Multi Skilled Farm Worker / Practical Instructor, Agriculture
Closing in 14 days (21 September 2025 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: £43,507 - £46,253 per annum
Employer: University Centre Somerset College Group
Location: Cannington , Somerset,
Contract type: All year round, Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 21 September 2025 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Based at Cannington College
What will I be doing?
The successful candidate will be instrumental in the daily running of the college farm and the delivery of practical teaching sessions, including the farm work experience duties as part of the practical teaching team. This role will work closely with the Farm Manager and associated farm staff to facilitate the efficient and smooth running of the farm.
The role will provide the applicant with the opportunity to remain working in practical agriculture but also assist with the training of the next generation of agriculturalists during term time. The role provides a cohesive link between the farm and the teaching team providing a high quality experience, appropriate to the level of study and to best current industry practice.
The post holder will be joining the colleges Rodway Farm team, whom pride themselves on their commitment to constantly improving and developing the farm as a commercial entity as well as a teaching and learning environment.
What is in it for me?
UCS College Group offer a range of fantastic employee benefits including:
- Generous pension scheme
- Competitive holiday entitlement
- Dedicated CPD days
- 2 wellbeing days
- 2-week Christmas closure
- Opportunities for hybrid working
- On-site discounted gym
- Free parking
UCS College Group discount package, this includes top retailers, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment packages and much more!
Supporting documents and information
UCS College Group is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are also a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. We encourage everyone to apply who wishes to and we believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity