Lecturer in Early Years and Education (FE)

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Birmingham seeks a dedicated Lecturer in Early Years and Education to inspire and mentor students in their academic and professional journeys. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and excellent benefits, including a strong pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years or related subject.
• Teaching experience or strong background in mentoring.
• Willingness to achieve a teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching to FE students.
• Guide and support students through their academic journeys.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum.

Skills

Passion for child development

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Collaborative spirit

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or related subject

Teaching qualification or willingness to achieve one

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer in Early Years and Education (FE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,116 - £42,882 per annum - Grade AC2

Job type: Full time, Permanent

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

At University College Birmingham, we believe that education is more than a career-it's a calling. We're looking for a professional, dedicated, and student-focused Lecturer in Early Years and Education to join our vibrant team and play a central role in shaping the next generation of early years professionals.

You will have the opportunity to deliver inspiring learning experiences across our Level 2 Early Years Practitioner and Level 3 T Level in Education and Early Years programmes. More than just a lecturer-you'll be a mentor, a guide, and a motivator, equipping learners with the confidence, compassion, and skills to create meaningful impact in children's lives.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching to FE students preparing for careers in Early Years and Education.
• Inspire learners by connecting theory to real-world practice in inclusive, creative ways.
• Guide and support students through their academic and professional journeys, including placements.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of our forward-thinking curriculum and learning resources.
• Provide personalised pastoral support that helps students thrive both academically and personally.

What We're Looking For:

• A passion for child development, education, and empowering future practitioners.
• A recognised Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years or a related subject.
• Teaching experience or a strong background in mentoring within educational or childcare settings.
• A teaching qualification-or a willingness to achieve one with our support.
• A collaborative spirit, with the drive to innovate and the heart to nurture.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing date: Sunday 8 June 2025

Interview date: TBC

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Lecturer, Childcare Lecturer, Early Years Lecturer, Care Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher may also be considered for this role.