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Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 01 July 2026

Salary: £26,247 Per Annum

Working Hours: 39 Hours Per Week

Overview:

Salary £26,247 Per Annum

39 Hours Per Week, Monday to Thursday 10.30am to 7pm, Friday 11am to 6.30pm, required to work one weekend every four. 

Join the Hospitality Team at Bishop Burton College

Are you a passionate and skilled cook who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals and creating a positive dining experience? Whether you're currently working in a school, restaurant, café, pub, hotel, care setting, or commercial kitchen, this could be the perfect opportunity to bring your talents to a unique and rewarding environment.

At Bishop Burton College, our Hospitality Team plays a vital role in supporting student life, staff wellbeing, and commercial events across our beautiful rural campus. We are looking for a dedicated Cook to help deliver nutritious, well-balanced meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service.

You may currently be working as a Cook, Chef de Partie, Kitchen Assistant, Catering Supervisor, School Cook, Care Home Cook, or in another catering role where quality, organisation and customer satisfaction are at the heart of what you do.

You'll be someone who:

  • Enjoys preparing fresh, nutritious food for a variety of customers.
  • Takes pride in maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
  • Works well under pressure and as part of a supportive team.
  • Has experience within a busy catering, hospitality, café, restaurant or food service environment.
  • Is organised, reliable and committed to delivering a great customer experience.

Bishop Burton College is one of the UK's leading land-based and specialist colleges, set within a stunning rural campus with excellent facilities. As part of our Hospitality Team, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference to the daily experience of our students, staff and visitors.

In return, we offer:

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to excellent staff benefits and wellbeing support.
  • The chance to be part of a respected and successful college community.
  • A varied role serving students, residential learners, staff, visitors and commercial clients.

If you're looking for a catering role where your work has a genuine impact and no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 05 July 2026

Salary: £27,933-£29,770 Depending on Experience

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Overview:

£27,933-£29,770 Depending on Experience

37 Hour Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (1 hour for lunch)

We are seeking a passionate and creative Events Manager to join our Marketing Team at Bishop Burton College. This role is ideal for an experienced marketing and events professional who thrives on delivering engaging, high-quality activity that supports student recruitment and enhances organisational reputation. You will be highly organised, innovative and confident, with a strong background in planning and delivering events alongside broader marketing and communications activity.

As an Events Manager, you will play a key role in leading the planning, coordination and delivery of a range of events, including open days, applicant events and promotional activities, ensuring they are delivered to a high standard and achieve maximum impact. You will also manage and support marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels, using insight and evaluation to inform continuous improvement. The role requires strong project management skills, the ability to work to deadlines and budgets, and confidence in using social media and marketing tools to engage key audiences.

You will work closely with colleagues across the College, including curriculum teams, Student Services and external partners, to ensure events and campaigns are aligned to recruitment priorities and institutional goals. The role also involves building effective relationships with schools, stakeholders and wider communities, contributing to a positive and consistent College brand experience.

You will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Marketing Team. You will contribute to a creative and supportive environment where ideas are valued, innovation is encouraged and high standards are consistently achieved.

Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College are committed to delivering an outstanding student experience and strengthening their reputation as leading providers of specialist education. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a key time of growth and development, where you can make a real and visible impact on student recruitment, engagement and the wider success of the College.

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 09 July 2026

Salary: £25,327 Per Annum

Working Hours: 39 Hours Per Week

Overview:

Salary £25,327 Per Annum

Monday to Thursday 7am to 4pm and Friday 7am to 3pm

We are looking for an experienced grounds or horticulture professional who takes pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor environments. You could be working in a similar role, contributing to the upkeep of gardens, landscaped areas, or wider estates, and have a practical understanding of grounds maintenance and horticultural practices.

Are you proactive and reliable with the confidence to carry out a wide range of duties including planting, pruning, lawn care, and general grounds maintenance. Are you also experienced in safely operating relevant machinery and equipment, with a strong awareness of health and safety and a commitment to maintaining high standards in your work.

Do you enjoy working outdoors in all conditions and can work both independently and as part of a team. With strong attention to detail and a positive attitude, you take pride in helping to create a safe, attractive, and welcoming environment for all.

Bishop Burton College offers the opportunity to work within a stunning and diverse estate, where your work will have a visible impact every day. As part of our Grounds Team, you will contribute to maintaining and enhancing our campus, supporting both the student experience and the College’s wider activities.

You will join a supportive team that takes pride in delivering high standards across the estate, with opportunities to develop your skills in a unique land-based environment. This is a rewarding role where your contribution will help create a positive and lasting impression for students, staff, and visitors alike.

Location: Riseholme Showground Campus

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 15 July 2026

Salary: £25,327 Full Time Salary, Actual £11,987.66 Per Annum, Pro Rata.

Working Hours: 21 Hours Per Week, 40 Weeks Per Year

Overview:

£25,327 Full Time Salary, Actual £11,987.66 Per Annum, Pro Rata

21 Hours Per Week, 40 Weeks Per Year, Wednesday-Friday 9am to 5pm. 

Support the Next Generation of Scientists at Riseholme College

Are you a science professional who enjoys working behind the scenes to make learning possible? Whether you're currently working in a laboratory, research facility, healthcare setting, pharmaceutical company, food testing laboratory, environmental organisation, agricultural science business, or educational institution, this could be the ideal opportunity to use your technical expertise in a rewarding and varied role.

At Riseholme College, we're looking for a Laboratory Technician to provide high-quality technical and scientific support within our Science Centre. You'll play a vital role in preparing practical sessions, maintaining specialist equipment, supporting teaching staff and ensuring students have access to outstanding learning experiences.

You may currently be working as a Laboratory Technician, Science Technician, Research Assistant, Quality Control Technician, Biomedical Technician, Food Science Technician, Environmental Technician or in another scientific support role where organisation, accuracy and problem-solving are essential.

You'll be someone who:

  • Has a qualification in a science-related subject or relevant laboratory industry experience.
  • Enjoys working with a wide range of scientific equipment and practical resources.
  • Has a strong understanding of laboratory health and safety, including COSHH and risk assessments.
  • Takes pride in maintaining high standards and supporting others to succeed.
  • Is proactive, organised and able to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
  • Enjoys sharing technical knowledge and supporting both staff and students.

As one of the UK's leading land-based and specialist colleges, Riseholme College offers a unique opportunity to work within an innovative educational environment where science is applied across a range of disciplines, including animal management, agriculture, biochemistry, food science and forensic science.

Joining our team means you'll benefit from:

  • Working in a modern and growing science department with a diverse range of practical activities.
  • The opportunity to support and inspire the next generation of scientists and industry professionals.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Excellent staff benefits and wellbeing support.
  • The chance to be part of a respected organisation with a strong reputation for delivering outstanding student experiences.

If you're passionate about science, enjoy solving problems and want to make a meaningful contribution to education, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Closing Date: 28 June 2026

Salary: £32,407 Per Annum

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Overview:

Fixed Term Until July 2027

Salary £32,407 Per Annum

37 Hour Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. 

Are you passionate about animal science, research, and real-world application? Do you want to share your expertise in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment?

University Centre Bishop Burton is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Lecturer in Animal Science to join our growing Higher Education team.

As a Lecturer in Animal Science, you will deliver an engaging, applied curriculum that combines scientific theory with practical learning, preparing students for careers across the animal, veterinary, research, and conservation sectors.

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Salary: £32,407 Per Annum

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Overview:

Fixed Term Until July 2027

Salary £32,407 Per Annum

37 Hour Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. 

Are you passionate about crime, criminal justice, and human behaviour? Do you want to bring your expertise to life in a dynamic and supportive Higher Education environment?

University Centre Bishop Burton is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Lecturer in Criminology to join our growing Higher Education team.

As a Lecturer in Criminology, you will play a key role in delivering an engaging and applied curriculum that prepares students for the graduate employment market.

 

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 30 June 2026

Salary: £32,407 Per Annum

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Overview:

£32,407 Per Annum 

37 Hour Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (1 hour for lunch)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and industry-experienced individual to join our Higher Education team as a Lecturer in Equine.

You will deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across our degree-level provision, supporting students to achieve positive outcomes and progress into graduate employment within the equine sector. You will contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum, participate in quality assurance processes, and play an active role in maintaining an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Location: Bishop Burton Campus - York Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Salary: Full Time Equivalent £26,247

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week, 40 Weeks Per Year

Overview:

Full Time Equivalent £26,247 

37 Hours Per Week, 40 Weeks Per Year

We are seeking a passionate and committed Wellbeing Intervention Officer to join our Student Services team at Bishop Burton College. This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to supporting young people, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive, professional relationships. You will be resilient, empathetic and motivated, with experience of working with young people and a genuine interest in promoting mental health and wellbeing.

As a Wellbeing Intervention Officer, you will play a key role in supporting students to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will provide one-to-one interventions, deliver wellbeing activities and events, and work closely with curriculum teams, parents/carers and external agencies to ensure students receive the support they need. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, contributing to enrichment opportunities, supporting student voice initiatives, and promoting a safe, inclusive and student-focused environment.

Based at our Bishop Burton Campus, you will be part of a dedicated Student Services and Wellbeing team that works collaboratively across the college, and at times across both Bishop Burton and Riseholme campuses. You will contribute to a supportive and engaging environment, helping to ensure that every student feels valued, safe and able to succeed.

Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College are committed to creating an outstanding student experience, with wellbeing, inclusion and personal development at the heart of everything we do. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people, while being supported in your own professional development within a values-driven environment.

Location: Riseholme Showground Campus

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Salary: Full Time Equivalent £26,247

Working Hours: This role is available on a flexible basis between 22.5 and 37 hours per week, working between 37 and 40 weeks per year.

Overview:

Full Time Equivalent £26,247 

This role is available on a flexible basis between 22.5 and 37 hours per week, working between 37 and 40 weeks per year.

We are seeking a passionate and committed Wellbeing Intervention Officer to join our Student Services team at Riseholme College. This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to supporting young people, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive, professional relationships. You will be resilient, empathetic and motivated, with experience of working with young people and a genuine interest in promoting mental health and wellbeing.

As a Wellbeing Intervention Officer, you will play a key role in supporting students to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will provide one-to-one interventions, deliver wellbeing activities and events, and work closely with curriculum teams, parents/carers and external agencies to ensure students receive the support they need. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, contributing to enrichment opportunities, supporting student voice initiatives, and promoting a safe, inclusive and student-focused environment.

Based at our Riseholme campus, you will be part of a dedicated Student Services and Wellbeing team that works collaboratively across the college, and at times across both Riseholme and Bishop Burton campuses. You will contribute to a supportive and engaging environment, helping to ensure that every student feels valued, safe and able to succeed.

Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College are committed to creating an outstanding student experience, with wellbeing, inclusion and personal development at the heart of everything we do. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people, while being supported in your own professional development within a values-driven environment.