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Abingdon & Witney College; Witney; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Job summary

Abingdon & Witney College in Witney, Oxfordshire, is recruiting an Animal Management Lecturer to deliver engaging FE teaching across Level 1–3 programmes. You will plan, teach, assess, and monitor learner progress, using inclusive methods and digital learning tools to support achievement and progression.

We are looking for a passionate educator with industry insight and a commitment to creating a positive, inclusive learner experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, assess, and evaluate high-quality Animal Management lessons across FE programmes.
• Support learners to achieve their full potential through engaging and inclusive teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain learning materials using a range of teaching methods and digital learning technologies.
• Monitor learner progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Deliver tutorial and pastoral support, including individual learning plans and learner referrals where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, technicians, and external stakeholders to enhance the learner experience.
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement activities, and course promotion.
• Maintain accurate course records and utilise college systems effectively.
• Engage in continuing professional development and keep up to date with industry and awarding body requirements.

Job description

Lecturer - Animal Management

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification / criteria. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

Inspire the Next Generation of Animal Care Professionals

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Animal Management Lecturer to join our team and deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across our Animal Management provision. This role will involve teaching across all levels, with a primary focus on Level 1 to Level 3 Further Education programmes.

As an Animal Management Lecturer, you will play a key role in supporting learners to achieve their qualifications, develop industry-relevant skills, and progress into employment or higher-level study. You will be committed to delivering an outstanding learner experience and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, assess, and evaluate high-quality Animal Management lessons across FE programmes.


• Support learners to achieve their full potential through engaging and inclusive teaching practices.


• Develop and maintain learning materials using a range of teaching methods and digital learning technologies.


• Monitor learner progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.


• Deliver tutorial and pastoral support, including individual learning plans and learner referrals where appropriate.


• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, technicians, and external stakeholders to enhance the learner experience.


• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement activities, and course promotion.


• Maintain accurate course records and utilise college systems effectively.


• Engage in continuing professional development and keep up to date with industry and awarding body requirements.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Company: Abingdon & Witney College Salary: £34,391 to £44,558 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Witney, OX29 9UU Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 15 Sept 2026 Closing date: 20 Sept 2026