Instructor in Animal Management (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Otley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk New College is seeking an Instructor in Animal Studies to deliver practical-based lessons, drawing on practical, hands-on industry experience. Experience in the Animal sector, preferably from a zoo, and a Level 2 Maths and English qualification are essential.

This on-site post is based at Suffolk Rural campus with potential travel between campuses. Salary ranges from £28,080 to £32,895 per annum, with 35 hours per week across 52 weeks; training is available to support becoming an

Qualifications

• Needs to deliver practical-based lessons and demonstrate practical concepts.
• Requires relevant industry experience with the Animal sector; zoo experience preferred.
• You should have a Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Plan practical-based lessons and provide meaningful feedback to learners.
• Carry out practical-based assessments and adjust lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Travel between campuses as required; contribute to safeguarding and inclusive learning.

Skills

Practical teaching experience

Hands-on industry experience

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

Job description

Instructor in Animal Management (on-site)

Within the range of £28,080 to £32,895 per annum* (bar at £29,640, progression requires completion of a recognised teaching qualification)

*Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process

35 hours per week, 52 weeks a year

Are you keen to share your skills, knowledge, and experience? Would you like a rewarding career in education? We are seeking to recruit an Instructor in Animal Studies that have practical, hands‑on industry experience with relevant qualifications to deliver practical based lessons to our animal studies learners.

We are looking for an individual with relevant and up-to-date industry experience within the Animal sector, preferably within a zoo, that is supported by relevant qualifications as well as a Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

You should be passionate about engaging and motivating learners, demonstrating creativity and innovation in your teaching to ensure that learners receive an exceptional educational experience. You will be responsible for planning practical based lessons, demonstrating practical concepts and tasks, providing learners with meaningful feedback that allows them to develop their own hands‑on practical skills, and carrying out practical based assessments. You would also be required to make reasonable adjustments to lessons to meet the diverse needs of our learners, helping them achieve their full potential.

Suffolk New College can provide relevant teacher training to those individuals who can demonstrate the potential to become effective teachers.

This post is based at Suffolk Rural campus; however, Suffolk New College is a multi‑campus therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it is a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It is a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

For further information, please visit www.suffolk.ac.uk

Closing date: Sunday 13 th September 2026 at midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 22 nd September 2026

We reserve the right to close an advertisement early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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