Lecturer in Agriculture (Variable Hours)

Lecturer in Agriculture (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre – Lackham Campus

Inspire. Educate. Shape the future of agriculture.

Are you passionate about agriculture and ready to make a real difference to the next generation of farmers, land managers and rural professionals?

Whether you're an experienced lecturer, an agricultural professional considering a move into education, or an industry specialist keen to share your expertise, this flexible opportunity at our outstanding Lackham Campus could be your next exciting move.

You'll join a vibrant land-based learning environment where real-world agricultural knowledge meets hands-on education. You'll help students turn their passion for agriculture into the practical skills, technical expertise and professional confidence they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

We're particularly interested in hearing from professionals with expertise in livestock, arable farming, farm management, agricultural technology, agronomy or the wider agricultural sector.

Please note: This is a Variable Hours position, with teaching hours dependent on curriculum delivery.

🌱 What We Offer

💷 Competitive Hourly Rates

Unqualified: £21.13 per hour + holiday pay
Qualified: £25.34 per hour + holiday pay

⭐ A Great Benefits Package

• Teachers' Pension Scheme – build a secure financial future
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – paid holiday accrued in line with hours worked
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support whenever you need it
• Free On-Site Gyms – available across multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts – save on retail, travel, technology and more
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme – make savings while staying active
• Professional Development – access funded training, development and CPD opportunities
• Additional Perks – including discounted meals, hair & beauty services and local attraction offers

Flexible hours. Meaningful work. A chance to shape the future of agriculture.

🚜 What You'll Do

As a Lecturer in Agriculture, you'll bring your industry knowledge to life by:

• Teaching and assessing students across Agriculture programmes
• Delivering engaging, practical and classroom-based learning
• Sharing current industry knowledge, techniques and best practice
• Supporting students to achieve their qualifications and progress into employment, higher education or further training
• Providing pastoral support, encouragement and guidance
• Helping learners build the confidence and professional behaviours needed for a successful career
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and professional practice

Most importantly, you'll help students understand how the knowledge they gain today connects to the real challenges and opportunities facing agriculture tomorrow.

🌾 What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who can combine agricultural expertise with a genuine passion for developing people.

You'll ideally have:

• A qualification in Agriculture or a related land-based subject
• Relevant industry experience and/or teaching experience
• Knowledge of modern agricultural practices, technologies and developments
• A passion for agriculture and a commitment to inspiring the next generation
• The ability to engage and motivate learners from a range of backgrounds
• A teaching qualification is desirable, but not essential

Don't worry if you're not currently a lecturer. If you've built your career in agriculture and have the knowledge, enthusiasm and communication skills to inspire others, we'd love to hear from you.

🌟 Bring Your Experience. Inspire Their Future.

Agriculture is changing rapidly — from technology and automation to sustainability, food production and land management.

Help us prepare the agricultural professionals who will shape what comes next.

If you're looking for a flexible, rewarding opportunity to share your expertise and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Lackham Campus ¦ 🌾 Agriculture & Land-Based ¦⏰ Variable Hours

Closing Date: 27/08/26

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

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