Lecturer in Horticulture

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Horticulture to provide high-quality teaching and learning to our Horticulture students aged 16-18 years and 19+ adults.

The ideal candidate will be delivering and assessing to the appropriate examination body standards across Levels 1 and 2 on a range of subjects related to Horticulture, including but not limited to Amenity Horticulture, Plant Science, Propagation, Soil Science, Machinery, Landscaping and Ecology, and basic Garden Design principles.

The post holder will provide high quality teaching on the College’s Horticulture courses and ensure the effective learning of students being taught. This will involve preparing and delivering stimulating lessons, setting goals that stretch and challenge all students, monitoring and assessing student progress, giving feedback and consistently demonstrating the positive attitudes, values and behaviours which are expected of students. They will be supported by a team of practical instructors and technicians with regards to the provision of practical learner activities and ensure that all requirements and regulations relating to health and safety are adhered to at all times.

Applicants should possess a Degree, HND or other relevant qualification in a related discipline. We welcome applications from experienced Lecturers and from those with recent relevant industry experience who are interested in passing on their skills to others. If you are a horticulture enthusiast with the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge students and if you are able to impart knowledge and develop understanding that promotes a love of learning and develops intellectual curiosity, we want to hear from you.

The actual salary for this role is £14,405 - £15,945 for Unqualified Lecturers and £16,823 - £22,197 for Qualified Lecturers, inclusive of London Weighting.

Capel Manor College offers generous annual leave, access to 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. Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members 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. We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged.