Learning Practitioner - Agriculture

About the role

Do you have a passion for agriculture? An excellent opportunity has arisen for a full time Learning practitioner in Agriculture to join our ambitious team at Northumberland College. We are looking for someone with current industry experience who is eager to impart their knowledge and ignite enthusiasm for sustainable faming, innovative techniques and the vital role agriculture plays in our world. Joins us as an Agriculture Learning Practitioner and play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of agricultural workers and leaders.

The role is based at Northumberland Colleges’ Land-based campus sited at Kirkley Hall, Ponteland. At Northumberland college we are committed to cultivating a generation of forward-thinking individuals who understand the complexities of modern agriculture and are equipped to drive positive change in our communities. As an agriculture Learning practitioner you will have the benefit of utilising our working livestock farm and the extensive woods and natural environments of the Kirkley Estate. You will be at the forefront of agricultural education, inspiring students to understand precision farming technologies and to think critically and innovatively about the food systems that sustain us all.


About the Candidate

The successful candidate will be an experienced, committed, and passionate individual with a strong agriculture background and up to date knowledge of industry. They will teach programmes up to level three and a minimum of a level 3 agriculture qualification is required. Applicants should have minimum of L2 qualifications in Maths and English. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in various aspects of agriculture including livestock management and agribusiness.


About the College

Northumberland College is the only college in the county serving, the communities of Northumberland, offering a diverse curriculum offer from Entry level to Level 6, discrete SEND provision and Apprenticeships. We have three campuses from Berwick near the Scottish Border, Ashington and Kirkley Hall, close to Ponteland and in May 2022, Ofsted rated as a Good provider with Outstanding Personal Development, and are the top Performing Land based College in the Northeast. Over recent years, the College has invested over £14million in new facilities at its sites, including a £2.5 million STEM Centre at its Ashington campus and our Ashington campus will be home to the first pathfinder Gen zero FE College in the UK in 2025/2026


About EPNE

At Education Partnership North East, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, comprising of Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences that help our students to achieve their full potential; and we are ambitious. We are currently the top performing General Further Education college in the North East for 16-19 student achievement and ranked 2nd nationally.

We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group.

As an employer, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where our staff can thrive. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their development and wellbeing.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.


Contact Details

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Bell via Karen.bell@northumberland.ac.uk or 0300 770 6000 x 07375