Lecturer in Horticulture

Job Description

Lecturer in HorticultureFull Time, Permanent 36 hours, 52 weeks per yearSalary: £24,129-£26,762pa salary for unqualified lecturers £28,235-£37,243pa salary for qualified lecturers Salaries inclusive of London WeightingRegents Park with travel to all CentresCapel Manor College is the only College in London that aims to deliver outstanding and inspirational and environmental land-based learning opportunities across the Greater London region. Our most recent Ofsted report rated the College “good” with good effectiveness of leadership and management. Aspiring to excellence, the College has an excellent reputation for quality, is financially strong and has continuous growth in student numbers. Fundamental to the College’s forward-thinking strategy is support for the environment and food supply in Greater London and the southeastWe are seeking to appointan experienced Lecturer in HorticultureThe successful candidate will be delivering and assessing to the appropriate examination body standards across Levels 1 to 3 a range of subjects related to Horticulture, including but not limited to Amenity Horticulture, Plant Science, Propagation, Soil Science, Machinery, Landscaping and Ecology, and Garden Design.The ideal candidate will deliver to our full-time students at Levels 1, 2 and 3 and to adults on part-time Level 1 and 2 programmes.They will take responsibility for learner progress monitoring & tracking, Individual Learning Plans and holding regular tutorials and provide specialist advice and guidance relating to horticulture activities and developments.Support curriculum planning, development and support within the School is required as is the research and produce course materials to meet the needs of all learners.They will liaise with horticulture practical instructors, technicians and internal staff with regard to the provision of practical learner activities and ensure that all requirements and regulations relating to health and safety are adhered to at all times.What’s in it for youWe offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme and full access to Capel Gardens.Equality, diversity and inclusionWe are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support. We particularly welcome applicants from groups currently under-represented in senior roles, including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), people with disabilities and from the LGBTQ community.SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures.Please press APPLY and we shall send your our application link.Closing Date: 29 September 2020 Interview Date: TBC