Agriculture Lecturer

Agriculture and other land-based work is vital to Cumbria's economy and culture. We are excited to offer new programmes, which are looking for experienced staff to deliver. Cumbria has a diverse land-based sector, and our programmes will teach learners modern techniques for productivity and business methods that will allow them to embrace the opportunities that will arise in the years to come. With our Cumbrian-based offer and staff expertise, we will tailor our programmes to suit the needs of local employers while ensuring that learners have the knowledge and skills to succeed anywhere. With Cumbrian agriculture alone accounting for nearly 5% of all English farms over 508,000 hectares and full time 12,000 jobs there is plenty of work to do. We will use our network of local employers to work with our team and give learners a diverse, relevant set of experiences. The successful candidate will work in numerous locations or our facilities so our learners receive the training they need. This will include both taught practical sessions and work placements.,

• Curriculum Development: Lead the development of specific subjects within the curriculum, ensuring content is current and industry-relevant.
• Research & Consultancy: Engage in significant research and consultancy activities to enhance the academic and practical learning experience.
• Course Verification & Leadership: Oversee course verification processes, coordinate course teams, and provide leadership to ensure high education standards.
• Impactful Role: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of the related industry by mentoring and educating the next generation of skilled professionals.
• Classroom Management: To ensure student retention and achievement targets are met. Provide a safe and healthy environment in which to work and learn. Ensure that adequate resources and materials are provided to enhance learning, thereby enriching the opportunity and experience of learners., Set within the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site of the Lake District, we are an FE college that consistently punches above its weight on the national stage. Under the leadership of our Principal, Kelvin Nash, we are embarking on a series of bold steps to grow the college and remain an excellent education provider for Cumbria and the Northwest region. Our students are focused on their learning, achieve high levels of attainment, and consistently give us high satisfaction ratings. The college recognises the wellbeing of its staff as a priority, as well as ensuring that excellent work is appropriately recognised and that a healthy work-life balance is maintained.
  
  We are keen to hear from applicants with backgrounds/experience across the agricultural sector/industry., The department delivers agricultural apprenticeships, a full-time Level 1 land-based programme, and short courses. We are keen to hear from applicants with backgrounds/experience in the agricultural sector/industry.
The successful candidate(s) will have experience delivering the highest-quality teaching and learning. They will embrace an environment that values creativity, technology, and forward-thinking methodologies. They will build strong, positive working relationships with a supportive and collaborative team of educators and professional services who share the common goal of providing a meaningful educational experience. They will have excellent organisational and time-management skills and can prioritise work effectively to meet objectives and deadlines. They will be comfortable with and proactively adapt to rapid changes in educational trends within the sector. They will be able to plan and prioritise their own schedule of work to achieve objectives, have strong IT skills, and be happy to be part of a close-knit team with shared objectives. The successful candidates will themselves be educated to at least Level 4 and capable of sharing their knowledge with our students in an engaging and informative manner that benefits their passion for the subject. Teaching experience is desirable, but we are looking for someone who is confident in sharing their experience and knowledge with our students. We would support you in gaining a formal teaching qualification alongside your work with us., A recognised teaching qualification or be willing to obtain within 2 years of appointment A Bachelor/Master's degree in an relevant discipline Level 4 qualification (BTEC HNC, NVQ) in in an relevant discipline or be willing to work towards it English, Maths, and Science at Level 2 (GCSE A
• to C or equivalent), Understanding of Agricultural or land-based sector experience and potential specialisms that you can inspire students to progress into
Recent experience of teaching in an FE/HE environment Experience of working in an industrial/commercial environment, Effective communication and presentation skills Current agricultural trends and practises Effective work management skills that can be translated into a classroom Public health knowledge relative to agriculture Agricultural practices Capable use of IT to promote teaching and monitor learning Good general knowledge of health and safety at work in an educational and the relevant vocational environment Ability to provide high-quality pastoral care to learners Good general knowledge of health and safety at work in an educational and the relevant vocational environment Comprehensive current technical knowledge and skills commensurate with the required vocational delivery


• Great career progression opportunities
• A generous holiday entitlement
• Excellent pension schemes for all staff
• Seven efficiency days per year (pro rata) and your hard-earned holiday allocation
• A college committed to helping every student reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop
• Employee Assistant Program
• Electric car and Cycle to Work scheme
• A comprehensive staff awards, rewards, and wellbeing scheme
• Membership options to other discounting/saving providers
• A full range of hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments
• Discounts in the college restaurant
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced absence pay
• Blue Light card eligibility
• Free will writing
• Discounted eye teats and winter flu vaccine
• Access to discounted gym membership