Overview
Lecturer in Animal Management (Further Education) – Fixed Term – Maternity cover. 29.5 hours per week. Salary: £24,332 - £27,111 per annum (No teaching qualification held); £27,902 - £42,526 per annum, pro-rata (Teaching qualification held - level 5 or above).
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,000 students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as industry research. The University is rated top 20 in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2022) and has 96% graduate employability, while the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applicants from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. We offer inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.
About the Department
The department is comprised of lecturers and tutors working alongside Animal Instructors to provide Further Education students with knowledge, understanding and practical skills to prepare them for careers in the Animal Industry. The animal collection houses over 70 species for student engagement.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver teaching to help students achieve excellent results on Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 animal-related courses.
- Inspire students to appreciate and enjoy Animal Management, and deliver on Animal Science based units (including Animal Biology and Chemistry).
- Act as a personal tutor, advising and guiding individuals in their progress, success and career aspirations through group and 1:1 tutorials.
- Undertake assessments, marking and monitoring of learner progress.
About You / Qualifications
- Hold a teaching qualification or have a willingness to complete one.
- Possess a degree in Animal Science/Management, Biological Sciences or similar.
- Thorough knowledge of a wide range of animals and good links with industry.
- Be a highly motivated lecturer with experience of providing tutorial support to students (advantageous).
- A1 Assessors Award (or equivalent) and V1 Internal Verifiers Award (or equivalent) desirable.
Benefits
- 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous pension scheme (TPS)
- Employee Discounts Scheme
- Onsite fitness facilities
- Support for continuous professional development
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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