About the Role

This is a part-time, fixed-term role: 14.8 hours per week until 31 August 2025.

We are looking for a teacher/assessor to join our team; the successful candidate will deliver off-the-job training to our apprentices, fully delivered remotely. This role is a part-time, fully remote position. A significant proportion of our apprentices are employed in the animal science sector, industry experience within this field is an advantage.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality and engaging sessions, ensuring they meet the needs of the apprenticeship standard and the qualification. You will also assess learners and keep up-to-date assessment records.

The School of Animal Care and Land Management is a growing and aspirational department based at Temple Newsam in Leeds. Our team consists of a Head of Department, Deputy Head, Programme managers, Teachers, learning support assistants (LSA), pastoral coach, and Instructor/Technician. Our team works to support our learners in achieving their full potential and vocational qualifications or apprenticeships.

What You Will Do

• Plan and deliver high quality off the job training to animal care apprentices at level 2 and 3.
• Develop and adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of learners.
• Assess and provide feedback on student progress.
• Support learners in achieving their educational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all college policies and procedures.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall learning experience.
• Ensure off the job training records are compliant with the requirements set out in the apprenticeship standard.

About You

You should be qualified to a level 3 or above with a recognised qualification. Experience within the animal science sector and experience delivering/assessing apprentices is a distinct advantage. As this role is a fully remote position candidates should have strong digital skills to allow them to be successful in this position.

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about their subject and has a demonstrable commitment to using their expertise to create an excellent teaching and learning experience for our learners.

You don't need to be a qualified teacher or assess, we will support you in achieving the necessary qualifications.

Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff 39 days
  • Academic 44 days
  • Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements