Job Description

We are now only accepting applications made directly through the Askham Bryan College website. Please use the link below if you would like to apply:

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Job Title: Course Manager Arboriculture

Location: York

Contract Type: Full-time - 37 hours, Permanent

Salary: SP26 30,537 to SP29 33,365

About Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Course Manager with a background in Forestry and Arboriculture or Ecology to join our team here at our York campus. This role will be working full time, 37 hours per week.

We are seeking an individual who will be responsible for the delivery of Arboriculture/ Ecology qualifications and the course management of a course group within the department. Sector experience and knowledge specifically in Arboriculture and/or further education would be crucial.

The successful candidate will deliver a range of units and levels across our provision of both theoretical and practical, receiving high-quality teacher training and personal development opportunities.

Educated to degree level or above in a relevant subject, candidates should hold a teaching qualification. With excellent knowledge of both the theoretical and practical elements of forestry and arboriculture. The role of Lecturer within the department at York offers a fantastic opportunity for the right person to be a central part of our provision, working at a fantastic campus as a key part of our vision 2030 and in doing so, help to secure the future of the industry.

We define the values and qualities that we require from our people using the Askham Bryan College DNA. Hardwired into what we do, our DNA strands ensure that all colleagues are committed to delivering with purpose, taking ownership, building trust and always learning.

We offer an inclusive, dynamic, challenging and rewarding place to work.

Interviews:

tbc

Start Date:

The College operates 2 starter/induction days per month to welcome and onboard new members. These are usually the first Monday and third Wednesday of each month (unless there is a bank holiday).

About the College:

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land-based college based across the North of England with centres in York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Gateshead.

We offer a wide-ranging curriculum to our Further Education students, including Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Management, Countryside and the Environment, Engineering, Equine, Floristry, Motorsport, Outdoor Adventure Sport, Sports Development, Coaching and Fitness, Uniformed Public Services and Veterinary Nursing.

Benefits of working with Askham Bryan College:

On-site facilities including a fully functional farm, equine centre, wildlife park and VR suite Beautiful grounds for outdoor learning, meetings and well-being walks Teacher pension scheme with generous employer contributions 35 days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holiday pro rata, plus Christmas shut down Options for flexible working arrangements (role dependent) On-site catering including a canteen and shop Highly discounted gym membership at the on-site gym Free car parking and cycle to work scheme Excellent career development opportunities via our on-site L&D Partner Continuous support from our Recruitment and Employee Lifecycle Partner Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption pay

Safeguarding Statement

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and partners to share this commitment. The Governors and Staff at Askham Bryan College regard each learner as a unique individual and therefore seek to support learner development in ways, which will foster security, confidence and independence. We recognise that high self-esteem, peer support, a secure College environment and clear lines of communication with trusted adults helps all young people and adults particularly those at risk or suffering abuse. These are regarded as central to the wellbeing of the individual and are therefore seen to be an intrinsic part of all aspects of the curriculum and ethos.

Specific measures relating to pre-employment checks:

We may undertake online searches on internet activity as part of our pre-recruitment checks. We ask applicants for details of any convictions and cautions, regardless of whether these have been deemed as "spent". It is a condition of employment that applicants provide these details. We undertake Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks for prospective employees. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a regulated role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity involving children or vulnerable adults.
Note on "regulated activity": You are engaging in a regulated activity if you:

Will be responsible, on a regular basis in a school or college, for teaching, training instructing, caring for or supervising children or vulnerable adults; Will be working on a regular basis in a specified establishment, such as a school, or in connection with the purposes of the establishment, where the work gives opportunity for contact with children or vulnerable adults; or Engage in intimate or personal care or healthcare or any overnight activity, even if this happens only once
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,537.00-33,365.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NR124