Skills and Employability Lead

Location

Cirencester, GL7 6JS

Grade 7 : A GBP 13,844 – A GBP 16,425 (based on A GBP 34,610 to A GBP 41,064) per annum depending on experience

Permanent, part‑time (14 hours per week)

Flexible working options considered

The Royal Agricultural University RAU has been at the forefront of agricultural education for over 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land:based sector.

The Skills and Employability Lead will support students and recent graduates to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for successful career progression. This role is central to strengthening the Universitys employability provision and supporting strategic priorities including Graduate Outcomes, student success and widening participation.

The work of the Skills and Employability Lead will be cyclical in nature, in line with the university calendar. Careers guidance and coaching and student support will be prioritised during semester time; the semester breaks will focus on forward planning, progressing and promoting the Universitys employability initiatives.

• Support students and recent graduates in skills development and career planning
• Deliver careers and employability learning sessions
• Promote the Universitys employability initiatives throughout the academic year
• Report to the Head of Enterprise and Employability and collaborate with the Academic Services directorate

• Postgraduate qualification in Careers or a similar discipline
• Experience of developing and delivering careers and employability learning sessions
• Knowledge of Graduate Attributes and employability as they relate to University students

• The RAU is set in beautiful surroundings and offers a range of Staff Benefits including a 35:hour working week
• A generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts)
• Pension scheme
• Free and guaranteed parking on campus
• Discounted catering facilities
• Discounted onsite gym
• Free library services
• Employee assistance programme
• Occupational health and counselling services
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff development opportunities

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Ryal Agricultural University, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application:

Sunday 22 nd March 2026

Friday 10 th April 2026

The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under:represented within the RAU at this level