Lecturer - Early Years

LSEC; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the City of London is seeking an enthusiastic early years lecturer for a cover role of up to 1 year. The role involves teaching students of varying abilities and contributing to the department's development. Candidates need teaching experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include 43 days of annual leave and various support programs.

Benefits

43 days annual leave

Excellent pension schemes

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Discounts for Teachers portal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in teaching and/or relevant industry experience.
• Ability to articulate clearly and confidently to class groups.
• Efficient administration skills for student record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Teach students from Level 1 to Level 3 in early years.
• Work closely with the Curriculum Manager on department development.
• Promote courses and participate in marketing events.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication skills

Administrative skills

Education

Qualified FE teacher or willingness to work towards qualification

Minimum Level 2 literacy and numeracy (GCSE or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

About the role: This is a cover role for up to 1 year. There is no fixed closing date; applications are considered as they are received until there are sufficient applicants to interview. Interested in teaching in FE but new to the sector? This page provides information about what it takes and the support on offer.

The Role: We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic early years lecturer to join our team. You will be teaching students of varying abilities – from Level 1 to Level 3. You will work closely with the Curriculum Manager on the expansion and development of the department, helping deliver the highest quality education for every student. With your industry experience, you will inspire the next generation of skilled professionals, supporting people from all backgrounds to achieve their career and life ambitions. You will also promote the courses across the early years curriculum area, taking part in marketing events and sharing your experiences in early years.

Skills and Experience: You will need proven experience in teaching and/or relevant industry experience. You will have achieved a minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy (GCSE or equivalent) and be a qualified FE teacher (or be willing to work towards this). You will need strong communication skills to articulate clearly and confidently to class groups, in an engaging way, and efficient administration skills to support good student record-keeping.

About Us

The College: London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and around 1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students to meet employer and industry needs. The College is committed to transforming lives through learning and promotes social mobility by providing opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the College aims to equip students with skills, confidence and opportunities for success in their careers and lives.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College sponsors London South East Academies Trust, a growing Multi-Academy Trust with a network of 13 schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth. The Group has recently launched a charity – the LASER Education Foundation – supporting disadvantaged children and families through educational programmes and initiatives. The Group has a combined turnover of around £100m and ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation and make a difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes annual leave of 43 days (excluding bank holidays) plus three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two additional College closure days throughout the year, and leave for volunteering. Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal
• Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide (Eduroam)
• Onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments

Accreditations and Equal Opportunities

We recognise and embrace our legal and quality-assurance framework responsibilities and use these frameworks to develop Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We remain committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and creating a diverse, inclusive workspace free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and consider accessibility needs and adjustments for the application and interview process. If you require adjustments, please contact us via email.

Disclosures and safety: In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance we conduct social media checks for shortlisted candidates to assess suitability to work with children and young adults. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check and other checks as required; self-disclosure will be requested as part of the recruitment process. Offers may be withdrawn if checks are unsatisfactory. The College’s DBS policy is available upon request.