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Early Years Apprenticeship Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Company: South Staffordshire College

Salary: £19,652.38 to £25,750.70 a year, pro rata

Status / Hours: Fixed Term / 22.2 hours per week

Salary: £32,753.97 to £42,917.84 per annum / Full Time Equivalent

Location: Tamworth Campus

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV's cannot be considered.

We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioner to support, teach, and assess apprentices working towards Level 3 Early Years Educator and L5 Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Early Years team. The role involves delivering teaching across Tamworth and Cannock campuses, conducting workplace reviews and observations, and preparing apprentices for End Point Assessment.

Strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Applicants should hold a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS) and an assessor qualification (A1 or equivalent), with experience teaching at Level 3. Experience assessing in the workplace is desirable. A full driving licence and willingness to travel are required. Familiarity with Smart Assessor is an advantage; however, training can be provided.

All applications must be received by: 6th October 2026.

Interview date to be confirmed.

What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 'ME' days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 17.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Early Years Apprenticeship Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Company: South Staffordshire College

Salary: £19,652.38 to £25,750.70 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Tamworth, B79 7LP

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 22 Sept 2026

Closing date: 6 Oct 2026

Job Reference: HR2526-085

Status / Hours: Fixed Term / 22.2 hours per week

Salary: £32,753.97 to £42,917.84 per annum / Full Time Equivalent

£19,652.38 - £25,750.70 per annum / pro rata

Location: Tamworth Campus

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV's cannot be considered.

We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioner to support, teach, and assess apprentices working towards Level 3 Early Years Educator and L5 Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Early Years team. The role involves delivering teaching across Tamworth and Cannock campuses, conducting workplace reviews and observations, and preparing apprentices for End Point Assessment.

Strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Applicants should hold a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS) and an assessor qualification (A1 or equivalent), with experience teaching at Level 3. Experience assessing in the workplace is desirable. A full driving licence and willingness to travel are required. Familiarity with Smart Assessor is an advantage; however, training can be provided.

All applications must be received by: 6th October 2026.

Interview date to be confirmed.

What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 'ME' days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 17.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme.

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