Head of Land-based

Head of Land–based

Location of the Job: East Yorkshire

The Company: Our client is a prestigious land based Further Education provider who offer a wide range of subjects, all of which are of the highest standards. As well as College Level (Further Education) and University Level (Higher Education) courses, they also offer apprenticeships and short courses.

The industry: Further Education

The Job Role Details:

As the Head of Land–based you will manage the delivery and future development of the land–based curriculum areas inline with the colleges overall land–based strategy. This will include the development of new and existing provision, improving effectiveness in the use of resources, achievement and outcomes whilst establishing effective relationships with the team.

*The following list of duties and responsibilities is not meant to be exclusive*

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and maintain curriculum plans, staffing timetables and financial planning

Student Recruitment
Manage lecturing team (land–based and engineering)
Staff recruitment, inductions and training
Drive and advocate the land–based sector
Manage the activities of lecturers and course teams to ensure effective organisation, compliance and delivery of outstanding teaching
Manage and maintain Staff and Student morale
Duty manager responsibilities as part of a rota with other managers
Deliver a teaching schedule within specialist subject area
Contribute, organise and attend college events; e.g. open days, parent's evenings, careers events etc.The Ideal Head of Land–based will have:

Level 5 or above Teaching qualifications
Related degree or equivalent qualifications
English and maths at level 2 or willingness to work towards
Relevant industry qualifications
Experience of successful curriculum development/innovation
A thorough understanding of the issues within Further and Higher education
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Knowledge of Child Protection Issues
Can do attitude
Effective communicator
Passion and personal interest in the land based sectorAdditional Information: This is a permanent, full–time position.

Salary Package: A basic salary of GBP47,061 per year

Plus Benefits: Uplifted pension scheme, Progression opportunities, Fantastic culture, 35 Days holiday + many more

How to apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to;

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.

Agricultural and Farming Jobs are an established specialist Agricultural Recruitment business with offices based in rural Worcestershire. We have a specialist and dedicated Headhunting Recruitment Division as well as a specialist Jobs Advertising Division. We recruit specifically for all roles within the Agricultural industry and support the recruitment needs of all related clients including; Farms, Agricultural Machinery, Fresh Produce, Food, Horticultural, Equestrian, Finance and Veterinary companies on an International basis. We offer an exceptional service with a personable, yet highly professional approach