About the Role
Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional looking to inspire the next generation of Early Years Practitioners or nursery assistants? As a Lecturer in Early Years, you will play a crucial role in delivering high‑quality teaching and learning to our engaged students. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ignite their passion for the Early Years sector, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this essential industry.
Looking to get into teaching? We are always looking for people from industry to get into teaching so don't worry if you have never worked in education before. We offer a fully funded Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship, plus other alternative options. View the full pathway into teaching at the Chichester College Group here: Your Career and Professional Development | Chichester College Group (chigroup.ac.uk). Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning. We actively encourage applications from those seeking part‑time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we're here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG. The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview.
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification in a related subject and English and Maths at Level 2. Assessor and Teaching qualifications are also desirable.
Compensation & Benefits
£27,785 – £43,325 per annum. This role may be eligible for a targeted retention incentive payment of up to £6,000. For full details and eligibility criteria see Targeted retention incentive payments for FE teachers – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
* Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
* 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
* Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
* Family‑friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependent on continuous service).
* Continuous professional development opportunities – including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.
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