Lecturer in Animal Management

JobAdder Operations Pty; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

44 days' holiday

Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity and paternity

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount on College courses

High Street discounts

Wellbeing programme

Annual volunteering day

Job summary

Think FE are working with a well-regarded college in Northamptonshire that is looking to appoint an Animal Welfare & Management Lecturer on a full-time, permanent basis. The role encompasses teaching, tutoring, learner support, and curriculum development across Further and Higher Education.

The ideal candidate will possess an FdSc in Animal Care and relevant industry knowledge. A strong benefits package includes a pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and professional development

Qualifications

• An FdSc or equivalent qualification in an Animal Care-related subject.
• Relevant and up-to-date Animal Science industry knowledge.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate, engage and support learners.
• Ability to plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Animal Welfare & Management programmes across FE and HE.
• Act as a course tutor and support groups of learners.
• Monitor attendance, progress and achievement.
• Support students through tutorials and placement visits.
• Contribute to curriculum development in line with industry needs.
• Take part in practical demonstrations and activities.
• Support internal verification, auditing and quality processes.

Skills

Animal Science industry knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Motivating learners

Inclusive learning

Education

FdSc or equivalent in Animal Care

GCSE Maths and English C/4

Tools

Teaching qualification

Job description

Animal Welfare & Management Lecturer

Location: Northamptonshire

Salary: £36,217 – £43,197 per annum

Contract: Full time, 37 hours per week, permanent

Think FE are working with a well-regarded college in Northamptonshire that is looking to appoint an Animal Welfare & Management Lecturer on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone with current animal industry knowledge who wants to deliver across a broad Animal Welfare & Management curriculum. The role includes teaching, tutoring, learner support, curriculum development and practical activities across both Further Education and Higher Education provision.

The role

As an Animal Welfare & Management Lecturer, you will deliver high-quality teaching and training to students across full-time, part-time and short courses.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering Animal Welfare & Management programmes across FE and HE


• Acting as a course tutor and supporting groups of learners throughout their programme


• Monitoring attendance, progress and achievement


• Supporting students through tutorials, records of achievement and placement visits


• Contributing to curriculum development in line with industry needs


• Taking part in practical demonstrations and activities with students


• Supporting internal verification, auditing and quality processes


• Promoting high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and student conduct


• Contributing to recruitment events, open days and wider departmental activities

The post is 37 hours per week, with occasional evening or weekend working where required.

What we’re looking for

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• An FdSc or equivalent qualification in an Animal Care-related subject


• Relevant and up-to-date Animal Science industry knowledge


• Strong communication and organisational skills


• The ability to motivate, engage and support learners


• The ability to plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive learning


• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent


• A teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards a Diploma in Teaching and Learning, Certificate in Education or equivalent


• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people and vulnerable adults

A BSc in an Animal Care-related subject is desirable, along with experience of working within the Animal Welfare industry and previous FE or HE experience. A relevant postgraduate or professional qualification would also be advantageous.

Salary and benefits

The salary for this role is £36,217 – £43,197 per annum.

The college also offers a strong benefits package, including:

• Teachers' Pension Scheme


• 44 days' holiday including bank/public holidays


• Health Cash Plan


• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits


• Free on-site parking


• Discounted on-site gym membership


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• 10% discount on College courses


• High Street discounts


• Wellbeing programme


• Opportunity for an annual volunteering day