Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering

Salary: £26,387 - £51,931 / year

Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering
Application Deadline: 9 August 2026

Department: Agriculture

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Gelli Aur Campus

Compensation: £26,387 - £51,931 / year

DescriptionDo you have industry experience in agricultural engineering and a passion for sharing your knowledge? Join our dedicated team at Gelli Aur Campus, one of Wales' leading land-based education centres, and help equip learners with the technical skills, confidence and practical experience they need for successful careers in the agricultural engineering sector.

Working within a well-established curriculum team with strong links to industry, you'll deliver high-quality teaching across Level 2 and Level 3 programmes, combining classroom learning with hands-on practical training in our purpose-built engineering workshops and specialist facilities.

What you'll be doingAs a Lecturer in Agriculture Engineering, you'll:

• Deliver engaging classroom and practical teaching across Agriculture Engineering programmes.
• Assess learner progress and provide high-quality feedback to support achievement.
• Act as a personal tutor, supporting learners throughout their educational journey.
• Develop innovative teaching resources and contribute to curriculum development.
• Work closely with employers and industry partners to ensure our provision reflects current industry practice.
• Promote a safe learning environment, ensuring all practical activities meet health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to learner recruitment, open events and wider curriculum activities.

About youWelsh Language Requirements:

• Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable
• Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable

(See detailed language descriptions here )

Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

You'll be passionate about developing future talent and committed to delivering an outstanding learner experience. You'll ideally have:

• A relevant degree or equivalent higher-level qualification.
• A Level 3 qualification in an agriculture-related subject.
• A recognised teaching qualification, or the willingness to achieve a PGCE within two years (full support will be provided).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for practical, hands-on learning.
• Current industry knowledge and a commitment to continuous professional development.

We understand that applying for a new role is an important decision, and we're committed to keeping candidates informed throughout the recruitment process.

We anticipate shortlisting applications during the week commencing 10th August 2026, with interviews expected to take place on 17th August 2026. If you would like to arrange an informal visit, or to find out more, please contact Tom.braddock@colegsirgar.ac.uk.

Why join us?At Coleg Sir Gar, you'll become part of a passionate team delivering high-quality land-based education at our outstanding Gelli Aur Campus. You'll work with excellent facilities, strong employer partnerships and learners who are preparing for exciting careers within one of Wales' most important industries.

In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, generous annual leave, membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 28.68%, excellent opportunities for professional development and training, staff wellbeing initiatives, and a range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing. Whether you're an experienced lecturer or looking to take your first steps into teaching from industry, we'll support you to develop your career and make a lasting impact on the next generation of agricultural engineers.

Apply today and help inspire the future of agricultural engineering in Wales.