Job Description

Head of Department; FE Animal Management

\xc2\xa346,666 - \xc2\xa354,800 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK\xe2\x80\x99s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,000 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 20 in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2022) and has 96% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community \xe2\x80\x93 a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .

About the Role

• You will support the Director and Deputy Principal in providing operational and strategic management of the vocational provision within FE Animal Management.
• You will provide professional leadership to teaching and support staff within the department to ensure standards are met and exceeded with regards to best practice within the sector.
• You will be responsible for staff within your department regarding HR practices, including recruitment and performance management, as well as monitoring student retention, attendance and achievement.

About You

• You will have a degree in a relevant discipline and/or significant relevant industry experience.
• You will hold a teaching qualification.
• You will also be able to demonstrate department or course leadership experience within a college or school context.
• You will have a commitment to high quality teaching, and a proven record of establishing and maintaining highly effective industry links.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (TPS)
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th July 2023

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

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