(Trainee) Agricultural Engineering Lecturer

(Trainee) Agricultural Engineering Lecturer

Agricultural Engineering Lecturer - no teaching experience required

Full Time Permanent

Lancashire

Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 per annum + £6,000 Levelling Up Payment (tax free)

Are you an experienced agricultural engineer looking for a better work life balance? Or perhaps you're ready to step away from the tools and pass your knowledge on to the next generation? This is a fantastic opportunity to transition from industry into education with a highly regarded, well resourced college in Lancashire, known for its excellent student behaviour, strong calibre of learners and supportive environment. It's widely considered one of the best colleges to work at locally, with a clear focus on quality and continuous improvement. With recent restructuring, improved financial performance and a strong trajectory towards a higher Ofsted rating, this is an exciting time to join.

The Role

You will deliver Agricultural Engineering to Level 3 students, combining practical workshop based learning with classroom teaching. Your industry knowledge will play a key role in preparing learners for careers in modern agricultural engineering. This is a hands on teaching role where real world experience is highly valued.

Ideal Background

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant specialism
• Strong experience working with agricultural machinery such as tractors and combine harvesters
• Knowledge of diesel systems, hydraulics and pneumatics (tickets highly desirable)
• A passion for developing the next generation of engineers

No teaching experience? No problem - full training and support will be provided.

Teacher Training & Support

• Fully funded Level 5 Teaching Qualification (apprenticeship route)
• 1.5 hours per week of protected study time
• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities

What's in it for you?

• Teachers' Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
• 42 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• £6,000 Levelling Up payment (tax free)
• Time off in lieu for trips, open days and additional activities
• A genuinely supportive team and high quality student cohort

The College

This is a respected and ambitious land based college in Lancashire with a strong reputation for student behaviour and outcomes. Following its most recent Ofsted (2023), the college has undergone significant positive change, including course optimisation and financial investment, positioning it strongly for an improved inspection outcome and future growth.