Early Years Lecturer

Are you seeking a new challenge that will excite you, develop your career and allow you to be part of a great team? Then look no further! South Staffordshire College is looking to appoint a dynamic, energetic, and enthusiastic part-time Early Years Lecturer, who can inspire students and ignite their passion for a career in the Early Years Sector. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join this successful Health and Early Years Team.

You will be working with a vibrant supportive team and a diverse student population. You will be expected to demonstrate excellent classroom management techniques in a fast-paced environment, whilst teaching a range of topics such as Children’s health and wellbeing, play and learning, supporting emergent literacy, and reflective practice.

The successful applicant will have extensive experience working in the Early Years industry, be passionate about their subject and foster a stimulating learning environment that encourages student growth and curiosity.

The ideal candidate will be qualified to degree level and hold or be working towards a professional teaching qualification with delivery experience and be driven to ensure excellent student progress.

All applications must be received by:
Thursday 5th February 2026

It is anticipated that Interviews will be held: W/C 16th February 2026

What you can expect from us - We care about your wellbeing so have a number of activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing.

We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure with child and barred list check.

Safeguarding Statement

South Staffordshire College - Cannock Campus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.