Trainer/Assessor - Agriculture

18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

We are looking for a well-motivated Trainer/Assessor with a knowledge of the Agricultural world.

Derby College Farm is a very busy, forward thinking centre. The team are ambitious and proud of their achievements and work environment. We are a small, hands-on and extremely hard working team, striving for excellence at all times, we adopt a professional and industry correct manner and create an environment where the welfare of the animals is our primary concern. We are looking for someone who has experience in animal husbandry in particular lambing, shearing and working with cattle, you should be organised and have excellent interpersonal skills together with a commitment to working effectively as part of a team. 

Your primary focus will be delivering national qualifications, NPTC qualifications including Tractor and Trailer, telescopic fork lift, ATV and other learning programmes within a variety of settings, ensuring achievement of agreed performance and quality targets. You will be expected to strive to maintain above average success rates in all areas, using innovation within your teaching and assessing and utilising e-learning opportunities where appropriate. 

The successful candidate will have proven experience of providing outstanding support for learners and will be flexible, self-motivated and dedicated to student achievement and quality.