Lecturer in Agriculture (Further Education) Lecturer in Agriculture (Further Education) Up to £41,692 per annum (dependant on qualifications & experience) 37 hours per week Permanent About Us Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing.
Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus.
We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research.
The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
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About the Role You will be able to inspire students to appreciate and enjoy all aspects of agriculture, instilling in them a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding.You will be joining a dynamic Agriculture Team delivering first class education and training to over 400 agriculture students, our farmers of the future, using our extensive commercial farm and forward-thinking Digital Innovation Farm facilities.You will be expected to deliver exceptional teaching which will assist students to achieve excellent results within an exam-based qualification.You will also deliver BTEC units at level 2 & 3, as well as being a course tutor for a group of students.
About You We would consider specialist knowledge from across the Agricultural Industry.You will hold a teaching qualification or have a willingness to complete one.You possess a degree or equivalent in relevant subject areaBe a strong team player, have excellent administration skills and demonstrate a willingness to engage with external partners and industryBe a highly motivated lecturer with experience of providing tutorial support to students being advantageous We offer a fantastic package of including: 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidaysWellbeing support including our Employee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous pension scheme (TPS) Onsite fitness facilitiesSupport for continuous professional development in farm mechanization and engineering-based qualificationsFlexible working opportunities availableEnhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Click to view the full Job Description and Person Specification The closing date for receipt of applications is 24th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on w/c 2nd December 2024.
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Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.