Early Learning & Childcare Lecturer

41,833.00 ~ 50,359.00 GBP annually

Location Dumfries & Galloway College Bankend Road, Dumfries Dumfries and Galloway DG1 4FD United Kingdom

This job ends on 16 June 2026

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Early Learning & Childcare Lecturer

35 hours per week (Full time) | Fixed Term for 12 Months | Dumfries
£41,833 - £50,359 per year depending on qualifications and experience

Other Benefits

• Membership of the SPPA Scheme
• Up to 62 days annual leave Pro Rata (including bank holidays and college closure dates)
• Opportunities for career progression and personal development
• Access a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits inc. Cycle to Work, Bike Shop, Home & Electronics Lifestyle Saves and Employee Assistance Programme.

What’s the Job?

We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Early Learning & Childcare professional to join the Education Team as a Lecturer in the delivery and assessment of high-quality learning programmes in a College that aims to be one step ahead.

You will support the learners in achieving qualifications across a range of levels of further and higher education programmes equipping them with the knowledge and skills to enable them to progress their study to be successful in their Early Learning & Childcare career.

Who we’re looking for

You will be an empathetic, positive and motivated person who has up to date knowledge of the Early Years Sector, demonstratable skills with a minimum of five years’ experience working in an Early Years setting of which two years in an Early Years management role.

You will have the enthusiasm and commitment to guide learners to progress in their careers or further study, increase their employability and support their personal development. You will have strong organisational and communication skills to inspire and educate the learners who are at the heart of all we do.

You will be able to manage your own workload, meet deadlines, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good IT skills are essential.

You will hold a suitable Early Years qualification at SCQF Level 7 (e.g. HNC/ HC) or above recognised by SSSC (Scottish Social Service Council) as manager/ lead practitioner.  It’s desirable that you will hold a Further Education teaching qualification, however full support will be provided to achieve your teaching qualification for the successful candidate. 

You will have proficiency in digital skills relevant to the role, including experience using MS Office and any job-specific software/systems. Adaptability to evolving digital opportunities and willingness to continuously improve digital competencies is essential.

The majority of your time will be based on campus to support your development into the post, thereafter some activities can be carried out from a remote location.

Who we are

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About Us Dumfries & Galloway College

How to apply

If you are interested, please complete the online application form via the Dumfries and Galloway College website by the closing date indicated below.

For further information, please contact Anne Clark, Curriculum Manager- Education & Access, clarka@dumgal.ac.uk.

Closing Date:  Tuesday 16th June 2026

What happens next

Interview Dates:

Wednesday 24th June

Thursday 25th June

Friday 26th June

What else you need to know

If you’re invited for interview, you will be required to evidence your Right to Work in the UK - Right to Work Guidance .

If you’re successful in securing the role, your employment will be conditional on the college receiving two satisfactory references and background checks including the disclosure Scotland check on all criminal offences (spent & unspent) so ensure you are not barred from working with Children or Vulnerable Adults.

All staff are required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership scheme, which is managed and delivered by Disclosure Scotland.

We believe that our staff are our greatest asset—and through our supportive culture, investment in training, and innovative approach to education, we’re building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/disclosure_of_criminal_offences.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/right_to_work.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/notes_to_read.pdf

JD - Lecturer.pdf

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