Tutor of Early Years (Maternity cover)
Ref:2425/133
Hours:29.6 per week (0.8 fte)
Salary:Up to £41,313 pro rata per annum* (subject to experience and qualifications). Plus generous benefits. These include:
• 57 days annual leave per year pro rata (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Early Years Tutor to join our team in the Early Years curriculum area at our Further Education (FE) college. The ideal candidate will be flexible, enthusiastic, and experienced, committed to delivering outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment. You will deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences on both full-time and part-time courses, including T Levels. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students. Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Early Years curriculum and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience of all our students.
*Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £42,738 - ask us for further details
This role is fixed-term until April 2026 to cover a period of maternity leave.
About the Person
You will be passionate about Early Years education and dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives. You will possess a creative and innovative approach to teaching, always seeking new ways to engage and support your students. You are a team player, willing to collaborate and share best practices with colleagues. You have a strong commitment to professional development and continuous improvement. You are adaptable and resilient and able to thrive in a dynamic educational environment.
About the College
We are a large, regional college serving a population across York and North Yorkshire of more one million people. Each year, we have approximately 4,000 school leavers, 1,000 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.
Our wide range of education options span entry level programmes through to degrees, higher technical qualifications, and accredited professional courses to courses for professional development. Our apprenticeships can be studied from level 2 to level 5 across a range of different career pathways. We are the largest provider of A-Level and vocational programmes for school leavers in the region; we offer nearly 35 A-Level subjects and over 80 vocational courses, including a wide range of T-Level pathways.
We are proud to be part of a consortium of colleges and employers developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT), designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers.
With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.
Please visit our website:www.yorkcollege.ac.uk
Want to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liza Bradley, Curriculum and Standards Manager at lbradley@yorkcollege.ac.uk / 01904 770828.
Important Notices
See the attached document for Important Notices.
Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our websitewww.yorkcollege.ac.uk/job-vacanciesand apply using our application form.
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Closing date:28 May 2025 (9am)
Interview date:9 June 2025
We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG).
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.
We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.
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