Teaching Instructor in Livestock Handling and Management
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £30,586 i £35,379 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 26 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | AB21 9YA |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | SRUC |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | REQ0454-62309 |
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About The Team:
School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences.
The first new School of Veterinary Medicine in Scotland for 150 years.
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) has developed an innovative new School of Veterinary Medicine & Biosciences. We have a clear ambition to ‘promote the resilience of our graduates to sustainably support the animals and rural communities at the heart of Scotland’s Natural Economy’.
Wayne Powell, SRUC Principal and CEO. ‘We are an ambitious institution with a bold vision for the future. This is a ground-breaking model to expand access to educational opportunities and broaden the range of potential students who would not ordinarily be able to attend a School of Veterinary Medicine. It will also help solve existing skills shortages across Scotland’.
The Opportunity:
SRUC is seeking a dedicated Teaching Instructor in Livestock Handling and Management to deliver high‑quality, hands‑on practical instruction to students across a range of veterinary and animal-related programmes. Working between the Ferguson Building and the School’s practical teaching facilities, you will play a vital role in developing students’ practical competencies, ensuring they gain the skills and confidence needed for academic success and future careers within the veterinary, animal health and rural sectors. This role will work closely with academic staff to deliver core skills training in cattle, sheep and horses, as well as working with the Large Animal Technician to ensure appropriate care and management of these animal groups.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver practical and classroom-based teaching within the livestock units at Sunnybrae Farm.
- Support accredited and work-based training programmes within the School.
- Provide demonstrations, guided practice and learner support.
- Prepare and maintain teaching resources and practical materials.
- Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Assist with assessments, marking and record‑keeping.
- Assist with the management and care of the teaching animals alongside the Large Animal Technician and Clinical Skills Team
- Participate in the out of hours rota providing care for the teaching animals outside of teaching times.
- Drive farm machinery and minibuses as required.
If you’re enthusiastic about practical teaching and enjoy working in both classroom and farm environments, we’d love to hear from you.
Minimum Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be educated to at least HND level SCQF Level 8 in a relevant discipline or have equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
For full person specification please download the job particulars before you apply for the role.
Eligibility for Sponsorship:
Please note that this position does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.
Why work for SRUC?
- Generous annual leave
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted RAC Membership
- Generous family leave
- Flexible working patterns
- Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
- Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development
How to Apply:
Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply” or visiting Jobs at SRUC
Please read the Job Particulars document before applying.
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- Generous annual leave
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