Agriculture Lecturer

A Dynamic Environment: With programmes ranging from Level 2 diplomas to BSc Honours degrees, no two days are the same.

Who We're Looking For
We're seeking people who care deeply about the future of the industry. If you have a background in:

Farm management

Biology, science, or animal science

Soil science

Crop and livestock production

Agricultural consultancy or research

Agri-tech or sustainable practices

At the heart of the South Downs, Plumpton College is more than just a place of learning - it's a thriving hub of innovation, sustainability, and opportunity in land and environment education. As our agricultural programmes continue to grow in scope and ambition, we're seeking passionate professionals from the farming and rural industries to inspire the next generation of agriculturalists.

Whether you're an experienced educator or an industry expert ready to make the leap into teaching, now is the time to join a college that's deeply rooted in farming heritage and actively shaping the future of British agriculture.

Why Teach at Plumpton?
Real Impact: Every lecture, field walk, or workshop you deliver helps build confident, skilled, and future-ready professionals.

State-of-the-Art Resources: Our 900-hectare estate includes commercial livestock, arable and dairy enterprises, giving students - and staff - the chance to teach and learn on a real working farm.

Benefits: Support with relocation including possible accommodation in shared staff housing for up to the first six months of employment
Hours: one day per week up to full-time

Sow the Seeds of the Future - Teach Agriculture at Plumpton College
Where passion for the land meets purpose in education, …and want to share your knowledge with engaged and enthusiastic learners, we want to hear from you.

Whether you've taught before or not, if you have the skills and drive to nurture talent and lead by example, you'll find a welcoming and supportive team at Plumpton. We offer teacher training in-house and comprehensive CPD to ensure you are equipped and feel confident to deliver outstanding teaching and learning to the next generation.

Be Part of Something Bigger
At Plumpton College, we live our values-Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, Supportive, and Progressive-in everything we do. You'll benefit from:

We offer a competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including up to 37 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas. Staff are enrolled in the Teacher's Pension Scheme and have access to comprehensive CPD opportunities and in-house teacher training where applicable. As a Disability Confident Committed employer and a signatory of the Menopause Pledge, we are proud to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace.

New colleagues benefit from a structured induction and a supported six-month probationary period, as well as a strong coaching culture with in-house L5 trained coaches.

Employees also enjoy a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits such as eligibility for a TOTUM card and Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking, and an Employee Assistance Programme.