Agricultural Instructor - Countryside Management (Further Education)- £28,227 DOE

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Job summary

A leading agricultural education provider in Leicester is seeking a motivated Agricultural Instructor to support practical teaching in Further Education programs. The role includes delivering hands-on sessions, demonstrating best practices, and assisting with farm management tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong industry knowledge and practical skills. This position offers a salary of £23,810 – £28,227 per annum and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Onsite fitness and wellbeing facilities

Professional development opportunities

Access to an excellent pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong practical skillset and industry knowledge in agriculture or countryside management.
• Relevant degree or significant experience in the agricultural sector is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support practical sessions alongside lecturers.
• Demonstrate best practice in line with health and safety procedures.
• Assist with procurement of consumables for agricultural teaching.

Skills

Practical skills in agriculture

Ability to work collaboratively

Strong administrative skills

Industry knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or significant experience

Job description

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Agricultural Instructor - Countryside Management (Further Education)- £28,227 DOE

The Job:
A leading land based education provider is seeking a motivated and skilled Instructor in Agriculture / Countryside Management to support the delivery of practical-based teaching within Further Education programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver and support practical sessions alongside lecturers, particularly in livestock and dairy management
- Demonstrate best practice in line with current health and safety procedures
- Assist with the procurement of consumables for agricultural teaching
- Coordinate and supervise students during dairy practicals in collaboration with lecturers and farm staff


The Candidate:

- A strong practical skillset and industry knowledge in agriculture or countryside management.
- A relevant degree or significant experience in the agricultural sector is desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams.
- Strong administrative skills and confidence in liaising with industry professionals and stakeholders.
- Enthusiastic about inspiring the next generation of agricultural professionals.


The Package:

- Salary £23,810 – £28,227 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Professional development opportunities
- Onsite fitness and wellbeing facilities
- Employee discounts and cycle-to-work scheme
- Access to an excellent pension scheme
- Enhanced family leave packages


Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].

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Agricultural Instructor

(Countryside Management)

About Hartpury

Hartpury’s roots date back to 1948, when we were

established to promote agriculture and train local

workers to farm the land and look after their animals

more productively. Today, over 75 years later,

Hartpury is unique, comprising two outstanding

specialist institutions – Hartpury University and

Hartpury College – with a shared strategy, campus,

and parity of esteem. We are focused on delivering

the highest quality education in all our specialist

areas. Hartpury 2030 provides a high-level view of

our overall direction of travel and will be underpinned

by more detailed enabling strategies and plans. Our

three Strategic Priorities describe Hartpury’s key

focus areas and our three Underpinning Themes are

the “golden threads” that run through all we do.

Our mission is to deliver outstanding University

and College education in land-based, sport &

related disciplines, to equip our students with

real-world skills for the benefit of local,

regional, national & global communities.

We are a diverse learning community of over 4,600

ambitious students, and our staff are experts in their

field. We offer a range of qualifications for those

aged 16 upwards, designed to suit different learning

styles and abilities. Our outcomes for students are

exceptional, with the majority progressing into

employment or university-level study.

Hartpury offers qualifications in our specialist areas

of agriculture, animal, equine, sport, business and

veterinary nursing.

We have excellent connections with some of the

world’s biggest names and brands. We’re also rated

among the best in the UK for teaching quality. The

University holds triple Gold in the Teaching

Excellence Framework. The College is an Ofsted

Outstanding college.

By 2030, we will be the UK’s leading provider of

higher and further education, and a creator of world-

recognised research, in our specialist areas. Our

international community will be supported by an

inclusive environment that empowers our people to

fulfil their potential, initiate change, and positively

impact the future of our planet.

Job Description

Post: Agricultural Instructor

Department: FE Agriculture

Reporting to: Head of FE Agriculture

Salary: £23,810 - £28,227 per annum (Dependant on qualifications &

experience) Band 2, Points 7 - 14

Hours per week: A minimum of 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Professional Services / Permanent

Annual Leave: 25 days per annum, rising to 30 days with length of service

Probation Period: 6 Months

Main Purpose of job role:

Responsible for instructing and assessing students and for assisting with the planned practical

activities and the upkeep of the machinery, tools and equipment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Preparing for, instructing and demonstrating a range of practical skills and techniques relevant

to agricultural courses or programmes of study.

2. Ensure that Hartpury’s policies on Health, Safety & Wellbeing are implemented and monitor

systems of work in order to achieve a safe working environment.

3. Maintain working areas and machinery in a safe and tidy condition.

4. Supervision of students undertaking the development and consolidation of practical skills.

5. Instruct and assess, if appropriate, agricultural students in driving and farm maintenance

related skills leading to BTEC and vocational qualifications.

6. Liaise with academic staff to ensure all practical’s are set up and organised in advance of the

session.

7. Provide ongoing feedback to students and trainees to maintain appropriate standards of work.

8. Preparation of tools, equipment, machinery and work areas for practical sessions.

9. Promote team-work and motivation amongst students.

10. Take part in programme team meetings and other meetings as required.

11. Develop and maintain industrial and vocational links on behalf of the Department.

Other Reasonable Duties

This Job Description sets out the main duties of the post at the date when it was

drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general

character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a

common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the

grading of the post. In cases, however, where there is a permanent or

substantial change in the duties and responsibilities Hartpury reserves the right

to amend the job description in consultation with the employee to reflect

changes in the duties of the post. This list of duties is not exhaustive and from

time to time staff will be asked to undertake any other reasonable tasks in

relation to their role.

Person Specification

Essential Desirable

Attainments and

Qualifications

Relevant industry experience within the

agricultural sector.

Previous experience in an

education environment

Previous Experience Be able to demonstrate best practice of

machinery and Hand tools to students

Ability to work individually as well as a

member of the team

Relevant industry experience within the

agricultural sector.

An understanding of safeguarding and

its importance in an educational

environment

Where aspects of the person specification are shown as ‘desirable’ it is understood that the knowledge,

skills or experience required could be achieved through relevant training which Hartpury is committed to

provide. In decisions on selection, however, preference will be given to those candidates who can already

demonstrate competence in areas specified. In addition to the candidate’s ability to perform the duties

of the post, the selection process will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the

welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The candidates will also be tested with regard to their

openness to diversity.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme

• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)

• Employee Discounts Scheme

• Onsite fitness facilities

• Support for continuous professional development

• Flexible working opportunities available

• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

Behavioural Competencies

Essential

Excellence

We aim for quality in everything we do, taking pride in our work delivering impact

through our commitment.

Respect

We treat each other fairly and appropriately, with kindness and respect, valuing each

person’s individual experience, perspectives and contribution.

Responsibility

We treat each other fairly and appropriately, with kindness and respect, valuing each

person’s individual experience, perspectives and contribution.

Collaboration

We work together, cultivating an inclusive and impactful community.

Innovation

We become inspired by possibilities, venturing into the unknown with open minds and

having the courage to embrace change.

Staff Wellbeing

The wellbeing of our community is of primary importance to us in all that we do and we will promote a safe

environment that boosts wellbeing, innovation, creativity and productivity. We will continue to encourage

openness and champion good mental health, alongside good physical health equipping people to take

responsibility for their own wellbeing, as well as those around them. We will ensure individuals feel safe

and supported to disclose when they are experiencing poor mental health and wellbeing.

We will continue to build and maintain an inclusive, compassionate community that enables everyone’s

voice and needs to be heard and respected. Leaders at all levels will visibly promote efforts to support staff

and students’ emotional health and wellbeing and our people will be empowered to take personal

responsibility for their own wellbeing and actively engage with the initiatives we provide to support

individual needs.

Safeguarding

Hartpury recognises that it has a statutory and moral duty to ensure that Hartpury safeguards and promotes

the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults receiving education and training at Hartpury. It is the

responsibility of everyone at Hartpury to protect young people and vulnerable adults and there are

procedures in place to minimise risk and ensure appropriate action is taken should abuse be suspected. You

are responsible for familiarising yourself with the Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Procedures,

the Code of Professional Conduct, the Guidelines on Professional Boundaries and Keeping Children Safe in

Education and adhering to these regulations in the workplace. A copy of these Policies and Procedures can

be found on the staff intranet. To find out commitment to safeguarding, click here.

This post is subject to Hartpury obtaining medical clearance, DBS clearance, and evidence to show eligibility

to work in the UK and employment references satisfactory to the Hartpury.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be

ourselves. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive

policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different

backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click

here.

The post holder will undertake their duties in accordance with Hartpury’s policies relating to equality,

diversity and inclusivity. Hartpury is committed towards promoting positive mental health by working

towards the MINDFUL EMPLOYER Charter. Hartpury aims to create a culture of support within the

workplace where employees can talk about mental health problems without the fear of stigma or

discrimination.

Sustainability

We are committed to developing a net zero strategy and setting science-based targets for the institution

and our farm estate. We will adopt circular principles, where waste is eliminated, energy is renewable, our

natural systems are regenerated, and our purchasing powers contribute to positive change beyond our

boundaries.

We will ensure financial sustainability by continuing to diversify our income sources and prudent financial

management will enable us to invest in the resources required to deliver this strategy.

Health and Safety

The post holder will be required to promote health, safety and wellbeing throughout Hartpury. They will

also be required to undertake their full duties and responsibilities in accordance with Hartpury’s Health

and Safety Policies and Procedures.

https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/about-us/safeguarding-mental-health-and-wellbeing/ https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/

Hartpury University and College, Hartpury House Gloucester GL19 3BE

T: 01452 702 135 www.hartpury.ac.uk

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