We are looking for a Lecturer in Equine Studies to join our growing curriculum area. This popular course provision combines a first-class learning experience using our extensive practical facilities on the College estate with the expert knowledge of our staff team. Your duties Main duties will include the teaching and training of students and other client groups to quality standards set by the college, tutoring and management of one or more courses or groups of students, along with development of our equine courses. However, as a flexible team player the successful applicant will also be prepared to teach on other animal courses if required. Further requirements of this role would include participation in internal moderation, auditing and other quality monitoring processes to ensure learners, customers and clients receive exemplary service. Our equestrian students make use of a range of fantastic practical resources as an important part of their course. These include a 60m x 40m indoor riding arena with spectator seating and judges area, stabling for up to 30 horses, an outdoor riding arena, cross-country course and Equine Hydrotherapy Centre. For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification. Person specification You will ideally hold a BHS Stage 3 complete horsemanship or equivalent coaching qualification combined with previous experience of practical groom/competition care and previous coaching experience. You will also have a broad range of knowledge and practical experience in the Equine sector and possess an excellent knowledge base in Equine Health, Fitness, Yard Management. You will be experienced and confident working with young people of varying abilities to develop their competence. Ideally you would hold a degree level qualification in this field, although this is not essential or you may have industry experience which would be equally relevant. The successful candidate must hold or be willing to work towards and achieve a Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Certificate in Education) or equivalent and have a minimum of grade C in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent). For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification. Benefits There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to: 44 days annual leave, including 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part time) A maximum of 5 College closure days (pro rata for part-time) High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 24.7%) /Teachers’ Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%) Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits Opportunity for annual volunteering day Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiative Healthcare cash plan (subject to conditions) Discounted Leisure Centre membership Discounted nursery fees Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme (subject to conditions) Eye care vouchers Online Payslips We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name a few. How to apply Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Moulton College does not discriminate or consider employment on the basis of age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief. Moulton College encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing. To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to jobs@moulton.ac.uk; these are located on the College website at https://www.moulton.ac.uk/work...; Alternatively email jobs@moulton.ac.uk to request an application pack. CVs will not be considered.
