Forestry Lecturer
23 days ago
Nantwich
Lecturer / Course Manager – Forestry & Arboriculture • South Cheshire (near Nantwich), • £29,470 - £39,228 (DOE), • Full-time | PermanentAbout the Role A well-established and highly respected land-based education provider in South Cheshire is seeking a passionate Lecturer / Course Manager in Forestry & Arboriculture to join its dynamic Land and Environment department. Set within a stunning rural campus spanning over 300 hectares of farms, parkland, lakes, and woodland, this is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of land-based professionals in a unique and practical learning environment. You will play a key role in delivering engaging teaching and hands-on training, while supporting learners to develop the skills needed for careers in forestry, arboriculture, and related industries. Key Responsibilities • Deliver high-quality teaching and practical training across forestry and arboriculture, • Assess learners using a range of methods in line with awarding body requirements, • Undertake course management duties including tutorials, pastoral care, and safeguarding, • Build strong relationships with employers to enhance recruitment and progression opportunities, • Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiativesAbout You, • Level 3 qualification (minimum) in Forestry, Arboriculture, or a related field, • Proven industry experience within a land-based environment, • Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one), • Strong communication, organisational, and planning skills, • Genuine passion for supporting learners and professional developmentWhat’s on Offer, • 35 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Two-week Christmas/New Year shutdown, • Generous pension scheme (28.68% employer contribution), • Enhanced sick pay (up to 6 months full pay, depending on service), • On-site gym membership, • Employee rewards scheme, • Free on-site parkingApply Now, • This is a fantastic opportunity for an industry professional looking to step into teaching, or for an experienced lecturer seeking a rewarding role in a unique, industry-led setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where your contribution will truly make an impact on young learners’ lives. Not looking for a teaching role? We are also registering support staff, assessors, technicians, and other FE positions including HR, finance, facilities, administrators. We also have a specialist team of interim and senior management consultants with over 20 years’ experience in the sector. "All candidates who register with Reed Further Education will have 2 years’ referencing taken up and will be required to have a DBS check completed. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks - If you are on the Barred List, it is against the law to apply and to be hired for a role that includes regulated activity with the concerned group."