Lecturer in Agriculture

Loughborough College Group; Melton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Melton is seeking a passionate Agriculture Lecturer to educate students and support their future in the agricultural industry. The role involves developing and delivering courses, engaging with industry, and creating innovative learning experiences. Candidates should have relevant agricultural knowledge and a willingness to pursue teaching qualifications. This position offers a range of benefits including a competitive pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

On-site parking

Access to healthcare scheme

Subsidised nursery fees

Up to 44 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Relevant experience and current knowledge in Agriculture.
• Willingness to obtain a relevant teaching qualification if not already possessed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop courses for the Landbased team.
• Engage with industry links and provide practical experience.
• Support students to build successful careers in Agriculture.

Skills

Teaching methods

Knowledge in crops

Passion for agriculture

Education

Relevant experience in Agriculture

Willingness to obtain teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

We’re recruiting for an Agriculture specialist to join our team at Brooksby College and become a Lecturer at a leading landbased provider and member of Landex. Due to a high level of student interest across land-based curriculum, we are excited to expand our land based team. We are seeking a passionate Lecturer in Agriculture to pass on their knowledge and experience to the next generation and support in shaping the future of agricultural education. Using your specialist knowledge and experience you will be educating students who will play a vital role in the future of the dynamic industry that is Agriculture, making key links between the ‘why’ and the practical elements.

As an Agriculture Lecturer you will have the ability to deliver across the full range of the department''s provision; in particular crops, machinery and estate skills. You may currently be working in an Agriculture setting looking for your first job in teaching. Most importantly, you will have a passion for innovation, bringing new ideas and embedding new technologies into the learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop courses as part of the Landbased team, with excellent knowledge and understanding of Agriculture.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques.
• Contribute to teaching across the department’s provision, including crops, machinery and estate skills.
• Engage with industry links and provide practical experience through classroom, demonstration and hands-on activities on the estate.
• Support students to build a successful career in the Agriculture industry.

About the Environment

With an 850 acre estate, including a mixed-use livestock and arable farm, we provide a foothold in the industry through classroom, demonstration and practical experience.

Brooksby College is investing in teaching facilities, including the new Agriculture Tech Centre, to support development of farming systems and Landbased courses.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant experience and current knowledge in Agriculture.
• Willingness to obtain a relevant teaching qualification (DTLLS, PGCE or equivalent) if not already possessed.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College Group is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and actively encourage applications from groups under-represented, using positive action under the Equality Act. We welcome everyone to consider joining our journey.

Benefits

• A competitive pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site parking
• One campus facility
• Access to healthcare scheme
• Subsidised nursery fees
• Up to 44 days annual leave per year
• Additional annual leave available
• Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
• CPD and inclusive resources for development
• Well-being hours
• Volunteer opportunities with local community and charities
• Flexible working arrangements and agile working where possible
• Staff forums and groups for sustainability and Investors in Diversity
• Support services for mental health and wellbeing

Additional Information

We are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without sponsorship. If you require support to apply for this job, please email [e-mail].