Lecturer in Education and Early years
- đź’°Salary: Up to ÂŁ39,201 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)
- 🕒 Working Pattern: Full – time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)
- đź“ŤLocation: Andover Campus, Hampshire
- đź“…Closing Date: 24th April 2026
Are you a passionate Early Years practitioner, teaching assistant, childcare professional, working in a nursery setting or school and wondering what it would be like to step into a teaching role where you can share your Early years knowledge with young people? Or are you an experienced educator ready for your next challenge? We welcome both to apply to this role!
We're looking for someone who cares deeply about Education and Early Years, who can bring either their classroom or industry experience to life for the next generation of practitioners. If you've built your career in a nursery, school, or childcare setting and have never considered teaching in Further Education before, we can offer a teaching qualification and giving you dedicated time to complete it.
ABOUT THE ROLE🏫
You'll be teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 Education and Early Years programmes, including the exciting and innovative T-Level in Education and Early Years, one of the most significant new qualifications in FE right now. This is a full-time role based at our Andover campus, where you'll be joining a team with real depth of experience and a genuine commitment to supporting one another.
ABOUT THE TEAM🤝
This is a brilliant department that you would love to join. The Education and Early Years team at Andover College is well-established, highly experienced, and known for being genuinely supportive. Whether you're new to teaching or returning to a college environment, you'll be welcomed, mentored, and set up to succeed.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR✨
• Experience in an Early Years, childcare, or education setting either in industry or in teaching
• A teaching qualification, or the commitment to work towards one
• Creative, innovative approaches to learning that bring subjects to life
• Strong communication skills and a student-centred mindset
• Self-motivation and a genuine commitment to excellence
WHY ANDOVER COLLEGE? 🎓
Andover College is a place where staff are genuinely supported, not just in their day-to-day teaching, but in their long-term development too. We're a close-knit college that takes pride in what we do, and we're looking for people who share that commitment. You'll have the autonomy to teach in a way that works for your students, backed by a management team that's approachable and invested in your success.
• Joining a supportive and collaborative team with a wealth of experience across the Education and Early Years sector
• Access to excellent teaching resources and facilities
• Opportunity to make a real impact on students' journeys into teaching and childcare careers
• Convenient Andover campus location with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere
College Benefits 🌟
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)
• Free on-site parking
• Occupational Sick Pay & Maternity Pay schemes
• Flexible Working Policy
• 42 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (prorated for part-time roles)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-campus gym at Sparsholt Campus
• Opportunity to purchase Sparsholt-grown produce: plants, fresh fruit & veg, fish, and game
• Discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus salon
• Wide range of CPD events, plus support with professional qualifications
• Several on-site food outlets offering great value meals
• An on-site nursery (operated by a commercial provider)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Apply today and become a valued member or Andover College’s academic team! 📚