Careers at The College

Lecturer Early Years

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Early Years to join the team on a part-time. permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,372 to £39,198 per annum, pro rata.

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.

Organisation
Bournemouth & Poole College
Department
Early Years & Care
Contract Type
Permanent
Employment Basis
Part time
Contracted working hours
22.2
Location
Poole, North Road, BH14 0LS
Salary
£28,372 to £39,198 per annum, pro rata
Closing date
13/12/2024
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About the role: 

As the Lecturer in Early Years you will deliver high quality and effective teaching and learning in Early Years Education and Childcare subject areas to Bournemouth and Poole College students.

 

Responsibilities as our Lecturer in Early Years will include: 

  • Teach on courses as agreed with the Learning Manager across Early Years and care
  • Contribute to the design, delivery and future planning and development of the curriculum
  • Pay due attention to the principles of inclusive learning
  • Organise and participate in relevant speakers, enrichment visits, and liaise with external organisations to enhance the learner experience.
  • Prepare and mark student work, monitor progress towards individual targets, keep records and provide timely reports/reviews
  • Take appropriate responsibility to ensure the health and safety of self and others
  • Contribute to the teaching/learning resource bank for the relevant subject/course   
  • Internal verification
  • Act as a Personal Tutor to students.  
  • Representing the College at internal and external events and meetings including student recruitment, admissions, and open events.

  

As our Lecturer in Early Years, you’ll ideally have: 

  • Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Math’s
  • Teaching Qualification or willingness to achieve within 2 years
  • A relevant professional qualification at Level 3 or above - Diploma in Childcare and Education, Level 3 NVQ in Early Years, Care and Education, Children and Young People’s Workforce, NNEB. 
  • A proven record of delivering teaching, learning and assessment to a consistently high standard either in a college or work setting by supporting apprentices
  • Relevant industrial experience within an Early Years or Education environment including a Day Nursery, School or pre-school
  • Experience of working with students and assessing vocational practice.
  • Skills in assessing the progress of students.
  • Microsoft Office applications, and the dexterity to use and learn new software

 

Benefits: 

  • 39.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • up to 4 days leave during the Christmas closure period
  • Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available)
  • Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
  • Enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Excellent support and career development with the help of our Teaching and Learning Coaches and Quality department


If you feel you are the right candidate for this Lecturer in Early Years role then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: 13 December 2024 

We reserve the right to close this post early if there is a high level of applicants.



The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.