Lecturer, Early Years and Health (15 months fixed term contract)

South Essex College of Further & Higher Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK college is seeking a Lecturer in Early Years and Health for a 15-month fixed-term contract. The role involves delivering NCFE Health units to Level 2 students, guiding them through their training, and contributing to curriculum development. Candidates must hold a Level 3 qualification in early years education and have experience in an FE environment with strong safeguarding knowledge. Benefits include 40 days of holiday, a pension contribution, and access to various campus facilities.

Benefits

40 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Bank holidays & college closure days

Teachers’ Pension – 28.68% college contribution

Continued Professional Development

Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)

Free parking

Subsidised eye tests

Contribution to flu injections

Access to gyms and cycle to work schemes

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in early years or equivalent is essential.
• Experience in delivering NCFE Health units at Level 2.
• Experience working in further education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver NCFE Health units at Level 2.
• Support students through their training.
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teaching expertise

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Experience with NCFE certificates (Level 2 & 3)

Job description

Lecturer, Early Years and Health (15 months fixed term contract)

We are looking for a Lecturer in Early Years/Health at South Essex College, Health and Science Department on a 15‑month fixed term. The role supports students in an FE environment, delivering NCFE Health units to a Level 2 cohort and supporting learning across safeguarding, communication and human growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver NCFE Health units at Level 2 (safeguarding, communication, human growth)
• Support and guide students through their training in the department
• Provide early‑years teaching expertise with a Level 3+ qualification
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in early years education or equivalent
• Experience with NCFE certificates (Level 2 & 3) and Health units
• Experience working in an FE environment
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice

Benefits

• 40 days holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bank holidays & college closure days
• Teachers’ Pension – 28.68% college contribution
• Continued Professional Development
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)
• Free parking (after obtaining a parking permit)
• Subsidised eye tests
• Contribution to flu injections
• Access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts
• Other campus‑specific benefits available

Please note: Applications are considered via the college website only.