Hours: Full time and part time hours considered
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience, this is inclusive of a Market Forces Supplement (pro-rata for part-time))
We are seeking an enthusiastic and industry-focused Lecturer in Machinery and Land-Based Engineering to join our thriving Agriculture department at Coastland College.
This exciting role offers the opportunity to teach and assess across the Agriculture curriculum while playing a key part in the continued development of our agricultural provision. You will inspire and support learners to develop the practical skills, technical knowledge, and professional behaviours required for successful careers within the agricultural and land-based industries.
The Agriculture department at our Kingston Maurward campus benefits from an outstanding learning environment, including a 280-hectare commercially operated mixed farm comprising dairy and sheep enterprises. Staff and learners have access to a wide range of modern agricultural machinery and equipment used across arable, grazing, and parkland settings. This provides endless opportunities to bring learning to life by linking theory directly to practical application, something our teaching team actively champions and encourages.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching that develops learners' confidence and competence in machinery operation, maintenance, engineering principles, and fault-finding. A strong emphasis on health and safety, safe systems of work, and industry-standard practice will underpin all teaching, ensuring learners are fully prepared for both workshop and farm environments. Through hands-on, practical delivery, you will help learners understand the vital role engineering plays in supporting efficient, productive, and sustainable farm businesses.
With a growing student population, strong links with local farming communities, and exciting developments in course delivery, our Agriculture department is committed to shaping the next generation of farmers, engineers, and land-based professionals across the South West.
Teaching qualifications and a degree-level qualification in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, or a related discipline are desirable. Equally important is a passion for developing others and sharing industry expertise in an engaging and practical way.
If you are passionate about agriculture, engineering, and inspiring future industry professionals, we would love to hear from you.
We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates throughout the advertising period.
An additional skills allowance is included in the advertised salary, which may be offered on top of the basic salary (£31,363 per annum) for the successful candidate, depending on their experience and expertise.
What we offer:
Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles)
• Additional 3 efficiency closure days over winter break (not deducted from annual leave) and an additional 4 days over Easter (to be deducted from annual leave)
• Generous Pension Scheme through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Access to Optima Health - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• A person-centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
• Free on-site parking
• Free on-site gym
• Employee discounts at on-site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme and free and confidential staff counselling
The important bit:
Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and so an online search will be conducted for the successful candidates. All new employees to the College are required to complete and obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.
Please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information about the role and what it’s like to be part of our team.
We’re here to help you:
If you have a medical condition or a specific need for an adjustment to our processes, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best – please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that you may need.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
We recognise that talent comes in various forms and so are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and sustainable environment for all, that celebrates diversity. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the job description or you are seeking an alternative working pattern, please apply anyway – you may just be the person we are looking for. All we ask is that you make this clear in your application so that we can take this forward to the next stage of the selection process. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.
We do not engage with recruitment agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Coastland College, with no obligation to pay agency fees.