Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering (Further Education)

Hartpury College is a leading sports and land-based residential college with over 3500 full time Further and Higher Education students studying at our attractive rural campus in Gloucestershire. Hartpury was graded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in May 2018. The overall effectiveness of leadership and management, the quality of teaching, learning and assessment and the 16-19 study programmes all received the highest grade from Ofsted.

A specialist in Agricultural Engineering, you will be highly motivated, student focused and have strong interpersonal skills. You will be expected to deliver exceptional teaching which will assist students to achieve excellent results. You will be able to inspire students to appreciate and enjoy all aspects of engineering, instilling in them a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding and will deliver IMI and BTEC units at Level 3, as well as being a course tutor for a group of students.

The successful candidate will hold or be required to work towards a teaching qualification. You will also be a strong team player, have excellent administration skills and demonstrate a willingness to engage with external partners and industry. Ideally you will possess an appropriate degree and be able to demonstrate a range of practical skills. Experience of delivering Engineering Units within the Further Education sector is desirable.

Excellent opportunities for career development are available as part of this role, including involvement with the rapidly developing commercial farm. We also offer a range of staff benefits including a comprehensive continuous professional development programme, 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, onsite fitness facilities, free onsite parking and lots more.

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. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is the 15^th August 2018.

Hartpury values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.