Early Years Lecturer

Lecturer & Programme Lead - Early Years

Location: Sunderland College - Bede Campus
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Initially until 16 October 2026, with potential for extension
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Salary/Rate: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience

The Supply Register is currently recruiting on behalf of Sunderland College for an experienced Lecturer & Programme Lead - Early Years to join their team at the Bede Campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Years/Childcare professional with teaching experience to work within a Further Education setting, delivering engaging and supportive teaching to learners.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering Level 1 NCFE Childcare & Early Years, teaching two classes of approximately 16 learners.

The role consists of:

• 24 hours per week of teaching/contact time
• 13 hours per week of paid planning, preparation and other duties
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Supporting learners with their development, progress and achievement
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons appropriate to the level and needs of learners
• Working as part of the wider curriculum team

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A Level 4 qualification or above in Early Years, Childcare or a related subject
• Relevant industry experience within Early Years/Childcare
• A Level 5 teaching qualification is preferred
• Level 2 English and Maths
• Previous teaching, training or lecturing experience
• The ability to engage and motivate learners and create a positive learning environment
• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered to the Update Service

Interested?

If you have the relevant Early Years/Childcare experience and teaching background, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of The Supply Register team will be in touch to discuss the role further.