Job Description

Salary

25,125 - 26,381 pro rata per annum

Location

Doncaster, England

The vacancy

Are you passionate about animal care and education? DN Colleges Group is seeking a dedicated

Animal Management Technician Instructor

to support the delivery of high-quality practical learning experiences for our students. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with learners and staff to ensure the smooth running of workshops and specialist teaching areas.


You'll play a key part in maintaining equipment and facilities, supporting curriculum delivery, and helping students achieve their goals in a safe and engaging learning environment.

Actual Salary: 15,216.55 - 15,977.23 per annum

Working Pattern: Wednesday - Thursday (8:30am - 5:00pm) Friday (8:30 - 4:00pm) / 21.5 hours in a week

Essential Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject Recent experience working in the animal or land-based industry Ability to plan and prepare teaching resources Ability to carry out routine and planned maintenance of equipment Strong communication skills and a willingness to acquire new skills

Key Responsibilities

Supervise learners in practical sessions and workshops Provide guidance and support to learners throughout their course Maintain equipment and specialist areas, including safety inspections and stock control Assist with curriculum development and marketing activities Support purchasing of supplies and services for the department Demonstrate practical techniques and ensure health and safety compliance Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality assurance processes

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary 30 pro rata Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas. Professional development opportunities. Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme. On-site gym & florist (site dependent). Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.

Additional Information

Safer Recruitment:

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.*

Right to Work:

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.*

Closing date: 21st October


For further information about this role, please contact

staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk

.


Join us in shaping the future of animal management education and making a real impact in our community.

About us

At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.


Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally

Our values

This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.


These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.

Ambition

To achieve the highest standards.

Support

A caring, safe and inclusive environment.

Partnership

Collaborative working to achieve shared goals.

Innovation

We use our initiative and are agile in finding creative solutions.

Responsibility

We take individual and collective responsibility.

Equality

We work with integrity and are open, honest and respectful of each other.