Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join the Health Care and Education team in DurhamLearn. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer position on a temporary basis to deliver high quality learning in Health and Social Care at all levels across Durham County. The DurhamLearn Health Care and Education programme area are looking for a candidate to deliver programmes in First Aid, bespoke programmes that meet the needs of local employers as well as delivering on accredited provision in both Adults and Children's Social Care.
We have one post available until 31st July 2026, Part-Time 18.5hrs.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
The post will involve extensive travel between centres and to employers' premises with the possibility of online, evening and weekend working. This may involve long periods of standing, manual handling, lifting, carrying and erecting of equipment as well as some lone working before and after classes.
We encourage you to contact Kerry Nicholls on 07384232732 or via e-mail at to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
Required qualifications:

• A minimum Level 5 teaching qualification - DTLLS, CertEd or equivalent

• A professional, vocational or graduate qualification in the field to be taught. Vocational and professional qualifications need to be at least at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least one level above the level to be taught.

• Vocational qualifications or CPD must demonstrated relevant and up-to date knowledge of the subject area

• GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths or appropriate equivalent

• Current assessor award - D32/D33 or A1 or equivalent

The ideal candidate will have recent experience of teaching within the health and social care vocational area. The candidate will also have experience in supporting learners with differing needs and delivering both informal and regulated qualifications from Pre-Entry Level up to Level 4.
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure (Children's Workforce).
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.

• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.

• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).

• Hybrid working (home and office working).

• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.

• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.

• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).

• Discounted DCC gym membership.

• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.

• Trade Union membership.

• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Take a closer look:
HYBRID WORKING
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held week commencing 03/11/25
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.
Please use the 'Person Specification' section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email
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