Post title: Livestock Specialist Practical Trainer (Reference: SMB587) Hours: 1929.29 annualised hours based on 37 hours per week Salary: £36,172.26 per annum (progressing to £38,377.50) Based at our Brooksby Campus A new opportunity has arisen at the College for a Livestock Specialist Practical Trainer to join the team based at our working farm located within the grounds of SMB College Group’s specialist Land-based Brooksby Campus. Our farm is the home to a heard of pedigree Hereford cattle and we have a flock of North country mules, this role will oversee and grow the provision for our agriculture students and will work closely with our curriculum team to deliver an outstanding learning environment for all students. This role will oversee and deliver high quality practical sessions in our classroom that we call our farm, its also an essential part of the role to work with curriculum departments to feedback and track how students are progressing. Working in this role you will be responsible for the livestock’s welfare, assurance schemes linked to livestock and record keeping in compliance with the law for both cattle and sheep. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to work with young and upcoming future farmers. Passing on and imparting their own skills and behaviours onto our students. New plans to extend our farm buildings and create an excellent learning environment for our learners is at the heart of all our decisions. You will have a passion for innovation, bringing new ideas and embedding new technologies into the learning environment.In return, you can expect the opportunity to work with an organisation that is committed to the ongoing development of its people. We offer a wide range of benefits including: • Career Average Pension Scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays • Onsite free parking at all campuses • Professional development opportunities (including support to achieving a professional teaching qualification) • Employee Assistance Programme • Flexible Working Opportunities • Subsidised Canteen • BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan optionTo apply for this position, please complete a standard application form and email it to HumanResources at smbgroup.ac.uk. Application forms and further details are available online from the College website. Should you wish to have an informal conversation about the roles, the working environment and progression opportunities please contact James Fryer, recruiting manager on jfryer at smbgroup.ac.uk Closing Date: Noon, 19 September 2025 We anticipate that interviews will take place w/c 23/09/2024