Lecturer in Equine, Fixed Term Until August 2027
Fixed Term Until August 2027
£27,981 to £32,407 Full Time Equivalent Per Annum, Depending on Qualifications and Experience
24 Hours Per Week, Monday and Tuesday -5pm, Wed and Thur -3pm (one hour for lunch)
Are you passionate about the equine industry and ready to inspire the next generation of learners? Riseholme College is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Equine Lecturer who can bring industry experience, energy and creativity into the classroom and practical learning environment.
This role would suit someone who may currently be working within a competition yard, riding school, rehabilitation centre, stud, livery yard or wider equine industry and is now looking to share their skills and knowledge within education. Whether you are already teaching or looking to move into a lecturing role for the first time, we would love to hear from you. If you do not currently hold a teaching qualification, the College will fully support you in obtaining one alongside your role.
Working closely with the Equine department at Bishop Burton College, you will deliver engaging practical and theory-based sessions, support students throughout their studies and help prepare learners for successful careers within the equine industry. You will join a supportive and experienced team that is passionate about high-quality teaching, student success and industry excellence.
Students benefit from outstanding industry-standard facilities including large indoor and outdoor arenas, specialist teaching spaces, commercial yard environments and access to a wide range of horses to support hands-on learning. Riseholme College offers a unique opportunity to combine your industry expertise with education in a rewarding environment where you can make a genuine difference to young people and their future careers.
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.
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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 for DSE users
- 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 UK's points-based immigration system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 9th June 2026
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. As this is a position of trust, the successful candidate will be required to disclose any criminal convictions and will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), barring (where applicable), reference, qualification and health checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is an equal opportunities employer.
