Agriculture Lecturer | Jobs at Think FE

_{28th October, 2025}

Agriculture Lecturer – Northamptonshire
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
Positions: 1x Full-time Permanent, 2x Sessional, 1x Full-time Maternity Cover
Location: Northamptonshire

We’re working with a respected further education college in Northamptonshire to recruit Agriculture Lecturers to teach students up to Level 3 and 4. You’ll cover arable, livestock, and farm machinery – with the flexibility to bring your industry knowledge into the classroom.
This is a great fit for experienced lecturers or those looking to move from the farming industry into education.

What You’ll Need:

Level 4 qualification in Agriculture (HNC or equivalent experience)
Practical experience across arable, livestock, and farm machinery
GCSEs in English & Maths (grade C or above)
Willingness to work towards a teaching qualification (if not already held)
Evidence of recent CPD
Extra qualifications like NPTC Tractor Proficiency, PA certificates, or Telehandler tickets are a bonus

What’s on Offer:

Up to £45,000 salary (depending on experience)
44 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Supportive and experienced land-based education team
Flexible options: permanent, sessional, or maternity cover roles available

Next steps:
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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