Early Years HE Lecturer – FE/HE

About the Role

Warwickshire College Group is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years HE Lecturer to deliver higher education provision at Rugby College and Leamington Spa College. This is a permanent, part-time, hourly paid position, with job-share arrangements potentially available. The role is suitable for an experienced educator or an early-career teacher who can bring current Early Years knowledge to higher education learners.

Teaching is scheduled on Tuesdays from 9.00am to 1.00pm at Rugby College and from 9.00am to 1.00pm at Leamington Spa College, alongside a Wednesday session from 3.30pm to 5.30pm at Leamington Spa College. Applicants should be able to work across both sites. The hourly rate is £23.15 to £32.37, with an indicated annual salary range of £12,038 to £16,832, depending on hours and placement.

The successful candidate should hold QTS or be willing to obtain it and will bring relevant teaching, administration and Early Years knowledge. The role is available to start as soon as possible, and the closing date is 8 November 2026 at 11.59pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Early Years teaching across higher education programmes.

• Teach at Rugby College and Leamington Spa College in line with the agreed timetable.

• Use effective teaching and assessment approaches to support student progress.

• Complete the administration required for successful programme delivery.

• Maintain current knowledge of Early Years practice and its professional context.

• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

• Comply with enhanced DBS, right-to-work and other relevant pre-employment checks.

What We Offer

• A comprehensive training programme and access to leadership and management development.

• Health and wellbeing support through Wellbeing@WCG, with an optional Health Shield cash plan.

• Paid Carer’s Leave equivalent to the employee’s usual working week.

• Free on-site gym access and parking, plus a cycle-to-work scheme.

• Discounted courses and treatments in college hair and beauty salons.

• Access to an appropriate pension scheme, a free will-writing service and an annual flu vaccination voucher.

Visa sponsorship is not available, and CV-only applications will not be accepted.

About the School

Warwickshire College Group is a further and higher education college group serving learners aged 16 to 99 across colleges in two counties. Its programmes are designed to develop recognised qualifications, specialist knowledge and transferable skills that support progression and employment.

The group holds Bachelor’s and Foundation degree-awarding powers granted by the Office for Students. It is committed to safeguarding and follows statutory recruitment guidance. Appointments may therefore be subject to DBS, medical, right-to-work, reference, online and social-media, childcare disqualification and prohibition-from-teaching checks, as appropriate to the post.