Professional Short Course Lecturer​/Assessor

Professional Short Course Lecturer/Assessor

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint a Lecturer/Assessor in Professional Short Courses to provide high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment to our students.

• Deliver and assess courses at Levels 1 to 3 across a range of horticulture and arboriculture subjects, including Amenities Horticulture, Plant Science, Propagation, Soil Science, C & G NPTC Machinery, Landscaping and Ecology, and Garden Design.
• Prepare and deliver stimulating lessons, setting goals that stretch and challenge all students.
• Monitor and assess student progress, give timely feedback and consistently demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours expected of students.
• Collaborate with practical instructors and technicians to ensure the effective delivery of practical learner activities.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and maintain a safe learning environment.

• A Degree or other relevant qualification in a related discipline.
• Experience as a lecturer or in industry, with a passion for teaching and developing the next generation of horticulture professionals.

Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment. As London’s environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land‑based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London’s wildlife, national parks and green spaces.

Capel Manor offers generous staff benefits, including annual leave, a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP.

At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. All staff members are expected to share and uphold this commitment.

Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Early application is therefore encouraged. We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list.