Lecturer in Early years and Education

Vacancy Number: V1226

Closing Date: 11/10/2026

Job Category: Academic

Job Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Salary: £30,808 - £43,835

Grade: 3-4

Hours Per Week: 37 Hours

FTE: 1

Stoke on Trent College is an exciting and fast-growing place to be, and we are passionate about getting our learners Skills Ready
; Future Ready
.

Be part of an Ofsted 'Good' College with good financial health and contribute to our continuing progress. These are exciting times as we continue our journey to becoming the innovative, technical and professional College of choice.

Our success is built on 'One Team' - a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, where every individual plays a key role in shaping the future of our students and our community.

Our success is through Our People!

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.

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. 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.

• 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
• 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

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The Role ?
You are invited to contact Stacey Crane at

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Please note thatwe do not accept CV only applications, you must complete the application form to be considered for the role.

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.

V1226 Lecturer in Early and Education
- Maternity Cover JDPS

At Stoke on Trent College, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We are proud to hold the Investors in Diversity Silver Award, recognising our commitment to embedding the FREDIE principles of Fairness, Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement across everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those with long-term health conditions. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment journey, ensuring equal access to opportunities and support for all.

Our commitment to inclusion is supported by a range of initiatives that promote wellbeing, belonging and equality, including the Menopause Workplace Pledge, Proud Stoke Space Inclusion Pledge and our network of Domestic Abuse Workplace Champions.

We celebrate diversity and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds,…