Higher Education Lecturer in Health & Social Care in Brighton

Brighton MET College, part of the Chichester College Group, is seeking a Lecturer in Health & Social Care (Maternity Cover) to inspire the next generation of nurses, carers, or social workers. As a Lecturer, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning to our engaged students, igniting their passion for the health and care sector.

This role is for a fixed term period of maternity cover for a maximum of one year, or until the return, resignation, or replacement of the current post holder, whichever is sooner.

We offer a fantastic range of staff benefits, including:

• Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel, and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff, and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• Fully funded Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for those looking to get into teaching, plus other alternative options.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning, and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement, and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.