Overview
UHI Argyll offers further and higher education in one of the most geographically fragmented areas of Scotland. We are an academic partner of UHI, which operates through a partnership of twelve colleges and research institutions located throughout Argyll, the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire.
Salary range: £41,833 pro rata (appropriate scale of the national pay scales for college lecturers)
Duration: Fixed Term – 1 year
Working hours: Part Time – 0.19 FTE (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays)
Location: Bowmore, Islay
Closing Date: Sunday 26th July
Responsibilities
Starting in August 2026, this post is to teach Nat 4 Rural Skills to school link students on Islay. You will be expected to develop any additional materials required for the teaching of these units, and to store the learning and teaching materials within college technology systems. All training will be provided.
Units to be delivered:
- J16174 Estate Maintenance: An Introduction
- J16274 Land-based Industries: An Introduction
- J16374 Employability Skills for Land-based Industries
- J16674 Crop Production: An Introduction
- J16774 Soft Landscaping: An Introduction
Qualifications
You must have achieved a minimum of a SCQF Level 5 qualification and have industry experience in rural or estate work. Experience of teaching would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Additional Requirements
The post is also subject to an application to join the Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
Lecturer – Rural Skills (UHI Argyll) employer: University of the Highlands and Islands
UHI Argyll is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead curriculum and quality initiatives in a picturesque and diverse region of Scotland. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, this role promises both professional growth and personal fulfilment. Join us in shaping the future of education in Argyll while enjoying the benefits of working within a supportive academic partnership.
Contact Details:
University of the Highlands and Islands Recruitment Team
