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Lecturer in Early Years Education and Childcare
The Sheffield College, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 2RL12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
28 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
16 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Children's development and learning, Early years
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,740 – £40,342 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work as a team member
Imaginative and innovative approach to teaching delivery
Demonstrate a clear understanding of issues in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity issues
Level 2 English and Maths Qualification or Equivalent
Teacher qualification at level 5 or above or a commitment to work towards within agreed timeframes
Degree or relevant professional qualification
What the college offers its staff
What we can offer you
Joining The Sheffield College means joining a community where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your wellbeing matters.
As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of £32,740 – £40,342 per annum, based on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring to the role.
Alongside your salary, your pension is one of the most valuable benefits of joining the College. The Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) provides financial security in retirement and support for your loved ones.
Our Full Benefits Package
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
- Annual leave - 42 Days (310.8 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
- Health & wellbeing support, including:
- Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
- PAM Occupational Health service
- Free VDU eye tests
- Free parking at most campuses
- Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- A people‑focused working culture where you can grow and thrive
Further information about the job
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an inspiring Lecturer in Early Years Education and Childcare to join our dedicated teaching team. This role is ideal for someone who loves their subject, enjoys motivating learners, and wants to be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking learning environment.
You will deliver high‑quality teaching across a range of modules, using creative and engaging approaches to bring your subject to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding teaching and learning in scheduled classes
- Prepare engaging lesson plans, resources and digital content
- Design assessments and provide timely feedback
- Support and track student progress, ensuring all learners thrive
- Contribute to curriculum development and course reviews
- Participate in internal meetings, quality processes and CPD
- Maintain accurate records and meet administrative deadlines
- Model the College’s FREDIE+ values in all interactions
- Support wider college activities, including open days, enrolment and exams
You may occasionally take part in cross‑college projects in line with our strategic goals.
Safeguarding & Student Support
Creating a safe, inclusive environment for learners is a key part of this role. You will work closely with our Safeguarding Team and ensure any concerns are shared promptly and appropriately.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About The Sheffield College
- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 16 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 16 to 99
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk
The Sheffield College is a further and higher education college that provides academic, vocational and professional qualifications to approximately 13,218 young people and adults a year. Our mission is transforming lives through learning.
The college, which is Ofsted graded ‘good’, provides high quality academic, technical and vocational training to enhance qualifications, skills and employability across the region, and operates from a number of campuses and sites across the city.
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