We have an exciting opportunity for a well organised and self-motivated Arboriculture Lecturer / Short Course Trainer based at our Houghall Campus (with an expectation that you will be able to work across all 3 sites) on an hourly paid basis.

Main Duties of the Role:

Due to continued growth in our arboriculture curriculum, we are interested in receiving applications from well organised and self-motivated individuals vocationally qualified to deliver either Level 4/5 in Arboriculture and/or NPTC Certificates of Technical Competence in land-based specialism.

We are interested in receiving applications from those wishing to work wither on a contracted or a self-employed basis.

The successful candidate will join a strong and supportive team delivering a varied blend of practical and classroom sessions from our Houghall Campus in Durham City. While previous experience of teaching adults would be an advantage, the college provides a strong mentoring programme for those with industry experience wishing to move into teaching and with the commitment to offer our learners an outstanding learning experience.

Essential Requirement:

Minimum of a level 4 in land-based specialism OR Certificates of professional competence relevant area.
Level 2 Maths and English or above.
Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards.

What we offer:

Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 23.68% employer contributions
Free Gym Membership.
Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
3 days paid emergency leave per year.
Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs
Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon
Free onsite parking
On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa)
Cycle to work scheme and much more.

The College is home to a genuine and supportive community of students and staff - we believe you won’t find a more supportive and friendlier college.

And that support leads to some great results. A high proportion of our students progress successfully into further or higher education, apprenticeships or employment.

Students at East Durham College also develop their confidence, self-esteem and work-related skills - developing good employability skills and enhance their future opportunities.

We also have a strong focus on helping students to make a positive contribution to their communities through the community project aspect of our exciting tutorial programme. The work of our students and our Students’ Union also helps a wide range of charities and community action projects. In fact, our 14-16 Engage provision was shortlisted for the 2020 Tes FE Awards in the Contribution to the Local Community Award category.

We have a key focus on supporting students in their journey on to employment or further forms of education and training, building upon the positive and life-changing experience of studying at East Durham College.

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