>Lecturer in Early Years and Education in Stoke-on-Trent

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Early Years and Education Lecturer to join our busy and professional Health & Early Years team on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. This is a full-time, 12‑month contract starting in September/October 2026, providing an opportunity to contribute to a well‑established and growing curriculum area across Early Years and Supporting Teaching and Learning.

Responsibilities

• You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment to a range of learners, supporting them to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for progression into industry or further study.
• You will contribute to planning, delivery and assessment, as well as supporting learners to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• You will have relevant subject knowledge in Early Years and/or Education, alongside experience of teaching or training in a further education or similar setting.
• A recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) is essential, along with a commitment to continuous professional development and high standards.

If you are an enthusiastic, positive and student‑focused professional who is passionate about supporting learners to succeed, we would love to hear from you. Your approach will be underpinned by strong organisational skills, the ability to adapt to learner needs and a genuine commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding.

Benefits

• Enhanced leave policies including 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A range of Family Friendly policies, including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to role
• Christmas Closure
• Bright, modern facilities, buildings and learning resources
• A competitive pension scheme (up to £11,600 employer contributions per year)
• On-site restaurant facilities and free breakfasts (cooked breakfast or continental options)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to Continuing Professional Development
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives and health‑related benefits including individual health care plans
• Access to the College Sports Academy Gym
• Free on‑site parking

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Stoke on Trent College, our environment is diverse in character and student population. We are proud to be working towards our Investors in Diversity Silver Award and committed to embedding the FREDIE principles of fairness, respect, equity, diversity, inclusion, and engagement – across everything we do. We are dedicated to building a truly inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those with long‑term health conditions, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Your skills, talent, and potential are what matter most to us.

Safeguarding Commitment

Stoke on Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, candidates are encouraged to review our Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and Disclosure and Barring Service Policy (including Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders) which can be found on our College website. This teaching role is subject to the College’s Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and requires a strong commitment to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This position involves regular and sustained contact with students under the age of 18 within an educational establishment and is classed as regulated activity with children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a children’s barred list check, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). The College may consider carrying out online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if the candidate is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.