Early Learning and Childcare Lecturer

Early Learning & Childcare Lecturer

Full time, 35 hours per week, Fixed Term for 12 months, Dumfries.

Salary: £41,833 - £50,359 per year depending on qualifications and experience.

• Membership of the SPPA Scheme
• Up to 62 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays and college closure dates)
• Opportunities for career progression and personal development
• Access to a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, including Cycle to Work, Bike Shop, Home & Electronics Lifestyle Saves and Employee Assistance Programme

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Early Learning & Childcare professional to support learners in achieving qualifications across a range of levels of further and higher education programmes. The Lecturer will deliver and assess high-quality learning programmes in a College committed to excellence.

The role involves facilitating learners’ progress, fostering employability, and supporting personal development.

• Minimum of five years’ experience working in an Early Years setting, including at least two years in a management role.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of the Early Years Sector.
• Suitable Early Years qualification at SCQF Level 7 (e.g., HNC/HNC) or above recognised by the Scottish Social Service Council as manager/lead practitioner.
• Desirable:
  Further Education teaching qualification (support provided to obtain if not held).
• Strong organisational, communication, IT and digital skills; proficiency in MS Office and relevant job‑specific software or systems.
• Ability to manage workload, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively.
• Empathetic, positive, and motivated, with enthusiasm to guide learners in career or further study.