Lecturer in Animal Science (higher education)
£32,407 Per Annum
37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30-5pm, Friday 8.30-4.30pm, 1 Hour Lunch Break
Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of learners and shaping high‑quality educational programmes? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lecturer to join our team, taking a leading role in delivering outstanding teaching, curriculum development, and student support within your specialist area.
In this rewarding role, you will act as Programme Leader for designated courses, working collaboratively with colleagues to design, deliver and continuously improve engaging learning programmes. You will prepare and deliver high‑quality lessons, create effective learning materials, set and mark assessments, and contribute to examination design. A commitment to supporting students’ progress is essential, including monitoring achievement, maintaining accurate records, and providing regular feedback to help learners reach their full potential.
You will work closely with curriculum managers to maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, support student discipline and morale, and ensure all quality assurance processes—such as course reviews and self‑assessment—are fully met. The role also includes developing strong links with industry partners, awarding bodies and external verifiers, ensuring that teaching reflects current sector standards and best practice.
As part of the wider college community, you will participate in marketing activities, open events, and key annual college showcases such as Lambing Sunday and Open Farm Sunday. You will embrace new learning technologies, contribute to curriculum innovation, and engage in ongoing professional development to maintain subject expertise.
If you are committed to excellence in teaching, enthusiastic about curriculum development, and motivated to help students succeed, we would love to hear from you. Join us and make a real difference in an engaging, supportive and forward‑thinking college environment.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Teachers Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 50 days leave including 35 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
- 15% Discount on Tickets at East Yorkshire Buses
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Thursday 19th February 2026
Interview date: Friday 27th February 2026
