Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture)

Wiltshire College & University Centre; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a part-time Lecturer in Land-Based (Agriculture) to inspire students and deliver engaging lessons across various agriculture topics. Applicants should have significant industry experience and a relevant qualification. Join a forward-thinking college focused on shaping the future of agriculture while enjoying benefits like flexible annual leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Pro-rata annual leave

Teachers Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Significant experience within the agriculture industry.
• Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification or higher in Agriculture.
• Enthusiastic about sharing knowledge with future professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons across agriculture topics.
• Inspire students to achieve their full potential.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Experience in agriculture

Enthusiasm for teaching

Continuous learning

Education

Relevant Level 3 qualification in Agriculture

Job description

Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture)

Wiltshire College & University Centre has a great opportunity for a part‑time Lecturer in Land-Based (Agriculture) to join our team.

Job Type: Permanent, Part‑time – 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

About us: Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond.

The Role

Set in 500 acres of Wiltshire countryside, our Lackham campus is home to a modern AgriTech Centre, a robotic dairy featuring market‑leading robotics and software, and a Home Farm where our dairy herd, flock of sheep, livestock and crop production are all based.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Land‑Based (Agriculture) to join our passionate and supportive team, someone who shares our enthusiasm for rural industries, sustainability and innovation in modern farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons across a range of agriculture‑related topics, from livestock management to crop production, machinery operations and agri‑business (Levels 1‑3).
• Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential using practical, real‑world examples drawn from your own experience.
• Monitor and support student progress, providing constructive feedback and pastoral guidance.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to ensure the curriculum remains current and aligned with emerging agricultural technologies and practices.

You

• Have significant experience within the agriculture industry (livestock, arable or agri‑tech).
• Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Agriculture or a related discipline.
• Are enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and expertise with the next generation of agricultural professionals.
• Embrace continuous learning and development, both personally and professionally.
• Will receive support to achieve a teaching qualification if you join us directly from industry.

Join a college that is shaping the future of agriculture where your knowledge and experience can truly take root and flourish.

Benefits

• 37 days, pro‑rata annual leave for Academic Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers Pension Scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers.
• Free onsite car parking.

Application Process

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

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