Lecturer in Childcare & Education (Maternity Cover)

Job details

Posted 15 April 2026

Salary £23,652 – £34,849 per annum (0.8 FTE, subject to progression criteria*)

LocationMiddlesbrough

Job type Fixed Term

Contract [Employer hidden], Lecturer

Reference 005645

Expiry 04 May 2026

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Job Title: Lecturer in Childcare & Education (Maternity Cover)

Department: Health & Care

Reporting to: Associate Director, Health & Care

Salary: £23,652 – £34,849 per annum (0.8 FTE, subject to progression criteria*)

Annual Leave: 45 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays (pro‑rata)

Contractual Hours: 29.6 hours per week

Teaching Hours: 691.2 hours per annum

Basis: Part time (0.8 FTE), Fixed Term up to 12 months (Maternity Cover)

Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Location: [Employer hidden] Main Campus, TS2 1AD

*Salary progression beyond Point 11 of the Lecturer scale is subject to achieving and maintaining QTLS/QTS. Progression beyond Point 14 requires achievement and maintenance of Advanced Teacher Status (ATS).

Job Role

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Lecturer in Childcare & Education to join our Health & Care department on a maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment within the Childcare and Early Years curriculum. You will deliver engaging, inclusive teaching across both practical and theoretical aspects of Childcare & Education, supporting learners to achieve their full potential and progress successfully into employment, apprenticeships or further study. You will also play a key role in supporting learner recruitment, retention, achievement and progression.

If you are passionate about Childcare & Early Years education and making a positive impact on learners’ futures, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach learners across Childcare & Education programmes, delivering high‑quality, inclusive learning experiences.
• Plan and deliver programmes of study that meet individual learner needs, interests and abilities.
• Create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment appropriate to learners’ age and stage of development.
• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources aligned with best practice and sector requirements.
• Plan and deliver assessment activities in line with [Employer hidden] standards and awarding body requirements.
• Use diagnostic assessment to identify learner strengths and development needs, implementing timely interventions.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records relating to learner attendance, progress and achievement.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance processes, including awarding body visits and inspections.
• Support learners beyond the classroom, including reasonable availability to learners and parents when required.
• Contribute to curriculum team meetings, curriculum development and recruitment activities such as open events and enrolment.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

You will have:

• A Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Early Years (essential).
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
• Qualified teacher status or a willingness to work towards a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE supported).
• GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).

You will also demonstrate:

• Recent and relevant experience teaching Childcare and Early Years.
• Awareness of current challenges and developments within the Childcare & Early Years sector.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing learner behaviour positively and effectively.
• The ability to create engaging teaching materials using Information Learning Technology (ILT), including VLEs and PowerPoint.

Please see the person specification for full details.

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at [Employer hidden], please visit our Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Samantha Charlton, Curriculum Team Leader – Childcare & Education on [contact hidden]

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to [Employer hidden]!

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campus and community, [Employer hidden] is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive. Find out more here.

Safeguarding Our Students

[Employer hidden] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at [Employer hidden] involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Targeted Retention Scheme

Eligible FE teachers in their first five years could receive a £2,000–£6,000 Targeted Retention Incentive for teaching key subjects (construction, chemistry, computing/ICT, early years, engineering, maths, physics). Check full criteria and application window on GOV.UK.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

[Employer hidden] is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

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