Forestry & Tree Felling Tutor | Flexible Hours

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Lacock; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 35 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Professional development and CPD

Résumé du poste

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Tree Felling Lecturer for a variable hours role at Lackham Campus. You will teach adult learners in tree felling, chainsaw safety, and woodland management with practical demonstrations and safe practices.

Experience in forestry operations or arboriculture is required, with a relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent. The position offers flexible hours and opportunities for CPD across college sites.

Qualifications

• A relevant Level 3 qualification in forestry/arboriculture or related subject, or substantial industry experience.
• Practical experience in tree felling, forestry operations, or arboriculture is essential.
• Appropriate chainsaw and forestry qualifications for teaching practical activities.
• Solid understanding of risk assessment, PPE, and safety procedures.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver engaging tree felling, forestry and arboriculture sessions.
• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, and learning resources for adult learners.
• Teach tree assessment, site prep, and planning of forestry operations.
• Explain chainsaw safety, equipment maintenance and PPE requirements.
• Explain tree biology, woodland management, and environmental considerations.
• Introduce safe procedures, hazard identification, risk assessment and emergency planning.
• Promote safe working practices and professional standards in forestry.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

Connaissances

Tree felling

Forestry operations

Arboriculture

Chainsaw safety

Woodland maintenance

Safety procedures

Formation

Level 3 qualification in forestry/arboriculture

Significant industry experience

Teaching/adult education qualifications desirable

Description du poste

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Tree Felling Lecturer for a variable hours role at Lackham Campus. You will teach adult learners in tree felling, chainsaw safety, and woodland management with practical demonstrations and safe practices.

Experience in forestry operations or arboriculture is required, with a relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent. The position offers flexible hours and opportunities for CPD across college sites.