Job Title: Teacher of Animal Care
Job Location: Broomfield Hall, Derby
Reference number: E5481
Salary: Up to £40,080 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
The vision of Derby College Group (DCG) is to create world-class, accessible education opportunities that enrich lives and make bright futures a reality for all. DCG is committed to providing educational excellence, championing social mobility and driving economic prosperity. We deliver high-quality academic, vocational and technical education that empowers people to achieve their ambitions while providing employers across the Midlands and beyond with the talented workforce of tomorrow.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teacher to join our highly successful Level 1 and 2 Animal care team at Broomfield Hall.
You will be required to deliver high quality, inspirational teaching which encourages learners to reach their full potential, promoting progression on to higher level courses or preparing them for careers working with animals. The role will require you to deliver mainly the theory aspects of the animal care curriculum across Entry and levels 1 & 2. Someone with a strong background in teaching animal husbandry, health and behaviour would be very desirable.
As part of the Animal Care team, you will be required to participate in the resourcing and preparation of the course delivery and assessment, undertake course administration including setting and reviewing academic targets with learners.
You will take an active part in course related trips and visits, recruitment of learners and supporting the work experience that learners undertake as part of their course as well as ensuring that all college and awarding body standards are met.
The successful candidate will have proven experience of providing outstanding support for learners and be flexible, self-motivated and dedicated to student achievement and quality. Up to date knowledge and experience of animal husbandry including the handling, feeding and behaviour of animals is essential. Experience of delivering the C&G Level 1 and 2 in Animal care is desirable.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact samantha.smith@derby-college.ac.uk
Benefits of working at Derby College:
Development and progression opportunities
Up to 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Various discount schemes
Discounted Little Explorers Nursery onsite
If you are passionate about developing the workforce of the future, then we would love to hear from you – we are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome applications from the whole community.
DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
