Lecturer in Animal Science, Animal Welfare and Zoology

Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education; Norwich; Presencial; GBP 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education is seeking a maternity/parental leave cover lecturer in animal science, welfare and zoology on a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months. The role centres on delivering teaching, curriculum planning and pastoral support for students.

The post suits a graduate or industry professional in animal-related fields, with visa sponsorship not available and a start as soon as possible.

Formación

• Degree in animal science, animal welfare, zoology or closely related discipline, or significant industry experience.
• Experience in animal management, animal science, welfare or zoological sectors.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver teaching across Higher Education programmes in animal science, animal welfare and zoology.
• Plan, develop and review curriculum content to provide an outstanding student experience.
• Support students through teaching, assessment and pastoral guidance.
• Develop learning resources and use digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Contribute to course leadership, quality improvement and curriculum development.
• Build and maintain links with employers, industry partners and other stakeholders.
• Support recruitment, outreach and College events, including open days.

Conocimientos

Communication

Organisational skills

Educación

Degree in animal science / welfare / zoology or related discipline

Descripción del empleo

Maternity or parental leave cover in Higher Education at Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education, on a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months. The role centres on teaching animal science, animal welfare and zoology, with curriculum planning, assessment and pastoral support. It suits a graduate or industry professional in animal-related fields, and involves a weekday 36-hour pattern with employer links. Visa sponsorship is not available and the post is to start as soon as possible.

What the job involves

• Delivering teaching across Higher Education programmes in animal science, animal welfare and zoology
• Planning, developing and reviewing curriculum content to give students an outstanding experience
• Supporting students through teaching, assessment and pastoral guidance
• Developing learning resources and using digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning
• Contributing to course leadership, quality improvement and curriculum development
• Building and maintaining links with employers, industry partners and other stakeholders
• Supporting recruitment, outreach and College events, including open days

Qualifications

• Degree in animal science, animal welfare, zoology or a closely related discipline, or significant relevant industry experience

Experience

• Experience and expertise in the animal management, animal science, welfare or zoological sectors

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Other

• A passion for teaching and supporting student success
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion

Nice to have

• Recognised teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one
• Previous experience of teaching, training or assessing in Further or Higher Education
• Experience of curriculum design, assessment and quality assurance
• Strong industry links within the animal, welfare, conservation or zoological sectors