Horticulture - Associate Lecturer (Part-Time, 0.5 FTE)

South Eastern Regional College; Holywood; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

49 days annual leave + 12 public hols

Defined benefit CARE pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Annual health checks onsite

Campus gym facilities onsite

Mind Yourself wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to Work scheme

Credit Union access

Hair, nail & beauty salons onsite

CPD via Learning Academy

Job summary

South Eastern Regional College in Holywood is inviting applications for an Associate Lecturer in Horticulture. This permanent post at 0.5 FTE (18 hours per week) focuses on delivering high-quality horticulture education and helping to shape curriculum development.

You will join a supportive teaching team, drawing on your qualifications and industry experience. The role requires strong communication, organisational skills, and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• GCSE English (A-C) or Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication; GCSE Maths (A-C) or Essential Skills Level 2 in Numeracy.
• University Degree in Horticulture or Level 5 qualification in Horticulture (NQF–QCF).
• At least 3 years of relevant industrial, professional or business experience.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• 2 years teaching experience in Horticulture/Garden Design (Desirable).
• Assessor Award (A1 / D32 / D33) (Desirable).
• V1 Award (Internal verifier) eligibility within the first year (Desirable).

Skills

Communication

Numeracy

Initiative

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Horticulture

NQF/QCF Level 5 Horticulture qualification

Job description

South Eastern Regional College in Holywood is inviting applications for an Associate Lecturer in Horticulture. This permanent post at 0.5 FTE (18 hours per week) focuses on delivering high-quality horticulture education and helping to shape curriculum development.

You will join a supportive teaching team, drawing on your qualifications and industry experience. The role requires strong communication, organisational skills, and a commitment to student success.