Course Leader in Early Years

Colchester Institute; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Colchester Institute seeks a passionate Course Leader in Early Years to inspire students and lead innovative teaching practices. The role entails developing curricula, supporting diverse learners, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance educational delivery. Join a dynamic environment committed to transforming lives through education.

Qualifications

• Education to degree level or above.
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics.
• Relevant Teacher training or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive teaching duties including lesson preparation and assessment.
• Lead FE courses, provide pastoral care and curriculum development.
• Collaborate with other leaders to ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Effective teaching

Curriculum development

Leadership

Innovative teaching methods

Education

Degree level education or above

Professional qualification in relevant subject area

Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE

Job description

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

Job Title: Course Leader in Early Years

We’re excited to welcome a passionate Course Leader to join our fantastic team! In this role, you’ll take charge of leading our FE Early Years programmes, including the new T-Level qualification. You’ll also engage in a wide range of teaching activities across various units within the FE Early Years curriculum.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and lead with energy and enthusiasm, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

• Deliver comprehensive teaching duties: design schemes of work, assess, prepare, deliver lessons, mark, tutor students, lead guidance and selection, and promote courses at open events.
• Lead FE courses as a Band 2 Lecturer, including pastoral care, administration, and curriculum development within the Early Years core team.
• Collaborate with Area Head and course leaders to ensure high-quality programme delivery across teams.
• Drive best practice by developing curricula incorporating Technology Enhanced Learning and innovative teaching methods.
• Maintain quality through internal and external verification processes, reporting outcomes to senior staff.
• Monitor student work standards against awarding body criteria and support raising achievement levels
  
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Education to degree level or above and a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1/ O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent
• Relevant Teacher training / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course.
  
  

Essential Experience:

• Effective and consistent high-quality teaching experience across levels within Further
  
  

Education and is able to teach across a range of courses and levels including T-level.

• Experience of leading courses and/or curriculum development.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working with learners with a wide range of needs.
  
  

All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.

Additional Information

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please visit our website www.colchester.ac.uk to obtain further details about the College.