Lecturer in Animal Studies

West Suffolk College; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension

52 days holiday

Flexible working

Employee Assistance

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Canteen

Staff development

Subject course development

Career progression

Safeguarding

Job summary

West Suffolk College seeks an enthusiastic Lecturer in Animal Studies to deliver a varied mix of theory and practical sessions across Levels 1 to 4, with emphasis on avian health and zoological collections. You will also serve as Programme Lead for the Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care, planning and delivering engaging lessons and assessments.

The role requires a Level 3 animal-related qualification, a recognised teaching qualification, and a strong vocational background in zoos or

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in an animal-related specialism.
• Recognised teaching qualification is essential.
• Proven vocational background within a zoo or zoological collection considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver theory and practical sessions across Levels 1–4 with a focus on avian health and zoological collections.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons and develop schemes of work and learning resources.
• Carry out formative and summative assessments with clear, constructive feedback.
• Coordinate student support through ILPs and SEND/EHCP processes and oversee progression and destination planning.
• Lead enrichment activities such as trips and visits and maintain accurate student records.
• Participate in course team meetings, internal verification and liaise with external bodies and employers.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

IT skills

Organisation

Education

Level 3 animal qualification

Teaching qualification

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lecturer in Animal Studies to join our thriving Animal Studies subject area. This role involves delivering a varied mix of theory and practical sessions across Levels 1 to 4, with a particular focus on avian health and zoological collections. You will also undertake the Programme Lead role for the Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons across a range of animal care and management modules, develop schemes of work and learning resources, and carry out formative and summative assessments with clear, constructive feedback. The role includes coordinating student support through initial assessment, ILPs and SEND/EHCP processes, overseeing progression and destination planning, and contributing to parent reports. You will plan and lead enrichment activities such as trips and visits, maintain accurate student records, promote character strengths within teaching, and ensure compliance with quality assurance, risk management and disciplinary procedures. Participation in course team meetings, professional development, internal verification and liaison with external bodies and employers is also a key part of the role.

We are looking for a candidate with a Level 3 qualification or above in an animal-related specialism, a proven vocational background ideally within a zoo or zoological collection, and experience working with a variety of species. A recognised teaching qualification is essential, along with strong organisational and IT skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to inspire and support young people in both practical and classroom environments. If you are passionate about animal education and keen to contribute to a collaborative, quality-driven team, we would welcome your application.

• 1 FTE - 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
• Salary: £29,583 - £41,964 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience), What the school offers its staff
• Membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance of 52 days per annum + Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time working)
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities
• Commitment to safeguarding