Lecturer In Agriculture

Reed; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Essex is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Agriculture to teach Agriculture subjects to students. The role involves managing and supporting students' academic progress, alongside administrative tasks and curriculum development. Ideal candidates will have experience in teaching, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to professional growth. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development within a dynamic academic community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Participation in an academic community

Opportunities to develop innovative programs

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Agriculture or a related field.
• Ability to manage and support students' academic and personal development.
• Strong organisational skills to handle administrative duties and course planning.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver theoretical and practical sessions primarily to FE students.
• Act as a manager for full-time students, providing guidance and support.
• Assist in developing skills preparation for exams and portfolios.
• Implement administrative procedures to support academic practice.
• Participate in planning and development of courses.

Skills

Experience in teaching Agriculture or a related field

Ability to manage and support students' academic and personal development

Strong organisational skills

Commitment to continuous professional development

Knowledge of Data Protection, Equity Diversity and Inclusion, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Sustainability policies

Job description

Lecturer in Agriculture

• Annual Salary: competitive
• Location: Essex
• Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week

We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Agriculture to join our team at Essex. This role involves teaching primarily Agriculture subjects to students on full-time, part-time, and short courses. You will also contribute to the management, assessment, and recruitment of students, ensuring their academic and personal development.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver theoretical and practical sessions primarily to FE students, including those aged 14-16.
• Act as a manager for a group of full-time students, providing guidance and support on academic and personal development.
• Assist in the development of Functional and Key Skills Entitlement in preparation for exams, portfolios, and overall student success.
• Implement administrative procedures to support academic practice, including maintaining records of training, lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessments.
• Deliver or assist in the delivery of evening, weekend, and holiday courses as appropriate, up to a maximum of 23 hours per week.
• Participate in the planning and development of relevant courses and programmes.
• Actively engage in student recruitment and assist in raising the profile of courses at Writtle College.
• Attend technical updating courses regularly and maintain a record of continuing professional development according to CPD requirements.
• Comply with Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR requirements in all working practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in teaching Agriculture or a related field.
• Ability to manage and support students' academic and personal development.
• Strong organisational skills to handle administrative duties and course planning.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Knowledge of and compliance with Data Protection, Equity Diversity and Inclusion, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Sustainability policies.

Benefits:

• Professional development opportunities through regular technical updating courses.
• Participation in a dynamic academic community.
• Opportunities to contribute to the development of innovative educational programs.
• To apply for the Lecturer in Agriculture position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.