We are looking for an individual to join our Business & Management Department at Hartpury University.
1. You will aspire to ensure the continuous improvement of the student experience, teaching and learning excellence, and have clear appreciation of industry application and impact in the curriculum
2. The candidate will support wider business curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
Hartpury University values student experience and outcomes, as such the successful applicant should be able to positivity evidence this within their application.
About You
3. You will have a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent, and bring with you experience of the applied equestrian business management industry. We are interested in those with experience in equestrian business, specifically project management, public relations, marketing, sales, event management and hospitality
4. You will have a higher education teaching qualification or professional recognition (e.g. FHEA/SFHEA or equivalent) or a commitment to complete one within one year
5. As a business academic, your experience of working in applied contexts will enable you to develop and contribute to teaching and learning activities across a range of general business and management modules
6. You will be committed to creating a high-quality student experience, evidenced through a focus on excellence within teaching and learning. A record of active scholarship and knowledge exchange is essential
7. You will also have a clear appreciation of the connectivity between theory and practice and the ability to foster industry partnerships to develop placement links for our students
8. You will be able to contribute across the wider department and demonstrate a flexible skill set
We offer a fantastic package of including:
9. Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
10. 35 days annual leave entitlement
11. Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
12. Generous pension scheme (TPS)
13. Employee Discounts Scheme
14. Onsite fitness facilities
15. Cycle to Work Scheme
16. Support for continuous professional development
17. Flexible working opportunities available
18. Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
19. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.