Moulton is a land-based College based in rural Northamptonshire. We offer impressive new facilities, on-site commercial enterprise and a range of FE and HE courses. We are looking for a Lecturer – Animal Welfare & Management to ensure the Animal Welfare department continues to run at a high standard.
Interviews for this role will be taking place week commencing 13 October 2025.
Your duties
You will deliver Animal Welfare courses whilst participating in Curriculum development to meet the needs of changing industrial demand and College development. You will also tutor and manage one or more courses or groups of students and participate in demonstrations and practical activities.
Ideally, we are looking for a candidate able to provide Further Education and Higher Education delivery.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please view the Job Description.
Person specification
Applicants must have a broad range of knowledge and industry experience working with a wide range of animals, including small mammals, exotics and large animals and husbandry experience. Applicants should have an excellent knowledge base and hold a BSc or equivalent in Animal Science or a related subject.
You will hold or be willing to work towards and achieve a Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Certificate in Education) or equivalent. Previous experience of working with young people would be an advantage although not essential. You will have obtained a minimum of grade C or equivalent in GCSE English & Maths, and be able to demonstrate your commitment to ongoing CPD.
Benefits
There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to:
* 44 days' annual leave, including 8 bank holidays **
* A maximum of 5 College closure days **
* Eligibility to join the Teachers' Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%)
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits *
* High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers
* Opportunity for annual volunteering day *
* Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees
* Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members
* A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiatives
* Healthcare cash plan *
* Discounted on-site Gym membership available
* Discounted nursery fees
* Free onsite parking
* Cycle to Work Scheme *
* Eye care vouchers*
* Online payslips
(* Subject to conditions / ** Pro rata for part time)
We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including EDI, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name a few.
How to apply
Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.
To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to ; these are located on the College website at ; Alternatively email to request an application pack.
CV's will not be considered.