Lecturer, Early Years and Health (15 months fixed term contract)
Position Start Date: 05/01/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 16/11/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Health and Science Department for a Lecturer in Early Years/Health.
We are looking for someone with experience of working closely with students within an FE environment and able to support and guide them through their time within our department. The ideal person will be an experienced practitioner and teacher, from an early years background (with a qualification at level 3 or above) with experience of Cache Level 2 and 3 qualifications.
There is also a requirement to delivery NCFE Health units to a level 2 cohort on subjects that include safeguarding, communication and human growth. The role will be based at our Thurrock campus.
Responsibilities
Support and guide students within the department, deliver lectures and practical sessions on Early Years and Health topics, facilitate assessment and providing feedback, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, and contribute to the positive learning environment.
Qualifications
* Level 3 or higher early years qualification
* Experience delivering Cache Level 2 and 3 and NCFE Health units
* Experience in an FE environment working with students
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, communication and human development
Benefits
* Holiday – 40 days holiday
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Bank holidays
* College closure days
* Teachers Pension – 28.68% college contribution
* Continued Professional Development
* Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)
* Free parking (after obtaining a parking permit)
* Subsidised eye tests
* Contribution to flu injections
* Access to gyms
* Cycle to work schemes
* RAC discounts
Information about the School
South Essex College is at the heart of community transformation, working with young people and local employers helping to make a difference. We are the largest provider of technical and vocational education and training for 16‑18 year olds, adults and apprenticeship provision within Essex – and we are growing!
With over 1000 staff working across our 5 campus locations, there are plenty of exciting opportunities to choose from including Support, Management, Academic (Teaching and Teaching Support) and Specialist positions. Plus a range of support for industry professionals who are looking to get into teaching.
In return we offer competitive salaries and some amazing benefits.
For more information and a full list of vacancies we have on offer, please visit our website www.southessex.ac.uk and go to careers at South Essex College.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Telephone: 0845 52 12345
Email: jobs@southessex.ac.uk
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