Agricultural Engineering Lecturer - Rodbaston in Penkridge

Employer: South Staffordshire College

Location: Penkridge, Stafford

Pay: £32,753.97 to £45,524.92 per year, Teachers Pension, Sick Pay, Onsite Parking

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: Yes

Closing Date: 01/04/2026

About this job:

Job Reference: HR2526-077

Status / Hours: Permanent / 37 hours per week

Grade: Grade 6-9 SP 25-37

Salary: £32,753.97 - £45,524.92 per annum / dependant on qualifications & experience

Location: Rodbaston Campus

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted; CVs cannot be considered. We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering to join our dynamic team, delivering high-quality teaching across a range of Level 2 & 3 programmes. Based in our well-equipped agricultural engineering workshops, this role involves delivering a blend of practical and theoretical sessions. We are looking for an innovative educator who can design and deliver engaging lessons that inspire and challenge learners, helping them to develop both technical skills and a deep understanding of the subject. You will be responsible for following agreed schemes of work, assessment plans, and student monitoring procedures to ensure learners achieve and exceed their target grades.

We welcome applications from individuals with a strong background in the agricultural engineering industry. You may not have teaching experience yet, but if you have a passion for sharing your knowledge and supporting the next generation of engineers, we’d love to hear from you.

• A relevant professional qualification in Agricultural Engineering or a related field.
• Industry experience within the agricultural or land-based engineering sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate and support young learners, monitoring their progress and helping them succeed.
• A commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.
• Confidence in using technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• A teaching qualification is not essential, but you must be willing to work towards one in line with current regulations.

If you bring energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for agricultural engineering and education, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To find out more about this great opportunity visit our recruitment portal here to apply and view the job specification. All applications must be received by: Friday 20th March 2026. Interview date to be confirmed.

What you can expect from us:

We care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.