Teacher of BTEC Music and Sound Engineering

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of BTEC Music and BTEC Sound Engineering to join us at New College Pontefract.

You will deliver engaging and practical lessons that enable students to develop their musical and technical skills using the college's state-of-the-art facilities.

The successful candidate will be an inspirational teacher, able to demonstrate a passion for their subject area and the ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities in the 16-19 range.

With a demonstrable record of good or outstanding results, you will have a commitment to raising aspirations and supporting the wider college community. If you are currently undertaking initial teacher training, you will have demonstrated outstanding potential and aptitude for post-16 teaching. There may also be the possibility to take on Head of Faculty responsibilities.

There are full time or part time hours available for this role, please state on your application the number of days you would prefer.

About New College Pontefract

New College Pontefract is an outstanding place to work and study, regularly near the top of UK sixth form college results tables and awarded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023. We deliver primarily A Level provision, alongside a range of Applied General qualifications and GCSEs in Maths and English.

As part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role makes a difference in shaping young people's futures. We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where 96% of staff say they feel a shared sense of purpose and pride. Our culture is supportive and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development for all staff.

Please explore our Employer of Choice page to learn more: https://nclt.ac.uk/employer-of-choice/

Our benefits include:

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· Flexible working and special leave policies

· Lieu days and annual wellbeing day

· Funded CPD and professional development opportunities

· Strong track record of internal promotion

· Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services

· Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme

· Modern, well-equipped working environments

· Free on-site parking (at most locations)

For further details and to apply, please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 7th May 2026.

New Collaborative Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in being appointed to a post, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as other employment checks before your appointment is confirmed.

New College Pontefract is an outstanding place to work and study, regularly near the top of UK sixth form college results tables and awarded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023. We deliver primarily A Level provision, alongside a range of Applied General qualifications and GCSEs in Maths and English.

As part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role makes a difference in shaping young people's futures. We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where 96% of staff say they feel a shared sense of purpose and pride. Our culture is supportive and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development for all staff.