The vacancy
Are you passionate about shaping the future of early years education? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Lecturer to join our team. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching and supporting students on their journey to becoming skilled childcare professionals.
Summary of the Role
You will be responsible for teaching and assessing on childcare programmes, acting as a Programme Lecturer for a group of students, and contributing to course management and planning. The role involves delivering engaging lessons, supporting student progression, and maintaining high standards of quality and safeguarding.
Actual Salary: £19,675.83 - £24, 904.87 per annum
Working Pattern: Monday, Wednesday (8:30am - 5:00pm) and Friday (8:30am - 4:00pm) / 21.5 hours per week
Essential Criteria
1. Hold a relevant Education & Childcare qualification
2. Minimum grade C/4 GCSE in maths and English (or equivalent)
3. Experience working with children and young people in early years and education settings
4. Innovative and competent in creating a stimulating learning environment
5. Excellent team-working, communication, and organisational skills
Key Responsibilities
6. Act as a Programme Lecturer, setting targets and supporting student achievement and retention
7. Deliver high-quality teaching and tutorials across a range of Early Years courses
8. Implement creative and inclusive teaching techniques, including the use of new technologies
9. Manage student behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
10. Accurately record and report student progress, attendance, and assessment outcomes
Why Join Us?
11. Competitive salary
12. Enrolment onto the Teachers Pension Scheme – 28.68% Employers contribution
13. 35 pro rata Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
14. Professional development opportunities.
15. Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.
16. On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
17. Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.
Additional Information
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Closing date: 5th October 2025
Interview date: 16th October 2025
For further information about the role, please contact:
staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk
About us
At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.
Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally
Our values
This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.
These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.
Working with us
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