Agriculture Practical Instructor

Cornwall College Jobs; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking an Agriculture Practical Instructor to provide hands-on training to apprentices and further education students. This role focuses on developing technical abilities across various agricultural activities like livestock management and crop production. Ideal candidates will have practical industry experience, relevant qualifications, and a passion for supporting the next generation of agricultural professionals. This position offers competitive pay and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave schemes

Access to occupational pension schemes

Flexible working practices

Free tuition on courses

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee discount scheme

Free parking at most campus sites

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' recent experience in agriculture.
• Strong practical background in livestock, crops, and machinery.
• Desire to support next generation of agricultural professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training to apprentices and FE students.
• Support students in real-world farm settings.
• Develop students' technical abilities in agricultural activities.

Skills

Experience in agriculture industry

Livestock management

Crop production

Machinery operation

Training and mentoring skills

Education

Relevant industry-recognized qualifications

Teaching or assessing qualification (e.g., TAQA, A1)

Job description

Agriculture Practical Instructor

Location: Bicton

Salary: £26,301.64 - £27,088.08 FTE (Includes Market Premium)

Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours/52 weeks), Support Contract

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

Interview Date: TBC

About the Role

Bicton College is seeking a motivated and skilled Agriculture Practical Instructor to deliver hands-on training to apprentices and further education (FE) students on Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 programmes.

This is a practical role focused on developing students' technical abilities across a wide range of agricultural activities, including livestock husbandry, crop production, machinery operation, and estate skills. You will be working in real-world farm settings on the college estate, supporting students to gain the confidence, competence, and professional standards required for a successful career in agriculture.

Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years' recent experience working in the agriculture industry.
• Strong practical background in agriculture with skills in livestock, crops, and machinery.
• Relevant industry-recognised qualifications (e.g. tractor driving, telehandler, ATV, livestock handling, spraying, etc.).
• Experience in training, mentoring, or supporting learners in a practical environment.
• A teaching or assessing qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1) is desirable but not essential—training and support will be provided.
• A genuine passion for supporting the next generation of agricultural professionals.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave schemes - 25 days per annum for support roles, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme - discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

How to apply

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select 'Apply Now'.

Contact us

If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team - [e-mail]

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.