Lecturer / Course Manager in Forestry and Arboriculture Specialism

Job Title: Lecturer / Course Manager – Academy of Land and Environment (Forestry and Arboriculture Specialism)

Status: Permanent, 37 hours per week

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 28th September 2025

Assessment Centre Date: W/C 6th October 2025

Overview

Reaseheath College based near Nantwich in South Cheshire is a leading provider of land – based education in the UK and has exceptional links with employers and associated businesses. The College has a beautiful rural setting situated amongst 330 hectares of farm, parklands, lake and established woodland.

The Academy of Land and Environment is a vibrant and industry-focused department delivering high-quality education and training in forestry, arboriculture, countryside management, and related disciplines.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Academy of Land and Environment as a Lecturer/Course Manager specialising in Forestry and Arboriculture. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and practical training to a diverse range of learners, helping them develop the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in the land-based industries. The role also includes course management responsibilities, providing pastoral support, and contributing to curriculum development.

Key responsibilities:

·         Deliver outstanding teaching and practical instruction across forestry and arboriculture subjects.

·         Assess learner competence using a variety of methods in line with awarding body requirements.

·         Undertake course management duties including tutorials, pastoral care, and safeguarding.

·         Engage with employers and stakeholders to enhance student recruitment and employment outcomes.

·         Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will:

·         Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Forestry and Arboriculture or a related subject.

·         Possess relevant industry experience and CS qualifications (CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39).

·         Have or be willing to work towards a teaching qualification.

·         Demonstrate strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.

·         Be committed to continuous professional development and inspiring learners.

We can offer you:

·         35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·         Two-week festive/New Year shut down

·         Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%

·         Enhanced sick pay of up to 6 months full pay depending upon service

·         On site gym membership available

·         Pluxee reward scheme

As a College, we actively encourage applications from industry professionals without a teaching qualification, as well as those from qualified teachers. Reaseheath offers a full CPD programme with access to funded qualifications alongside hands on support whilst completing Further Education Training. Industry professionals joining the College in an academic role, will complete their Further Education Training whilst in post.

For more information, please refer to the additional job description.

Please note this role constitutes ‘regulated activity’ as defined by the Protection of Freedom Act 2012. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with barred list information prior to starting employment. You must also have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence to support this. In addition, online checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Reaseheath College is committed to achieving its public sector general equality duty, which is set out in the Equality Act 2010. The College has a clear mission and clear values, which incorporate equality, diversity and inclusion.

The College staff recruitment and selection process, CPD processes, policies and practice are designed to ensure that when employment decisions are made, they are based solely on the skills and qualities required for the position and comply with all relevant employment legislation and best practice standards.

Disability Support

The College is a Disability Confident Employer and will support any reasonable adjustments you require to perform your best during the recruitment process. You can contact the HR team at humanresources@reaseheath.ac.uk should you require any adjustments during either your application or during the assessment centre.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised close date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

We do not accept applications or speculative CVs through recruitment agencies.