Salary: Up to £35,496 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Full time | Permanent
Inspire the next generation of animal care professionals.
About The Role
You’ll plan and deliver engaging lessons that bring learning to life—combining theory with hands‑on experience in our excellent animal management facilities. You’ll guide students to achieve their best, supporting them to gain the skills, confidence and knowledge needed for further study or employment in the sector. Working closely with a dedicated team of animal care professionals, you’ll contribute to curriculum development, share good practice and continuously improve the student experience.
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver lessons in animal studies.
Support student learning, assessment and progression.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design and pedagogic improvement.
Provide feedback and guidance to students.
Qualifications
* A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant subject area.
* Experience in Animal Science, Applied Zoology or a background teaching Secondary Science (open to other specialisms).
* A teaching qualification or willingness to gain one with support.
* Industry experience and up‑to‑date specialist knowledge in animal studies.
* Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
* Genuine passion for helping students succeed.
Benefits
Competitive salary and a generous benefits package including up to 37 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas.
Teacher’s Pension Scheme, comprehensive CPD opportunities, in‑house teacher training and a structured induction with a supported six‑month probationary period.
Access to a Disability Confident, Menopause Pledge signatory environment, and inclusive workplace. Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits such as a TOTUM card, Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of the onsite gym, cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Regular networking events, active EDI and Sustainability committees and social events at Christmas.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time if the level of response is sufficient.
Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and to pursuing non‑discriminatory policies and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.
Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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