Description:
Are you passionate about animal care and education? We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Animal Management Lecturer to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and support learners, helping them develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to succeed in the animal management industry.
You will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across a range of further education courses, working both in the classroom and practical settings such as animal care units. Our learners are at the heart of everything we do, and you will play a key role in supporting their progress, achievement and overall experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality teaching, learning and assessment sessions
- Supervise students in both classroom and practical animal care environments, promoting independence and safe working
- Monitor student progress, provide timely feedback and implement strategies to support achievement
- Contribute to curriculum development, including course materials and programme improvement
- Participate in recruitment activities, open events and community engagement to promote the provision
- Support the pastoral needs of learners, ensuring a positive, inclusive and student-centred environment
- Maintain accurate records, including assessment tracking and individual learning plans
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement of programmes
Essential Criteria
- Significant industry experience in animal management (minimum 5 years)
- Relevant qualification in animal management (Level 3 or above) and subject expertise
- Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- Experience of delivering or supporting teaching and learning in an education or training environment
- Strong communication, organisational skills and a commitment to delivering high standards for learners
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary
- Enrolment onto the Teachers Pension Scheme – 28.68% Employers contribution
- 35 Bookable annual leave days pro-rata, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.
- On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
- Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops
Additional Information
- Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
- Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.