Instructor in Agricultural Engineering

Reaseheath College; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks an enthusiastic individual to provide practical training in Agricultural Engineering. You will help students develop essential skills for their future careers. Qualifications include a minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one), and industry experience. Benefits include 35 days of annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and more. The role is permanent, full-time with 37 hours per week, located in Nantwich.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Free parking

On-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching practical skills in Agricultural Engineering.
• Ability to manage and maintain tools effectively.
• Strong knowledge in advanced agricultural machinery.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during practical activities.
• Instruct students on industry skills.
• Maintain health and safety procedures.

Skills

Experience of a similar role within the FE sector or industry

Experience of storing and maintaining tools and equipment

Transmission types knowledge

Farming machinery expertise

Engines knowledge

Hydraulics understanding

Tractor technology skills

Electrics knowledge

Fabrication skills

Teaching willingness

Education

Minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject

Level 2 in Maths & English or equivalent

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Reaseheath College, Rease Heath, Nantwich CW5 6DF

Salary: £26,289 - £30,292 per year.

Status: Permanent, 37 hours per week.

Closing date: 15 February 2026 (midnight).

Assessment centre date: To be confirmed.

Overview

Reaseheath College is a forward-thinking and dynamic college providing an excellent educational experience to over 4,500 students a year. The college has significantly invested in engineering facilities with a £7 million Advanced Engineering and Agri‑Tech Centre boasting state-of-the-art equipment for teaching purposes. As the UK's leading academy for agricultural engineering, we constantly raise the bar to deliver training in the advanced technology needed to maintain the complex tractors and agricultural machinery used in precision farming.

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to deliver practical training in Agricultural Engineering across a various programmes up to level 3. You will use your expert knowledge and skills to help our students achieve their ambitions and support new curriculum opportunities as we expand our provision.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the work of students undertaking practical activities.
• Instruct students to develop the practical skills required by industry and support their practical confidence and ability.
• Adhere to college health and safety procedures by supervising students undertaking practical activities, giving help, support and guidance.
• Help maintain premises, equipment, consumables associated with the department.
• Utilise learning resources and opportunities fully and effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience of a similar role within the FE sector or industry.
• Experience of storing and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject with experience in transmission types, farming machinery, engines, hydraulics, tractor technology, electrics, and fabrication skills.
• Level 2 in Maths & English or equivalent.
• Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A two‑week festive/New Year shut down.
• Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 20.8 %.
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 6 months full pay depending on service.
• On‑site gym membership available.
• Pluxee reward scheme.
• Free parking.

Regulatory and Legal

For more information, please refer to the additional job description. Please note this role constitutes 'regulated activity' as defined by the Protection of Freedom Act 2012. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with barred list information prior to starting employment. You must also have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence to support this. In addition, online checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Reaseheath College is committed to achieving its public sector general equality duty, which is set out in the Equality Act 2010. The college has a clear mission and clear values, which incorporate equality, diversity and inclusion. The college staff recruitment and selection process, CPD processes, policies and practice are designed to ensure that when employment decisions are made, they are based solely on the skills and qualities required for the position and comply with all relevant employment legislation and best practice standards.

Disability Support

The college is a Disability Confident Employer and will support any reasonable adjustments you require to perform your best during the recruitment process. You can contact the HR team at [e-mail] should you require any adjustments during either your application or during the assessment centre.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised close date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

We do not accept applications or speculative CVs through recruitment agencies.