Lecturer in Forestry & Arboriculture

Plumpton College; Plumpton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Plumpton is seeking a Lecturer in Forestry & Arboriculture to deliver practical and theoretical instruction across diverse education programs. This role involves designing course content, assessing outcomes, and supporting learners from various backgrounds. A strong knowledge of tree science and teaching experience is essential. The institution promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, offering various benefits like competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and generous annual leave

Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme

Continuing professional development

Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong background in Tree Science, Surveying & Inspection, and Estate Skills.
• Up-to-date practical skills in forestry and arboriculture.
• Experience with industry machinery and timber processing equipment is desirable.
• Teaching experience or a proven track record of industry expertise is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and assess learning outcomes for Forestry & Arboriculture courses.
• Utilise teaching resources and machinery for real-world, hands-on experience.
• Support learners with diverse industry backgrounds.
• Contribute to curriculum development and improve teaching practice.

Skills

Tree Science

Surveying & Inspection

Estate Skills

Practical skills in forestry

Industry machine operation

Teaching experience

Job description

About the Role

As a Lecturer in Forestry & Arboriculture at Plumpton College, you will deliver teaching to a variety of learners across our growing education programmes and industry training. You will use our unrivalled teaching spaces – including a large multi‑space workshop, bespoke training area, campus woodlands, and access to private woodlands through our landowner relationships – to provide both practical and theoretical instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and assess learning outcomes for Forestry & Arboriculture courses.
• Utilise our teaching resources and machinery to give students real‑world, hands‑on experience.
• Support learners with a broad range of industry backgrounds, fostering a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous improvement of teaching practice.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Strong knowledge and background in Tree Science, Surveying & Inspection, and Estate Skills.
• Excellent up‑to‑date practical skills in forestry and arboriculture.
• Experience working with industry machinery and timber processing equipment is desirable.
• Teaching experience or a proven track record of industry expertise is highly valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave (up to 37 days pro rata).
• Bank holidays and up to five efficiency days at Christmas.
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Access to continuing professional development and Level 5 trained coaches.
• Totum card for high‑street discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, free eye tests, and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Free onsite parking, discounted college wine and courses, and onsite gym access.
• Structured induction and supported six‑month probationary period.
• Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, including EDI and Sustainability committees.

Why Join Us

Plumpton College lives our values – Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, and Supportive – in everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive, develop and feel valued. Our inclusive environment supports neurodiverse candidates, offers a welcoming and empathetic workplace, and provides coaching to support ongoing personal and professional growth.

Equal Opportunities and EEO Statement

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non‑discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis. Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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