Animal Management Vocational Trainer

About the role:

Animal Management Vocational Trainer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Vocational Trainer within our Animal Management team at our Banbury Campus. You will be responsible for delivering quality teaching and learning across courses and in supporting the raising of standards in accordance with the Corporate Aims and Strategic Objectives of the College.

Teaching will predominantly be across the Level 1, 2 and 3 Pearson Animal Management qualifications, with focus on planning and delivering Project Based Learning. Key aspects of the role focus on animal husbandry, behavioural enrichment, student research projects and assisting the Keeping Team in maintaining and refurbishing enclosures within the animal collection. This role also includes the effective delivery and assessment of Pearson Level 3 Practical Animal Husbandry.

This is a permanent, part-time role working up to 29.5 hours per week (0.80 FTE) based at our Banbury College.

You will be enthusiastic and motivated and carry a minimum of level 4 qualification in an Animal Management subject or similar recognised qualification within the animal management field as well as experience of working in a Zoo Licensed Collection with a variety of animal species.

You will have a teaching qualification or willingness to work towards a recognised qualification. Ideally, you will have work experience within a Further Education environment and teaching on BTEC, T Level and other City and Guilds qualifications. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with students at all levels to ensure you are maximising individual strengths to set them up for success.

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards
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  Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups
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  Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits
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  Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development
  : continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
• Teaching Support
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  Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes
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  Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
• Generous Annual Leave
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  Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Competitive salaries
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  Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities
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  Free…