Hartpury College and University Centre is one of the UK’s leading land-based and sports educational establishments. Our stunning specialist campus covers more than 360 hectares and is located near to both Gloucester and Cheltenham.

Today it has more than 1500 students working towards foundation degrees, honours degrees and postgraduate qualifications in equine, sport and animal and land studies. 

Hartpury also offers A Levels and BTEC Diplomas to more than 1600 full time students, as well as professional courses in leadership and management, teaching and training, animal care, dog grooming, equine studies, land-based studies, first aid and health and safety.

Our Values:

Hartpury University and Hartpury College is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality. One of our values is promoting respect for all. This means we treat all people with courtesy and respect, involve and listen to others and show consideration and empathy for their wellbeing.

We value others for their contribution, irrespective of personal differences, and actively encourage diversity and inclusion, good employment practice and a positive working and learning environment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

Hartpury is committed to promoting a Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Values: diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves.

Find out more about Equality, diversity and inclusion

Hartpury College was established after World War II as an agricultural education centre with only 50 students. Today, we have more than 3500 with record numbers of students studying at both the College and the University Centre.

The College remained relatively unchanged until 1990, when a new Principal initiated a rapid expansion programme, starting with the provision of a larger variety of College courses.

Hartpury has had the acorn as its symbol for over 20 years. More than just a reflection of the beautiful countryside that surrounds us, it symbolises the potential that lies within us all.

Hartpury provides everything the acorn will need to grow - the best facilities, the best staff, and the best environment to support students’ ability to grow strong. 

We want Hartpury to be a place where you are happy and proud to work and for us to be considered an employer of choice in both local and specialist markets.

Employing more than 500 staff, we offer career opportunities to match your aspirations, whatever your expertise and ambitions. From academic positions to technical, management and administrative roles, you’ll find opportunities at every level. Hartpury College is an equal opportunities employer.

We offer a superb rural environment and excellent facilities in which to work, plus we’ll support, nurture and reward you with an excellent range of benefits, from training and development to childcare vouchers and flexible working.