Lecturer in Health, Care and Education in North East

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Lecturer with experience in Health & Social Care and Education who is passionate about helping adults develop new skills, gain qualifications and achieve their ambitions. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire learners, support workforce development and contribute to a high-performing team committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences. This opportunity is for 30 hours per week, temporary until 31st July 2027.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

You will plan, deliver and assess a range of accredited programmes within Adult and Children’s Social Care and Teaching Assistant provision, alongside bespoke training designed to meet employer and workforce development needs. You will create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that enables learners from a variety of backgrounds to develop their skills and achieve their full potential. You will maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment, monitor learner progress, complete accurate administrative records and contribute to quality improvement activities. Working collaboratively with colleagues, employers and stakeholders, you will help develop and deliver responsive training that meets local and regional priorities. The role involves teaching in a variety of settings across County Durham and may include face-to-face, online, daytime, evening and weekend delivery. You will be expected to travel extensively between learning centres and employers’ premises. The role may also involve periods of standing, manual handling, lifting, carrying and setting up equipment, as well as occasional lone working before and after classes.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

• A minimum Level 5 teaching qualification – DTLLS, CertEd or equivalent
• A professional, vocational or graduate qualification in the field to be taught. Vocational and professional qualifications need to be at least at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least one level above the level to be taught.
• Vocational qualifications or CPD must demonstrate relevant and up-to-date knowledge of the subject area
• GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths or appropriate equivalent
• Current assessor award – D32/D33 or A1 or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience of teaching within the Health and Social Care or Education vocational sector. You will have a proven ability to support learners with a wide range of needs and backgrounds, delivering both informal and regulated qualifications from Pre-Entry Level through to Level 4. You will be passionate about helping learners achieve their goals and committed to providing an inclusive, high-quality learning experience that enables all learners to succeed. Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING

Durham County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore if successful in your application, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be sought inclusive of a check of the Children’s Barred List and due to the position working in regulated activity. Applicants should be aware that the DBS check will disclose both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings, in line with current legislation.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on Monday 7th September 2026. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

Competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.