Environmental Studies Lecturer

Plumpton College; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plumpton College, based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, is seeking an Environmental Studies Lecturer to join our Agriculture & Environment team. You will teach on Level 2 and Level 3 Agriculture and Environment programmes, helping learners develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to progress.

The role suits an experienced teacher from a secondary or FE background with a passion for environmental studies, applied learning and learner progression.

Qualifications

• Strong teaching experience with an ability to engage learners across levels.
• A degree or professional qualification in a relevant land-based subject.
• Specialist subject knowledge in environmental or land-based disciplines.
• Genuine commitment to learner success, inclusion and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Support student progress, retention and positive destinations.
• Contribute to a culture of high standards, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Work with colleagues, employers and stakeholders to strengthen provision.

Skills

Strong teaching experience

Commitment to learner success

Inclusion and safeguarding

Education

Degree in land-based subject

Professional qualification in land-based subject

Job description

Thinking about your next step beyond school teaching?

Environmental Studies Lecturer - Plumpton College

Please note we only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We do not offer Visa sponsorship

Are you an experienced teacher looking for a fresh challenge where you can inspire learners in a more specialist setting? Are you looking for a move from secondary to FE teaching?

At Plumpton College, based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, we are looking for an Environmental Studies Lecturer to join our Agriculture & Environment team. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your teaching expertise into a dynamic land and environmental education setting and help shape the future workforce.

You will teach on Level 2 and Level 3 Agriculture and Environment programmes, supporting learners to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to progress. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Fisheries management


• Aquaculture


• Aquatic science


• Aquatic ecology


• Fish health and welfare

This role could suit an experienced teacher from a secondary or further education background, especially someone with a passion for environmental studies, applied learning and student progression.

What you’ll do

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment


• Support student progress, retention and positive destinations


• Contribute to a culture of high standards, inclusion and safeguarding


• Work with colleagues, employers and stakeholders to strengthen provision

What we’re looking for

• Strong teaching experience and a track record of effective classroom practice


• A degree or professional qualification in a relevant land-based subject


• Specialist subject knowledge in environmental or land-based disciplines


• A genuine commitment to learner success, inclusion and wellbeing

There is also the opportunity to take on an additional Cohort Lead responsibility for one year, attracting an extra £1,500 pro rata.

Why join Plumpton College?

Plumpton College is one of the UK’s leading providers of land and environmental education. We are proud of our values: Professional, Ambitious, Passionate, Supportive, Progressive, and Enterprising. We offer a welcoming and inclusive culture, strong CPD, a structured induction, coaching support, and a generous benefits package including pension, annual leave, wellbeing support, free onsite gym, and free parking.

If you’re ready to take your teaching career in a new direction and inspire learners in a specialist college environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.

Plumpton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.