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Teacher in Agriculture (2025/LD099)

East Durham College · Peterlee · County Durham

Job description

Join one of the region’s leading land-based education providers and help inspire the next generation of agriculture professionals.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Agriculture Teacher with industry expertise, particularly in livestock production, to deliver an ambitious and engaging curriculum across a range of agricultural programmes. As a course leader, you will play a key role in shaping students’ learning experiences, supporting them to achieve outstanding outcomes and develop the skills needed for successful careers in the industry.

About the Role

You will:

  • Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across agriculture programmes.
  • Develop engaging lessons that inspire and challenge students.
  • Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback and support achievement.
  • Lead and coordinate allocated courses, including quality assurance and assessment activities.
  • Contribute to curriculum development aligned to current and future agricultural industry needs.
  • Build strong relationships with employers, schools, parents and industry partners.
  • Support student recruitment through interviews, events and information, advice and guidance activities.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve teaching, learning and student outcomes.

About You

You will have:

  • A degree or recognised industry qualification in Agriculture or a related subject.
  • A recognised post-16 teaching qualification.
  • Significant industry experience, particularly within livestock production.
  • Experience of teaching and assessing learners in a formal educational setting.
  • Strong organisational, communication and IT skills.
  • A passion for agriculture and a commitment to developing future industry professionals.
  • NPTC qualifications in machinery operations (ATV, Telehandler or Tractor Operations) are highly desirable.

What we offer:

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About this school

East Durham College

Further education · 16 plus · Ages 14–99

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Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2RN

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Salary
Qualified: £31,000 to £41,000 Unqualified: £28,000 to £29,500
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
22 October 2026
Closing date
25 December 2026

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