Role: Lecturer – Animal Sciences
Location: Shuttleworth College – Old Warden
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, 45 days annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses. Note – Salary and annual leave is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.
Hours/Weeks: 22.5 hours per week – 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time
About the role:
We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Animal Sciences to join our Animal Sciences department at The Bedford College Group.
As a Lecturer, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
• Teaching & Curriculum Delivery – Deliver engaging lessons on Animal Science HE courses, develop schemes of work, and create innovative learning materials that meet awarding body standards.
• Student Support & Progress Monitoring – Track student progress, provide feedback and reports, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain a high-quality learning experience tailored to individual needs
• Quality Assurance & Course Leadership – Lead course meetings, implement quality processes, contribute to course reviews, and collaborate with the HS Department to maintain academic standards.
• Professional Engagement & Development – Participate in marketing, student recruitment, curriculum development, and maintain industry knowledge through CPD and collaboration with Advanced Practitioners.
• Safeguarding, Compliance & Additional Duties – Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety standards; support new staff as a mentor (if qualified); and carry out other duties as required by leadership.
About you:
• Qualifications & Education – Master’s degree in an animal-related subject; GCSEs in English and Maths (A–C or equivalent) or willingness to achieve Level 2 within one year.
• Sector Experience & Knowledge – Practical experience in the animal management sector, current industry knowledge, and recent teaching experience with diverse learner groups.
• Teaching & Curriculum Skills – Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning across FE and HE levels, contribute to curriculum development, and demonstrate strong teaching and administrative skills.
• Professional Attributes & Values – Strong interpersonal and communication skills, commitment to College values (Student Focus, High Performance, Respect, Openness, Honesty), and ability to work collaboratively and professionally.
• Safeguarding, Flexibility & Development – Commitment to safeguarding, CPD, flexible working, health and safety awareness, and willingness to travel across College sites.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE CertEd information.
Interviews to be held: 29 September 2025
