Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education, 0.8FTE

Overview

The University of Roehampton is hiring a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education within the School of Education. This permanent, part-time position operates on a 0.8 full-time equivalent basis on site in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on designing and delivering the Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship, contributing to the BA in Early Childhood Studies course, and supporting leadership and management tasks such as supervising placements, collaborating with mentors, and assisting apprentices.

What you get

The position offers a salary between £46,438 and £59,076 per annum, which is inclusive of the London Weighting Allowance under grade RU08/09. Staff members also receive access to the RoePlus benefits package. This package includes family-related leave, discounts across various high street shops and brands, discounted IT software and hardware, and participation in the University Retirement Savings Group Pension Plan, which is a defined contribution scheme provided by Royal London.

Requirements

Applicants must hold Early Years Qualified Teacher Status and possess professional experience working within an early years setting. Candidates are required to have a strong understanding of government policies, national initiatives, and sector challenges, alongside experience in mentoring colleagues and supporting professional development. The role calls for knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, Early Years Graduate Practitioner Competencies, child development, play, outdoor education, and working with children with special educational needs and disabilities. Familiarity with Froebelian educational approaches is preferred.

Key dates

The application closing date is 13 November 2026. Interviews are expected to take place online on 30 November 2026. The institution holds the right to conclude the application process and begin interviews earlier depending on the responses received.