Sow the Seeds of the Future - Teach Agriculture at Plumpton College
Where passion for the land meets purpose in education. At the heart of the South Downs, Plumpton College is more than just a place of learning - it's a thriving hub of innovation, sustainability, and opportunity in land and environment education. As our agricultural programmes continue to grow in scope and ambition, we're seeking passionate professionals from the farming and rural industries to inspire the next generation of agriculturalists.
Why Teach at Plumpton?
- Real Impact: Every lecture, field walk, or workshop you deliver helps build confident, skilled, and future ready professionals.
- State of the Art Resources: Our 900 hectare estate includes commercial livestock, arable and dairy enterprises, giving students - and staff - the chance to teach and learn on a real working farm.
- Professional Development: We'll support you to gain your teaching qualifications and grow your career in education while bringing your own expertise to the classroom.
- A Dynamic Environment: With programmes ranging from Level 2 diplomas to BSc Honours degrees, no two days are the same.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking people who care deeply about the future of the industry. If you have a background in:
- Farm management
- Biology, science, or animal science
- Soil science
- Crop and livestock production
- Agricultural consultancy or research
- Agri tech or sustainable practices
and want to share your knowledge with engaged and enthusiastic learners, we want to hear from you.
Whether you've taught before or not, if you have the skills and drive to nurture talent and lead by example, you'll find a welcoming and supportive team at Plumpton. We offer teacher training in house and comprehensive CPD to ensure you are equipped and feel confident to deliver outstanding teaching and learning to the next generation.
Be Part of Something Bigger
At Plumpton College, we live our values-Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, Supportive, and Progressive-in everything we do. You'll benefit from:
- Competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including up to 37 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas.
- Staff enrolled in the Teacher's Pension Scheme and access to comprehensive CPD opportunities and in house teacher training where applicable.
- Disability Confident, a signatory of the Menopause Pledge, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
- Up to £6k Welcome Bonus payable over 24 months for the right candidate.
- Support with relocation, including possible accommodation in shared staff housing for up to the first six months of employment.
- Structured induction and a supported six month probationary period, with a strong coaching culture and in house L5 trained coaches.
- Employee wellbeing benefits such as eligibility for a TOTUM card and Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, cycle to work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Regular networking events, active EDI and Sustainability committees, and social events at Christmas.
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.
