Early Years Lecturer & Curriculum Leader

onlyFE; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Enhanced employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Job summary

South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Early Years to join our curriculum team. You will deliver engaging lessons across Level 1 and Level 2, helping learners progress to employment or further study, and you will contribute to curriculum development and industry engagement.

You will work in a supportive team, provide pastoral support as Personal Tutor, and help lead course quality improvements while building strong links with employers and nurseries.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Early Years, Childcare, Education or a related subject.
• Industry experience within an Early Years or Childcare setting.
• Knowledge of current Early Years practice, legislation and industry developments.
• Teaching experience within Further Education, schools, training environments or willingness to work towards a teaching qualification.
• A passion for supporting learners and helping them achieve their goals.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to inspire, engage and motivate students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Early Years programmes, focusing on Levels 1 and 2.
• Plan, prepare and assess learning activities that inspire and motivate students.
• Act as a Personal Tutor, providing academic guidance and pastoral support.
• Create an inclusive, positive learning environment promoting learner engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course evaluation and quality improvement.
• Oversee assessment, quality assurance and awarding body compliance as Course Leader when required.
• Monitor attendance, achievement and learner progress, implementing interventions as needed.
• Build strong relationships with employers, nurseries and industry partners.
• Participate in events and recruitment activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative teaching practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Early Years/Childcare/Education qualification

Job description

South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Early Years to join our curriculum team. You will deliver engaging lessons across Level 1 and Level 2, helping learners progress to employment or further study, and you will contribute to curriculum development and industry engagement.

You will work in a supportive team, provide pastoral support as Personal Tutor, and help lead course quality improvements while building strong links with employers and nurseries.