Lecturer in Agriculture

Think Fe
England
GBP 10,000 - 40,000
Job description
12th December, 2024

Lecturer in Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £27,238 - £39,941 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Northamptonshire

Role Overview:

We are working with a college based in Northamptonshire who is renowned for its picturesque rural campus and exceptional commitment to hands-on, practical education in agriculture and related fields.

We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals for the role of Lecturer in Agriculture. The college is committed to training their staff, so prior experience in education is not needed.

We have three positions available and are open to considering part-time applicants. The successful candidates will be responsible for the development and delivery of Agriculture courses, including arable, livestock, and farm mechanisation.

If you are only experienced with one type of farming and have never taught, we would still be interested in talking to you to see where you could fit on the team.

Responsibilities:
  1. Teach and develop courses in Agriculture, such as arable, livestock farming, or farm mechanisation.
  2. Deliver practical sessions and ensure safety around machinery, specifically tractors and telehandlers.
  3. Focus on crops such as wheat, oats, oilseed rape, and grass, as well as managing sheep and beef animals.
What's on Offer?
  1. Generous Holiday: 49 days leave, including bank holidays.
  2. Excellent Pension Scheme: 28.68% employer contribution.
  3. Flexible Qualifications: While we prefer practical farming experience over higher education, we are open to candidates with a range of qualifications and practical skills.
  4. Professional Development: Opportunity to work towards a Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Certificate in Education).
  5. Additional Benefits: Access to onsite gym and leisure facilities, and free onsite parking on their picturesque rural campus.
Requirements:
  1. Experience in either arable or livestock farming. Arboriculture experience is also considered. (essential)
  2. Minimum HNC in an agriculture-related discipline. (desirable)
  3. Qualifications such as NPTC in Tractor Proficiency, PA certificates, or safe telehandler operation. (desirable)
  4. Prepared to work towards and achieve a Diploma in Teaching and Learning.
Next Steps:

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please click the apply link and submit your updated CV. One of our experienced consultants will reach out to you promptly. The interview process is straightforward and the college is ready to move quickly for the right candidates.
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