Animal Management Lecturer

East Surrey College / John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged at a forward-thinking college for a part-time Lecturer in Animal Management. In this role, you will teach levels 1-3 in Animal Welfare & Management, contributing to the development of a new course and creating instructional materials. This position offers a chance to work in a friendly, fast-paced environment with state-of-the-art facilities. If you are passionate about animal management and education, this role is perfect for you. Join a college that values continuous improvement and student success, and make a real difference in the lives of your students.

Benefits

Pension Schemes

Holiday Package

Free Onsite Parking

Access to Gym

Discounted Spa and Salon Treatments

Qualifications

• Experience in the animal management industry or educational setting.
• Previous FE teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Share knowledge and skills with students to help them achieve.
• Promote attendance and support students in attaining work placements.

Skills

Animal Management

Teaching Skills

Pastoral Care

Continuous Improvement

Education

Teaching Qualification (Level 3 or above)

Relevant Degree in Animal Science or Related Field

Job description

A remarkable and unique opportunity has arisen at East Surrey College as we seek to appoint a Lecturer with expertise in Animal Management to teach on levels 1-3 in Animal Welfare & Management. In addition to teaching on the program starting in September, you will have an exclusive chance to establish the suite, develop your own instructional materials and tools from April to July (if applicable), preparing for the arrival of students in September. In essence, you have until the end of the academic year to contribute to the development of the exciting new Animal Management course.

Responsibilities

1. Share knowledge and skills with students to help them achieve at the highest level.
2. Drive continuous improvement within the College.
3. Act as a personal tutor providing pastoral care.
4. Promote attendance and support students in attaining work placements.
5. Participate in team meetings and contribute to planning, development, and review activities within your subject area.

Details

This is a part-time role working 3 days a week, with working hours from 08:45 to 17:00.

Requirements

• A teaching qualification at level 3 or above.
• A relevant degree or equivalent in animal science, zoology, veterinary science, or a related field (desirable).
• Experience in the animal management industry or similar educational setting.
• Previous FE teaching experience.
• Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent.

Application Details

If you enjoy working in a forward-thinking, friendly, fast-paced environment with state-of-the-art facilities, we would love to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, staff benefits including pension schemes, holiday package, free onsite parking, access to a gym, and discounted spa and salon treatments.

Closing Date: Monday 12^th May 2025

Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to all unsuccessful candidates.

Please refer to the attached Job Description, Person Specification, and Competency Framework, and apply using the provided button.

Orbital South Colleges Group is committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all community sectors to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, with all staff and volunteers expected to share this commitment. Both college campuses are smoke-free zones.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, provide references, and submit evidence of qualifications before employment. Failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organizations are not accepted as proof of right to work.