Agriculture Lecturer

Permanent full-time Agriculture Lecturer in the Agriculture Department at Askham Bryan College, a specialist land-based college. The post centres on teaching practical and theory-based agriculture to 16 to 19 year olds, with livestock and general farm practice among the subjects. The lecturer also acts as tutor to a designated group, monitoring progress across their programme. A Level 3 agricultural qualification and current industry knowledge are needed;

a teaching qualification is desirable.

• Deliver practical agricultural sessions across a range of disciplines, including livestock and general farm practice
• Teach classroom sessions within your area of expertise
• Support learners to work safely, confidently and professionally
• Act as tutor for a designated group of learners
• Monitor learners' progress and support their development throughout their programme

• Level 3 qualification or above in a relevant agricultural subject

• Practical agricultural experience

• Up-to-date industry knowledge

• Enhanced DBS check
• Disclosure of all convictions and cautions, including spent ones, as a condition of employment
• Online searches as part of pre-recruitment checks

• Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one
• Knowledge of modern agricultural practices and livestock

• Generous pension with generous employer contributions
• 35 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Options for flexible working (role dependent)
• Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
• Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
• Discounted gym membership on site
• Free car parking and cycle to work scheme
• On-site catering including a canteen and shop