Lecturer in Agriculture
* Annual Salary: competitive
* Location: Essex
* Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week
We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Agriculture to join our team at Essex. This role involves teaching primarily Agriculture subjects to students on full-time, part-time, and short courses. You will also contribute to the management, assessment, and recruitment of students, ensuring their academic and personal development.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Deliver theoretical and practical sessions primarily to FE students, including those aged 14-16.
* Act as a manager for a group of full-time students, providing guidance and support on academic and personal development.
* Assist in the development of Functional and Key Skills Entitlement in preparation for exams, portfolios, and overall student success.
* Implement administrative procedures to support academic practice, including maintaining records of training, lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessments.
* Deliver or assist in the delivery of evening, weekend, and holiday courses as appropriate, up to a maximum of 23 hours per week.
* Participate in the planning and development of relevant courses and programmes.
* Actively engage in student recruitment and assist in raising the profile of courses at Writtle College.
* Attend technical updating courses regularly and maintain a record of continuing professional development according to CPD requirements.
* Comply with Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR requirements in all working practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in teaching Agriculture or a related field.
* Ability to manage and support students' academic and personal development.
* Strong organisational skills to handle administrative duties and course planning.
* Commitment to continuous professional development.
* Knowledge of and compliance with Data Protection, Equity Diversity and Inclusion, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Sustainability policies.
Benefits:
* Professional development opportunities through regular technical updating courses.
* Participation in a dynamic academic community.
* Opportunities to contribute to the development of innovative educational programs.
* To apply for the Lecturer in Agriculture position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
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