Lecturer in Agriculture, Countryside & Environment (Countryside management/Horticulture Specialism)

Norwich City College; Norwich; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lecturer in Agriculture, Countryside & Environment. The role involves course leadership and delivery across land-based subjects, with a focus on practical skills including habitat management and horticulture. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the land-based industry, degree-level education, and a teaching qualification. This is a part-time, fixed-term position until July 2027, offering a competitive salary between £13,420 and £16,029 per annum.

Qualifications

• Strong background in the land-based industry, particularly in estate work.
• Experience with habitat management and horticultural operations.
• Solid history of professional vocational experience.

Responsibilities

• Course lead, plan and deliver land-based provision.
• Support students and contribute to a high-quality curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the department.

Skills

Woodland and grassland habitat management

Horticultural Maintenance and Operations

Estate maintenance and countryside infrastructure

Conservation and land stewardship practices

Chainsaw use

ATV operation

Brush cutting

Education

Degree level education in a relevant field

Teaching qualification

Job description

Lecturer in Agriculture, Countryside & Environment (Countryside management/Horticulture Specialism)

14.4 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, fixed term until July 2027

Salary - £13,420 - £16,029 per annum actual.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Agriculture, Countryside and Environment team to course‑lead, plan and deliver across our land‑based provision, with a particular focus on estate skills, practical habitat management, and horticultural operations.

This role supports our countryside and environmental technical qualifications, offering students a dynamic opportunity to study the theoretical components of the industry while developing practical skills through work with industry partners and on our vast, diverse estate.

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced individual with a strong background in the land based industry, particularly in estate work, practical habitat management and maintenance of horticultural spaces. Experience in chainsaw use, ATV operation, and brush cutting is highly desirable, alongside knowledge of:

• Woodland and grassland habitat management
• Horticultural Maintenance and Operations
• Estate maintenance and countryside infrastructure
• Conservation and land stewardship practices

Applicants should have a solid history of professional vocational experience in a relevant field. Ideally, candidates will be educated to degree level and hold a teaching qualification, or be willing to work towards one upon appointment.

You’ll enjoy supporting students through engaging and well‑structured sessions that support student progress and help learners grow in confidence and achieve their goals. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the department and wider college, you’ll contribute to the planning and delivery of a high‑quality curriculum, ensuring learners benefit from a well‑rounded and rewarding educational experience.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date: Midnight on Monday 17th November 2025

All newly appointed employees are required to complete an enhanced DBS Check and register with the DBS Update Service. Please note: From 28 November 2020 the government implemented changes to the filtering rules, and we have been instructed that we cannot accept any update service checks on DBS certificates that have been issued before this date. Therefore, a new one must be completed with City College Norwich.