Dovetail & Slate
Agricultural Engineering Lecturer
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Agricultural Engineering Lecturer
Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering
Location: Preston (On-site parking included) Salary: £28,000 – £31,000 (Unqualified) | Up to £41,000 (Qualified) Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you passionate about merging agriculture with technology? We are dedicated to empowering the next generation of agricultural engineers and are looking for a motivated and visionary professional to inspire and mentor aspiring students, preparing them to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.
We warmly welcome candidates applying directly from the industry. If you have high-level technical expertise but have never taught before, we will provide the necessary support to transition your skills into a rewarding career in education.
About the Role
As a Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of the sector. Your duties will include:
- Inspire & Educate: Deliver engaging lectures and hands-on workshops that ignite innovation and problem-solving in agricultural engineering.
- Mentor Future Leaders: Guide students to think critically, embrace creativity, and lead with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Collaborate & Network: Partner with colleagues and industry leaders to keep our curriculum ahead of industry trends and connect students with real-world opportunities.
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Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum Qualification: A degree (or bachelor’s degree) in Agricultural Engineering or a closely related field.
- Experience: Robust industry experience and proficiency with modern tools and technologies used in agricultural engineering.
- Skills: Strong communication skills to captivate and inspire students.
- Teaching Status: Previous teaching experience is not required. Full teaching qualifications are fully funded for the successful candidate.
Salary & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on current teaching qualifications and experience:
- Unqualified Teacher: £28,000 – £31,000 per annum.
- Qualified Teacher: Up to £41,000 per annum.
What We Offer:
- Generous Leave: A holiday allowance of 42 days plus bank holidays.
- Pension: Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Development: Fully funded teaching qualifications and regular CPD opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and free onsite parking.
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Why Join Us?
We are one of the top five largest land-based and sports colleges in the UK, with a nationally and internationally recognised reputation across Further and Higher Education. Our Higher Education provision is well-established through strong university partnerships, providing a rewarding environment where you can make a positive difference to students’ employability.
More opportunities are available if this role isn’t quite the right fit.
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right-to-work check and—where relevant—a DBS check (Enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check as required).
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Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and Employment Business under UK law.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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