Lecturer in Agriculture in Warwick

Lecturer in Agriculture I Vacancy ID: CS12355

Location: Moreton Morrell College, Warwickshire
Salary: £27,841-£41,299 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hours: Normally 37 hours per week

The opportunity

Are you passionate about agriculture and keen to share your industry knowledge with the next generation of agricultural professionals?

Moreton Morrell College is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Agriculture to join its team. This is an opportunity to combine practical farming experience with education, helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed to progress within the agricultural industry.

Whether you already have teaching experience or are an experienced agricultural professional looking to move into education, this role offers the opportunity to develop your teaching career with support and training from the college.

Moreton Morrell College and WCG

Warwickshire College Group (WCG) is a well-established further and higher education provider operating across Warwickshire and Worcestershire. Its aim is to deliver high-quality learning experiences that develop students' skills, improve career prospects and meet the needs of industry.

Moreton Morrell College specialises in land-based education and is recognised for its agricultural innovation, operational farm, equine therapy centre and focus on sustainable construction.

WCG is committed to delivering education that makes a difference, supports regional prosperity and prepares learners for successful futures.

The role

As a Lecturer in Agriculture, you will contribute to the delivery of agricultural programmes, sharing your practical knowledge and experience to support students throughout their learning journey.

You will help develop engaging learning materials, plan and deliver teaching sessions, assess student performance and maintain accurate records. You will also contribute to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring students learn in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

The position offers an opportunity to combine your agricultural expertise with the development of future talent entering the sector.

Key responsibilities

• Teaching and learning: Contribute to the delivery of agricultural courses and support students in developing their knowledge and practical skills.
• Planning and preparation: Develop appropriate teaching resources, learning materials and course documentation.
• Assessment: Assess student work, maintain accurate records and contribute to the planning and monitoring of student progress.
• Administration: Complete course-related administrative duties in line with college requirements and guidance from the Head of School.
• Quality assurance: Participate in internal verification where required and take part in the college's lesson observation process.
• Health and safety: Maintain a safe working environment for students, colleagues and visitors, following relevant legislation and college policies.
• Safeguarding: Promote and protect the welfare of children and at-risk adults.
• Examinations: Assist with examination invigilation during busy periods, with training provided where required.
• Professional development: Maintain your professional knowledge and undertake relevant training to support your development as an educator.

What are we looking for?

The successful candidate will bring a strong agricultural background, practical industry experience and a genuine interest in helping others learn.

Essential qualifications and experience

• A degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Agriculture.
• GCSEs at grades A-C, or equivalent qualifications, in Maths and English.
• Practical working experience within the UK farming sector.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery.
• Experience in combinable crop production.
• Strong administrative, organisational and IT skills.
• A willingness to undertake teacher training if not already qualified.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

Essential skills and personal qualities

• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach, with the drive to achieve targets.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues and industry organisations.
• The ability to motivate yourself and others.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ambition to contribute to both personal development and the continued success of the college.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusive learning and widening participation.
• An understanding of safeguarding and the welfare of children and at-risk adults.
• The ability to demonstrate behaviours that reflect the college's core values.

Desirable experience

• Previous teaching experience at the relevant level and within the relevant subject area.
• Knowledge of livestock production systems.
• Working knowledge of IT applications, including email, the internet and other software

Teaching qualifications and training

You do not necessarily need to hold a teaching qualification when applying.

WCG provides a supportive training pathway for new colleagues. Student-facing staff will undertake an eight-week Teaching Essentials course as part of their induction. Those who are not yet teache0r-qualified will receive guidance from the Quality Department and follow a tailored route towards the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET).

Benefits include

• 48 days of annual leave, comprising 35 days' leave, eight statutory bank holidays, four Christmas college closure days and an annual Relaxed Day.
• A comprehensive training and development programme.
• Pension schemes.
• Free on-site gym and car parking.
• Health and wellbeing support through Wellbeing@WCG.
• The option to join a voluntary Health Shield health cash plan.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Free annual flu vaccination voucher.
• Free will-writing service.
• Discounted college courses and hair and beauty treatments.
• Leadership and management development opportunities.
• Paid Carer's Leave for eligible employees, in line with the college's provisions.

Eligible further education teachers in the first five years of their FE teaching career may also qualify for a levelling-up premium payment, subject to the relevant eligibility criteria.

Location and working arrangements

The principal place of work is Moreton Morrell College, Warwickshire. There may be occasions when you are required to work at other premises where WCG provides services.

Please note:

Moreton Morrell is a rural location with limited public transport, so applicants will need their own transport to travel to and from the site.

The role is permanent and full-time, with normal working hours of 37 hours per week.

Safeguarding and pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be required to complete the relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, barred-list check, satisfactory references, right-to-work verification, qualification checks, occupational health clearance and other applicable checks.

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and at-risk adults.

To apply

*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for. *

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