Lecturer in Horticulture

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Horticulture for the West Midlands. You will teach across horticulture programmes, guiding learners to build practical skills and sector-ready knowledge, while supporting their progression.

In addition to teaching, you will assess progress, contribute to curriculum updates, and work with colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment that reflects current industry practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in horticulture.
• Industry experience in horticulture.
• Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across horticulture courses.
• Support learners to develop practical horticultural skills and knowledge.
• Plan, prepare and assess learning activities to support learner progression and achievement.
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring content remains current and relevant.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Horticulture industry experience

Teaching or willingness to obtain

Level 3 horticulture qualification

Education

Level 3 qualification in horticulture

Job description

Lecturer in Horticulture

Part Time | Permanent | Thursdays and Fridays

Location: the West Midlands

About the Role

A further education provider in the West Midlands is looking for a Lecturer in Horticulture to join its teaching team. You'll deliver engaging and practical sessions across horticulture programmes, helping learners build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to progress into the sector.

Alongside teaching, you'll support learners' practical development, assess their progress and contribute to a curriculum that reflects current industry practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering engaging and high-quality teaching across horticulture courses.
• Supporting learners to develop practical horticultural skills and knowledge.
• Planning, preparing and assessing learning activities to support learner progression and achievement.
• Contributing to curriculum development, ensuring content remains current and relevant.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in horticulture
• Industry experience in horticulture
• A teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one