Hartpury University has a global reputation for agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing; aiming to provide a unique, high quality experience in a focused and supportive environment, challenging our learners in the pursuit of excellence. We are among the top higher education providers; achieving Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2017) and ranked within the top five in the UK for postgraduate taught student experience (PTES, 2018).

You will lead and develop the Equine Science academic team in delivering outstanding higher education programmes, providing operational oversight and contributing to strategic vision aligned with industry and academic standards. You will ensure an integrated, cross-department approach, prioritising the student experience. You will enhance the student experience, facilitate research and research-informed teaching as well as advance our national and international reputation across our equine provision.

We are looking for a proactive individual who works effectively in team situations, who has a strong background in the university/college sector and an excellent understanding of the equine industry. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to excellence in teaching, learning, applied research and quality assurance. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the ability to manage teams and change effectively.

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team at one of the UK’s leading specialist education providers.  We offer excellent benefits including continuous professional development opportunities, 35 days’ annual leave entitlement, Wellbeing Events, Employee Discounts Scheme, Teacher’s Pension Scheme and lots more.

For an informal discussion please contact Catherine Porter (Head of Department Equine) 01452 702179 or email Catherine.porter@hartpury.ac.uk.

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. 

For more information please visit our website www.hartpury.ac.uk for full details and to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is 27^th November 2019

Provisional Interview date of Friday 6^th December 2019

Hartpury values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.