Forestry & Arboriculture Trainer/Technician — Hands-On Teaching

eTeach UK Limited; Lewes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Plumpton College is seeking a proactive Forestry Trainer/Technician to support high-quality teaching in the Forestry & Arboriculture department. The role combines technical support, resource management and practical teaching assistance to deliver an excellent student experience.

You will maintain equipment, assist with practical sessions and contribute to department quality improvement, safety records and wider College activities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Forestry & Arboriculture, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of forestry and arboriculture machinery, plant, equipment maintenance and health and safety requirements.
• NPTC or Lantra competency tickets in Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting and Manually Fed Woodchipper.
• Excellent communication, organisation and digital skills, including the ability to work effectively with staff, students, suppliers and other departments.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the Forestry & Arboriculture department, ensuring resources, facilities and equipment are ready for teaching and learning.
• Oversee departmental purchasing, ordering, deliveries and supplier liaison in line with College finance procedures.
• Maintain practical teaching areas, machinery, plant and equipment to a high standard, keeping accurate maintenance and health and safety records.
• Support practical teaching sessions and provide subject specialist input that enhances the curriculum and student experience.
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement, housekeeping, compliance, open events and wider College activities.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Digital skills

Education

Level 3 Forestry & Arboriculture

Job description

Plumpton College is seeking a proactive Forestry Trainer/Technician to support high-quality teaching in the Forestry & Arboriculture department. The role combines technical support, resource management and practical teaching assistance to deliver an excellent student experience.

You will maintain equipment, assist with practical sessions and contribute to department quality improvement, safety records and wider College activities.