Job Description

? Are you driven by the chance to lead an innovative and forward thinking curriculum offer? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
Come and join us at Moulton College where we have been running Landbased courses since 1921. To support our growing student numbers we have extensive facilities and a large estate including a commercial farm covering over 450 hectares; with beef, sheep and arable enterprises and a dedicated Countryside Centre.
Your duties
As an inspirational leader you'll be responsible for providing an outstanding student experience through high quality teaching, learning and assessment. You will ensure high rates of student success and satisfaction. You will embed equality and quality while ensuring the curriculum is relevant and refreshed through strong links with a range of employer partners. You will be keen to develop and grow the provision to further success.
Person specification
Ideally you will have a relevant landbased qualification and/or experience in a relevant agriculture or countryside specialism. Additionally you may have experience in the broader range of landbased subjects including equine, horticulture, arboriculture or floristry. You will be able to demonstrate a record of achievements in teaching and learning and evidence the successful implementation of innovative curriculum developments. You will be an outstanding communicator and at ease liaising with a number of internal and external stakeholders to progress key plans. You will be able to identify opportunities and turn these ideas into reality.
Benefits
There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to:

• 44 days' annual leave, including 8 bank holidays **
• A maximum of 5 College closure days **
• Eligibility to join the Teachers' Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits *
• High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers
• Opportunity for annual volunteering day *
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees
• Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members
• A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiatives
• Healthcare cash plan *
• Discounted on-site Gym membership available
• Discounted nursery fees
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme *
• Eye care vouchers*
• Online payslips

(* Subject to conditions / ** Pro rata for part time)
We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including EDI, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name a few.
How to apply
Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.
To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to jobs@moulton.ac.uk; these are located on the College website at ; Alternatively email jobs@moulton.ac.uk to request an application pack.
CV's will not be considered.

Skills Required