Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Livestock Instructor to join our Agriculture Department at Berkshire College of Agriculture team to cover maternity on a part time fixed term basis starting in September 2025.Livestock InstructorThe position of Livestock Instructor is a fixed term Maternity Cover until July 2026. The role involves working 24 hours per week on a term-time only contract (40 weeks worked per year). This position has a start date of September 2025The Livestock Instructor position is primarily focused on enhancing the learning experiences of students in agriculture, particularly in practical competence related to livestock.Reporting to the Head of Agriculture, the instructor will be responsible for demonstrating, instructing, and assessing learners within the agriculture curriculum, managing livestock, and maintaining high standards of animal welfare.You should be competent in the handling, control and management of various livestock species found in farming within the UK.The instructor will ensure safety and compliance with college regulations, particularly in health and safety protocols. Common responsibilities across all staff include maintaining professional competence, engaging in training, and ensuring a discrimination-free environment.The job requires a recognized qualification in a relevant specialization, strong practical skills in livestock management, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups. The position might require remote work and adheres strictly to the college's risk management and health and safety policies.For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.About UsThe Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Slough and Langley, Windsor, Strode’s-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.Our staff benefit from:- Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes- Free on-site parking at all sites- Cycle to Work Scheme- Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance- On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria - Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Slough and Langley CollegePlease be advised that the vacancy will close on 23rd April 2025.Interviews will be held on 30th April 2025.To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.*Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
