Early Years Apprenticeship Practitioner - Maternity Cover

South Staffordshire College; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing & CPD

Job summary

South Staffordshire College seeks an enthusiastic Early Years Apprenticeship Practitioner to support, teach and assess apprentices working towards Level 3 and L5 Apprenticeship Standards. Role involves delivering teaching across Tamworth and Cannock campuses, conducting workplace reviews and observations, and preparing apprentices for End Point Assessment.

Applicants should hold a teaching qualification (PGCE or DTLLS) and an assessor qualification (A1 or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification (DTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE) or working towards
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above
• Experience in FE teaching and assessment

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching across Tamworth and Cannock campuses
• Conduct workplace reviews and observations for apprentices
• Prepare apprentices for End Point Assessment

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

DTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE

Level 3 qualification in subject

Tools

Smart Assessor

Job description

Early Years Apprenticeship Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Company: South Staffordshire College

Salary: £19,652.38 to £25,750.70 a year, pro rata

Salary: £32,753.97 to £42,917.84 per annum / Full Time Equivalent

Location: Tamworth (B79 7LP)

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV’s cannot be considered.

We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioner to support, teach, and assess apprentices working towards Level 3 Early Years Educator and L5 Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Early Years team. The role involves delivering teaching across Tamworth and Cannock campuses, conducting workplace reviews and observations, and preparing apprentices for End Point Assessment.

Strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Applicants should hold a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS) and an assessor qualification (A1 or equivalent), with experience teaching at Level 3. Experience assessing in the workplace is desirable. A full driving licence and willingness to travel are required. Familiarity with Smart Assessor is an advantage; however, training can be provided.

All applications must be received by: Thursday 12th November 2026

Interview date to be confirmed.

What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several 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 17.9% (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.

Essential requirements

• Teaching qualification ie DTLLS, Cert. Ed/PGCE or equivalent (or a commitment to work towards in line with contractual requirements)
• An appropriate level of qualification to teach different levels within the subject area
• A minimum of a level 3 qualification in the subject specialism
• GCSE A* - C in Maths and English (Grades 9 – 4) or equivalent
• Safeguarding, Prevent, Equality and Diversity, GDPR and Health and Safety training to be completed within one month of appointment
• Experience of delivering teaching, learning and assessment in Further Education or a similar setting
• Delivery of maths, English and employability skills within a vocational programme
• Proven knowledge of subject specialism and relevant qualifications in the vocational/subject area
• Experience of delivering awarding body requirements including marking and assessing work and engaging in IQA activity
• Deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Highly effective organizational skills
• Ability to recognize discrimination and demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity
• Delivery of maths, English and employability skills within a vocational programme
• Up to date industrial/professional upskilling of vocational area
• Up to date knowledge of the Ofsted inspectorate process
• Relates well to people from all backgrounds and treats everyone with respect and is consistently helpful, positive and collaborative
• Presents information which influences and has a positive impact on audiences
• Deadlines are met, prioritising effectively when issues or timescales conflict

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Company: South Staffordshire College Salary: £19,652.38 to £25,750.70 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Tamworth, B79 7LP Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 29 Oct 2026 Closing date: 12 Nov 2026