Animal Management Lecturer

The Cornwall College Group; Budleigh Salterton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (pro rata)

Pension schemes for teachers

Flexible family-friendly practices

Staff development programs

Free course tuition access

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee discounts

Free campus parking

Job summary

Bicton College in Devon is seeking an Animal Management Lecturer to join our delivery team. You will teach and assess learners from Level 1 to Level 3, both in the classroom and practical settings, including work with exotic species, mammals, fish and birds in our zoo-licensed unit.

The role is part-time (18.5 hours/week, 52 weeks) with a teaching contract. Experience in the animal industry is valued, with Level 4+ qualifications and a teaching qualification being desirable.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in the animal industry.
• Level 4+ qualification is required.
• Teaching qualification desirable; willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess learners from Level 1 to 3.
• Deliver practical lessons in animal subjects.
• Work with exotic species, mammals, fish and birds in a zoo-licensed unit.

Skills

Animal industry experience

Teaching potential

Aquatics & reptiles interest

Education

Level 4 or higher

Teaching qualification desirable

Job description

Animal Management Lecturer

Bicton College - Devon

Salary £27,330.94 to £28,402.92 FTE (CC_34 to CC_36), Actual pro rata salary for 18.5 hours will be £13,670.02 to £14,199.12.

Basis Part Time

Job details

Contractual hours 18.5

Basis Part Time

Closing Date: 1 November 2026

Terms & Conditions: Part Time (18.5 hours/52 weeks), Teaching Contract

Lecturer In Animal Management

Location

Bicton College

Salary

£27,330.94 to £28,402.92 FTE (CC_34 to CC_36), Actual pro rata salary for 18.5 hours will be £13,670.02 to £14,199.12.

Terms & Conditions

Part Time (18.5 hours/52 weeks), Teaching Contract

Closing Date

1 November 2026

Interview Date

TBC

About the Role

Based at our Bicton College campus in East Devon, we are looking for an experienced individual to be part of the delivery team for our Animal Science teaching programmes. The role includes teaching and assessing learners in a range of animal subjects from Level 1 to Level 3 both in the classroom and in a practical environment. Practical lessons include working with exotic species, small and large mammals, fish and birds in our state of the art, zoo-licenced animal unit.

Skills & Experience

We are looking for candidates with broad experience in the animal industry, an animal science-based background would be useful. Previous teaching experience is not essential, however, being able to demonstrate training or development of staff in the industry would be advantageous. We welcome applicants with a wide skillset and experience in an animal setting, with a passion to transfer these skills to learners. An interest in aquatics and reptiles would be of benefit. Qualifications at Level 4 or above are required and a teaching qualification is desirable. It is essential to be willing to work towards a teaching qualification if one is not currently held.

Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

• Generous annual leave schemes: 42 days per annum for teaching roles (pro-rata for part-time), plus a Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles. *37 days annual leave at commencement of employment, increasing to 42 days after successful completion of probationary period.
• 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.

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.