Farm Instructor

3 weeks ago


Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom Sparsholt Full time

Agricultural Training Specialist

At Sparsholt, we are seeking an experienced Agricultural Training Specialist to join our Farm team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality training and instruction to learners in practical agricultural and farm skills.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in agriculture, with a keen interest in supporting and developing young people. They will also be willing to attain a Level 3 Award in Education & Training qualification and undertake an in-house development programme to provide the necessary skills and competencies to deliver instruction sessions.

The role provides a great opportunity to progress into full-time instructing or lecturing if that is your longer-term career aspiration. We offer a competitive salary, on-site accommodation, and a range of benefits, including eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme and access to an employee assistance scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality training and instruction to learners in practical agricultural and farm skills
  • Support and develop young people in the agricultural industry
  • Attain a Level 3 Award in Education & Training qualification and undertake an in-house development programme
  • Work closely with the Farm Manager to develop and implement training programmes

Requirements:

  • Strong background in agriculture
  • Keen interest in supporting and developing young people
  • Willingness to attain a Level 3 Award in Education & Training qualification and undertake an in-house development programme
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • On-site accommodation
  • Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Access to an employee assistance scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
  • Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
  • Flexible Working Policy
  • Holiday entitlement of 22 days (rising to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus Public and Bank Holidays along with college closure days at Xmas
  • Access to an employee assistance scheme
  • On-site gym
  • Facility to purchase Sparsholt produce
  • Ability to access a range of CPD events
  • Support with undertaking professional qualifications
  • Active Staff Association
  • Career path to progress into full-time Instructing/Lecturing roles
  • Various food outlets and eateries


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