Agriculture Apprenticeship Lecturer

Plumpton College; Lewes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

CPD

Inclusive environment

Induction program

Wellbeing benefits

TOTUM card

Blue Light Card

Eye tests

Onsite gym

Cycle-to-work

EV salary sacrifice

Staff parking

Job summary

Plumpton College in Lewes seeks an Agriculture Apprenticeship Lecturer to deliver lessons across livestock and land-based subjects, combining teaching with coaching, assessment and progress reviews. Access to our commercial farm and facilities helps connect off-the-job learning with real workplaces.

Previous lecturing experience is not essential; strong agricultural knowledge and a passion for developing others are key.

Qualifications

• A degree, professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Teaching qualification appropriate to level of delivery, or willingness to work towards one
• Sector or industry experience and strong specialist knowledge in forestry, arboriculture or related land-based area

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver highly effective, well-sequenced lessons in forestry and arboriculture
• Support learners of all starting points to develop their knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours over time
• Adapt teaching, learning and assessment to meet individual learner needs, including those with SEND or requiring additional support
• Track learner progress closely, provide timely developmental feedback, and intervene where students are not making expected progress
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement, recruitment activity, open events, and employer engagement

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or professional qualification in a relevant subject

Job description

• Salary: Up to £37,438 per annum (pro rata)
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Description

Plumpton College is a leading provider of land and environmental education in the UK, situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park. We offer a wide range of vocational and academic courses for students of all ages studying from level 1 to Masters degree and across nineteen subject areas including agriculture, animal management, veterinary sciences, horticulture, equine studies, wine, and environmental studies.

Our approach is underpinned by our core values — Professional, Ambitious, Passionate, Supportive, Progressive, and Enterprising — which guide everything we do. We are proud to foster a culture that expects high standards, encourages innovation, and prioritises the learner experience.

About the role:

Are you passionate about agriculture and inspired by the opportunity to support the next generation to develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills they need to succeed in this vital and evolving industry?

Plumpton College is seeking an enthusiastic Agriculture Apprenticeship Lecturer to join our specialist land-based further education community. You will bring learning to life across livestock and wider agricultural subjects, combining high-quality teaching with personalised coaching, assessment and progress reviews. With access to our commercial farm and excellent practical learning facilities, you will help apprentices connect their off-the-job learning with real workplace practice and build the skills, behaviours and professional confidence required by the industry. A key part of this role will be working with students and employers in the workplace

Previous lecturing experience is not essential. If you have strong agricultural industry knowledge, a passion for developing others and the ability to build positive relationships with apprentices and employers, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help apprentices achieve meaningful qualifications, make a measurable impact in their workplaces and progress confidently within the agricultural industry.

You will

• Plan, prepare and deliver highly effective, well-sequenced lessons in forestry and arboriculture
• Support learners of all starting points to develop their knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours over time
• Adapt teaching, learning and assessment to meet individual learner needs, including those with SEND or requiring additional support
• Track learner progress closely, provide timely developmental feedback, and intervene where students are not making expected progress
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement, recruitment activity, open events, and employer engagement

About you

You will bring:

• A degree, professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area
• A teaching qualification appropriate to the level of delivery, or willingness to work towards one
• Sector or industry experience and strong specialist knowledge in forestry, arboriculture or a related land-based area
• A clear understanding of how learners make progress and how teaching can be adapted to support diverse needs
• Excellent communication, IT and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, reflective and solutions-focused approach

You’ll benefit from:

• 37 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and efficiency days (pro rata)
• The role is eligible for the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, including employer contributions and life assurance
• Staff also benefit from high‑quality CPD and professional development opportunities
• As a Disability Confident Committed employer and signatory of the Menopause Pledge, we are proud to support an inclusive working environment
• New colleagues benefit from a structured induction, a supported four‑month probationary period, and a strong coaching culture led by in‑house Level 5 trained coaches
• Employees also enjoy lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, including eligibility for a TOTUM and Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric vehicle salary sacrifice, discounted Plumpton produce and courses, free onsite parking, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Our commitment to wellbeing and community is further demonstrated through active EDI and Sustainability committees, regular staff events and social activities throughout the year.

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.

Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.