Agriculture Lecturer – Livestock (Maternity Cover)

We’re looking for someone with real-world agricultural experience to help train and inspire the next generation of farmers. The ideal candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable with the ability to translate industry experience into meaningful teaching. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in livestock farming who is ready to support and inspire learners aged 16-18 as they prepare for careers in the agricultural sector.

About the Role

You will:

• Deliver engaging and practical lessons in livestock, machinery, agri-science and associated units to FE learners (primarily Level 1–3).
• Support students in developing essential hands-on skills using our on-site commercial mixed farm (dairy and sheep).
• Contribute to the planning and assessment of vocational qualifications such as BTEC, or T Level pathways.
• Work closely with the Farm Manager to integrate seasonal farm activities into the teaching programme.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to help learners progress into employment or further training.

What We’re Looking For

• Practical experience in livestock farming or animal husbandry.
• A relevant Level 3 qualification in agriculture or a related subject or above.
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one, which we will support).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A learner-focused approach with the ability to motivate and engage young people.

Why Join Us?

• Access to a 280-hectare working farm with modern facilities.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration and learner success.
• Opportunities for CPD and in-house teacher training (Level 3 and 5) with a dedicated mentor.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people entering the agricultural industry.

For an informal discussion about the role, the qualifications needed or your suitability, please call Marie Taylor on 01305 215000, option 1, extension 1005 during normal working hours.

The college doesn’t hold a sponsorship licence therefore we are not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.

Status: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday with Flexibility to meet business needs.

Salary: Highly Competitive

Campus Location: Kingston Maurward, Dorchester

Status: Fixed-term until May 2026 or the post-holder’s return (whichever is sooner), with potential to become permanent.

To Apply:

Please visit the website for the full Job Description and College Application Form.

Applicants for this position must complete an employment application form. CVs may be submitted but only in support of a fully completed application form.

We are not accepting CVs at this stage from Recruitment Agencies.

Please return the completed application Form by email to recruitment@kmc.ac.uk

The Closing Date for Applications: Monday 21 July 2025 at 12 noon

Proposed Interview Date: To be confirmed

We reserve the right to close this position before the published date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Kingston Maurward College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

The College welcomes applications from people with a disability and will offer interviews to all those who are able to reasonably fulfil the criteria outlined in this Job Description. If applicants with a disability shortlisted for interview require any assistance in attending please contact the College’s Human Resources Manager in order that alternative arrangements are made.

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Following receipt of completed application forms, if you have not heard from the College within 2 weeks of the closing date regrettably you will not have been short listed on this occasion. All short-listed applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date or no later than 3 days prior to the interview date (where an interview date is specified).

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