At a Glance
- Tasks: Instruct students in hands-on agricultural skills and practical teaching.
- Company: Join a diverse team at a leading agricultural education institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension contributions, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while sharing your passion for agriculture.
- Qualifications: HND level qualifications in agriculture or strong practical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About The Team
Our Agriculture and Business Management team brings together a diverse group of professionals with expertise across farming systems, agribusiness, sustainability, and commercial strategy. The team combines practical industry experience with strong academic and technical knowledge, ensuring a well‑rounded and forward‑thinking approach to agricultural education and business development.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a practical and enthusiastic Teaching Instructor to support the delivery of NC, HNC, and HND Agriculture courses based near Aberdeen at the Ferguson Building and the local college Sunnybrae farm. This role plays a key part in developing students' hands‑on agricultural skills through both classroom instruction and practical teaching. The successful candidate will deliver NC & HNC classes covering areas such as machinery operation, farm maintenance, and workshop skills. This is a part‑time role of 7 hours per week, term time only.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will have relevant vocational qualifications at HND level (SCQF level 8) in a relevant subject, such as agriculture or animal science, and/or have strong practical agricultural experience. Good people skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills are also required. The successful candidate must be able to work both independently, and with other team members, to ensure that accurate results are delivered to agreed deadlines.
Eligibility for Sponsorship
This role does not meet the eligibility for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For non‑UK nationals please check your eligibility prior to applying for the role.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted RAC Membership
- Generous family leave
- Flexible working patterns
- Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
- Tailored investment in individuals' learning and development
EEO Statement
SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.
Teaching Instructor in Agriculture employer: SAC COMMERCIAL LIMITED
SAC COMMERCIAL LIMITED is an excellent employer for those passionate about agriculture and education, offering a supportive work culture that values hands-on teaching and practical skills development. Located near Aberdeen, employees benefit from generous annual leave and enhanced pension contributions, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and engaging environment.
