Posted: 15 June
The role
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Job Title: Lecturer in Horticulture
Status: Permanent, 37 hours per week
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 28th June 2026
Assessment Centre Date: To be confirmed.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer in Horticulture with a specialism in soft and hard landscaping to join the Academy of Land and Environment. The successful candidate will play a key role within our well‑established horticulture department, delivering high‑quality technical and practical education to learners at Levels 2 and 3 and contributing to the continued development of our curriculum offer.
Key responsibilities:
Plan, develop and deliver academic and practical teaching and assessment across Level 2 and Level 3 City & Guilds Horticulture programmes.Lead and guide learners to achieve high levels of success through engaging, industry‑relevant teaching and assessment practices.Act as Course Manager for designated student groups, supporting retention, achievement and learner progression in line with College procedures.Implement quality assurance processes to ensure consistency, validity and high standards in teaching, learning and assessmentDevelop links with industry and external stakeholders to enhance curriculum relevance, employability outcomes and commercial opportunities.The successful candidate will:
Have significant and successful industry experience within horticulture, including demonstrable skills in soft and hard landscaping and machinery operation.Hold a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and relevant industry qualifications, with strong practical competence.Possess effective communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate learners, colleagues and external stakeholders.Be committed to delivering inspirational, high‑quality education and supporting continuous improvement within the department.Either hold a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one with College support.We can offer you:
47 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution up to a maximum of 28.68%Funded teacher training worth up to £7,000Enhanced maternity and adoption payEnhanced sick payEmployee Assistance Programme Pluxee reward schemeFree on site gym membershipOnsite Starbucks along with multiple restaurant and cafe outlets Access to a multitude of external benefits through local businesses to the Cheshire areaSpecalist equipment reflecting industry practice Safeguarding Statement
Reaseheath College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
