Lecturer Equine in Cambridge

Location: Cambridge

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: £31,904 - £40,233 per annum

Start date: August 2026

Due to an increase in learner numbers on our equine courses we are looking to recruit an additional Lecturer to support teaching on our programmes from Level 1 to 3. This is a varied role incorporating both classroom and practical elements. As a Course Director for Level 2 learners you'll be instrumental in designing and delivering a contemporary curriculum which will equip the equine specialist of the future with up-to-date skills and knowledge. You'll be able to inspire learners' curiosity and help them to achieve their full potential in a supportive environment.

Not taught in further education before? It doesn't matter. We offer a bespoke training package to all of our curriculum staff tailored to suit their previous experience. We will support you to achieve teaching qualifications if you do not already hold them. Your industry experience is key and will enable you to develop a rich knowledge and understanding of what a career in equine looks like for your learners.

• Hold a relevant degree.
• Either hold, or be willing to obtain, assessor and verifier awards.
• BHS (or equivalent) qualifications would be a distinct advantage.

• Generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff.
• Five College closure days.
• Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time).
• Fee waivers on some College courses.
• Contributory pension scheme with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%).
• Discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (free and confidential).
• Well-being committee and comprehensive training and development.

We pride ourselves on our approach to the work life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities. Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.

CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme. CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).