Overview
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Location: Shuttleworth College – Old Warden
Salary/Benefits: Between £26,780 and £31,415 per annum DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time
Exires: 10/10/2025 23:59
Role
Role: Practical Instructor – Agriculture
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Practical Instructor in Agriculture to join our Land and Environment department at The Bedford College Group. As a Practical Instructor, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Practical Instruction & Student Support – Deliver hands-on training in agricultural machinery, animal care, and crop management, ensuring sessions meet individual learning needs and vocational standards.
* Curriculum Delivery & Assessment – Develop practical teaching schemes, assess learner competence, provide feedback, and contribute to internal verification and awarding body requirements.
* Resource & Area Management – Prepare and maintain practical learning materials and equipment, ensuring all workspaces are clean, safe, and hazard-free in compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Team Collaboration & Events – Work closely with technical staff, support marketing and recruitment events, and participate in team meetings to contribute to departmental goals.
* Compliance & Professional Development – Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety standards, while actively engaging in training and development to maintain professional effectiveness.
About You
* Qualifications & Certifications – Holds a Level 3 qualification in Agriculture or a related land-based subject, with tractor and forklift competency certificates, and GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
* Practical Experience & Industry Knowledge – Brings recent hands-on experience in the land-based sector, including working with agricultural machinery, farm animals, and crops, with strong knowledge of husbandry and UK industry practices.
* Health, Safety & Compliance – Demonstrates a solid understanding of safe working practices, relevant legislation, and health and safety requirements, with a commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries.
* Skills & Professionalism – Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of delivering high-quality learning experiences. Skilled in communication, teamwork, and using IT for documentation and record-keeping.
* Flexibility & Commitment – Holds a valid driving licence and is willing to travel and work flexibly across locations. Committed to continuous learning, equality, and promoting the College’s values and reputation.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Organisation & Safeguarding
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
Vision & Values
* Valuing Teamwork
* Improving Continuously
* Student Centred
* Inclusive
* Open and Caring
* Nurturing Education Excellence
Interviews to be held: To be confirmed (TBC)
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