Lecturer in Agriculture – (No Lecturing Experience Needed) Full Time

Northampton, Northamptonshire
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Lecturer in Agriculture – (No lecturing experience required) Northampton £26,000 – £39,000 + Teachers pension scheme + 44 days holiday + Social activities + CIPD implemented and encouraged + Opportunities for progression + Full training provided + On-site gym + Subsidised catering + Free on-site parking Do you hold a Level 3 qualification in agriculture or equivalent degree? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your existing skills and build upon your career with additional training in subsequent areas? This institute is providing the chance for you to take a step away from the demanding environment that is agricultural engineering and move into the world of assessing. You will be part of a supportive team with a relaxed mindset, through an array of social activities you will become part of the core unit. There is consistent investment as the institute continues to grow their range of courses and specialisations resulting in various opportunities for staff development such as CIPD which is endorsed by the institution. In this role you will be tasked with educating early professionals through level 2 and 3 BTEC in agriculture and farm mechanisation, this will be performed through 1 practical days teaching a week with 2-3 days theory teaching a week. The first year will only include 22 hours a week of actual teaching and you will be able to work from home outside of term time. The ideal candidate will have a level 3 qualification in agriculture or equivalent degree, experience in agronomy qualifications and experience working with livestock, specifically cattle. Any and all experience with mixed farm working through arable, cattle and sheep is key with machinery operation in line with these experiences being also key. This is a great opportunity for someone in the working world of agriculture to take a step away from the industry’s dependant work hours allowing for personal development and the improvement of life at home. This is alongside the opportunity to train the next generation of agricultural professionals in an excellent team with a strong sense of comradery. The role Assessing of early professionals in level 2 and 3 BTEC for agriculture Tutoring and management of courses The development of Arable, Livestock and Farm Mechanisation courses The Person Level 3 qualification or equivalent degree in agriculture Industry experience in Crop, Agronomy or Spraying processes Skills in Livestock management Experience in operation of farming machinery