Job Description

Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering (Further Education)

Up to \xc2\xa338,763 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

About the Role

• You will be able to inspire students to appreciate and enjoy all aspects of mechanised agriculture, instilling in them a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding.
• You will be joining a dynamic Agriculture Team delivering first class education and training to over 400 agriculture students, our farmers of the future, using our extensive commercial farm and forward-thinking Digital Innovation Farm facilities
• You will be expected to deliver exceptional teaching which will assist students to achieve excellent results within an exam-based qualification.
• You will also deliver BTEC units at level 2 & 3, as well as being a course tutor for a group of students

About You

• You have specialist knowledge in the area of Engineering & Farm Mechanisation

• You will hold a teaching qualification or have a willingness to complete one
• You possess a degree or equivalent in relevant subject area
• Be a strong team player, have excellent administration skills and demonstrate a willingness to engage with external partners and industry
• Be a highly motivated lecturer with experience of providing tutorial support to students being advantageous

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 2023) 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 offer a fantastic package of including:

• 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (TPS)
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development in farm mechanization and engineering-based qualifications
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

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.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 24th September 2023.

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.

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