Job Description

Agriculture Instructor
23,810 to 28,227 per annum
(dependant on experience and qualifications)
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About the Role

• You will support FE Agriculture Lecturers in the delivery of Livestock practical based units.
• Demonstrate best practice to our students in accordance with current health, safety procedures.
• Assist with the purchasing of consumables to support the teaching of livestock based subject areas.
• You will co-ordinate and support students on Dairy Duties practical's liaising with FE Lecturers, Students and wider Farm Staff.

About You

• You will be able to demonstrate a range of practical skills.
• You will ideally hold a degree or have relevant industry experience within the agricultural sector.
• Proven ability to work effectively within diverse teams, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent administration skills and confident to engage with industry partners and external stakeholders.
• Highly motivated individual who enjoys all aspects of agriculture, instilling students with a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 27th July 2025.
Interviews will be held on w/c 4th August 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.