Lecturer - Viticulture Apprenticeships (Part-Time)

Are you passionate about viticulture and keen to inspire the next generation of wine industry professionals? Plumpton College, a leader in the English wine industry and a recent winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize, is looking for a dynamic and motivated Lecturer to join our Wine Department. This exciting role offers the chance to teach, develop cutting-edge courses, and engage with a thriving sector that's vital to the growth and sustainability of English wine production. What You'll Do:

• Deliver engaging teaching and practical sessions for undergraduate and part-time wine students.
• Develop targeted short courses for viticulture professionals in collaboration with industry experts.
• Play a key role in shaping and delivering apprenticeship courses and degree programs.
• Ensure high-quality learning experiences, meeting academic and vocational standards.
• Maintain strong networks within the UK wine industry and attend key forums.
  
  Hold a degree or professional qualification related to the wine industry.
• Commercial viticulture experience is essential.
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one) is required.
• Excellent communication and IT skills, with a passion for student success.
• Experience in curriculum development and an eagerness to contribute to innovative course designs.
  
  With over 3,000 students, excellent resources and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development. At Plumpton College we are Ambitious & Progressive, Enterprising, Professional, Supportive and Passionate about everything we do - if you share these values and would like to be part of our growing team then we'd like to hear from you.
  
  As well as a competitive salary, you can also look forward to a great range of benefits including:
• Up to 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas.
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive CPD and teacher training (where applicable).
• TOTUM card for student discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free onsite parking and discounted Plumpton wine.
• Staff discounts on Plumpton courses.
• Free eye tests and a cycle to work scheme.
• Free use of the onsite gym.
Be part of our vibrant and award-winning team, contributing to the future of viticulture education!