Agriculture Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking an Agriculture Lecturer to join its teaching team in Warwickshire on a permanent basis. You will plan and deliver practical and theory sessions to learners, helping them build skills, knowledge and confidence for progression in the agriculture sector.

The role requires delivering high-quality teaching across agriculture courses, planning and assessing activities, and developing curriculum aligned with industry trends. Experience in UK agriculture is essential.

Qualifications

• A degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Agriculture.
• GCSE grade A-C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• A Teacher Training Qualification, or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across agriculture courses.
• Plan, prepare and assess learning activities to support student progression.
• Contribute to curriculum development aligned with current agricultural industry trends and standards.
• Support students in developing practical farming skills, technical knowledge and employability.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to create an engaging learning environment.
• Develop industry partnerships with farms and agricultural businesses to enhance placements and learning opportunities.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Assessment

Education

Degree in Agriculture

GCSE Maths & English (A-C)

Teacher Training Qualification or willingness to pursue

Job description

Agriculture Lecturer

Permanent

Location: Warwickshire

Start date: ASAP

Are you an experienced agriculture professional looking to pass your industry knowledge on to the next generation?

About the Role

A further education provider in the West Midlands is looking for an Agriculture Lecturer to join its teaching team. You’ll plan and deliver practical and theory sessions to learners, helping them build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to progress within the agriculture and land-based sector.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering engaging and high-quality teaching across agriculture courses.
• Planning, preparing and assessing learning activities to support student progression and achievement.
• Contributing to curriculum development, ensuring content aligns with current agricultural industry trends and standards.
• Supporting students in developing practical farming skills, technical knowledge and employability within the sector.
• Working collaboratively with the teaching team to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Developing industry partnerships with farms and agricultural businesses to enhance placements and learning opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Agriculture
• GCSE grade A-C (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• A Teacher Training Qualification, or willingness to work towards one
• Experience of working in the UK agricultural sector

If you’re ready to bring your agricultural expertise into the classroom and help shape the next generation of land-based professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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