Arboriculture Instructor/Technician: Practical Training

Chichester College Group; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS 15%

25 days leave

Discount schemes

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Chichester College Group is seeking an Arboriculture Instructor/Technician with a Forestry/Arboriculture background to support teaching and assessment across our courses.

The role involves practical delivery, climbing techniques, chainsaw maintenance, and ensuring safety and compliance. A level 3+ Arboriculture qualification and current NPTC certificates are required, with a strong emphasis on risk management and industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture or forestry industry.
• Up-to-date NPTC certificates in climbing and chainsaw competence.
• Strong knowledge of safety and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical equipment and safe working areas for delivery of forestry/arboriculture courses.
• Assist lead lecturer in training, teaching and delivery with safety and risk assessment.
• Maintain service records of equipment and manage inspections.
• Manage college arboriculture resources to high safety standards.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

NPTC certificates

Chainsaw competence

Risk management

Education

Forestry/Arboriculture level 3+

Job description

Chichester College Group is seeking an Arboriculture Instructor/Technician with a Forestry/Arboriculture background to support teaching and assessment across our courses.

The role involves practical delivery, climbing techniques, chainsaw maintenance, and ensuring safety and compliance. A level 3+ Arboriculture qualification and current NPTC certificates are required, with a strong emphasis on risk management and industry knowledge.