Lecturer : Animal Studies

Do you love sharing your passion for zoological science and aquatic life with eager learners? Can you deliver hands:on, practical lessons across levels 1 to 5 to inspire future specialists? Are you looking for an immediate lecturing opportunity at a leading college in Bury St Edmunds? Lecturer in Animal Studies

Location: West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full:Time (35 hours per week) : Temporary until 22nd October

Salary: GBP150 : GBP260 per day (dependent on experience)

Randstad Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Lecturer in Animal Studies on behalf of West Suffolk College in Bury St Edmunds. Running from as soon as possible until 22nd October, this full:time contract (35 hours per week) offers a fantastic opportunity to deliver expert instruction to students passionate about animal care and conservation. As a dynamic Lecturer in Animal Studies, you will deliver teaching across levels 1 to 5, taking on a specific teaching focus within zoological:based modules and aquatics.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver High:Quality Teaching: As a versatile Lecturer in Animal Studies, you will plan and deliver engaging theory and practical sessions to students across Levels 1 to 5.
• Zoological and Aquatics Specialism: Focus on specialized modules including zoological care, enclosure design, aquatic management, and species health and welfare.
• Full Academic Duties: Take responsibility for course delivery, student assignment marking, constructive feedback, and monitoring student progress across various qualifications.
• Practical Facilities Management: Utilize the colleges dedicated animal units and aquatics setups to deliver safe, compliant, and hands:on practical learning.
• Student Support: Foster an inclusive, motivating learning environment that prepares students for higher education or careers within the animal care sector.

Candidate Profile

• We are searching for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic Lecturer in Animal Studies with a strong background in animal management, zoology, or aquatic sciences.
• Holds a relevant degree or higher qualification in Animal Management, Zoology, Marine Biology, or a related field.
• Recognized teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, QTLLS, or QTS) is highly desirable, though experienced industry specialists with strong training backgrounds will be considered.
• Proven track record of working as a Lecturer in Animal Studies or teacher within a Further Education or secondary environment.
• Deep subject expertise in zoological studies and aquatics.
• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: Pay rates reflective of your expertise, paid weekly, alongside access to Randstads wide:ranging benefit schemes.
• A Top:Tier College Environment: Work within the well:resourced, highly regarded West Suffolk College community in Bury St Edmunds.
• Referral Scheme: Earn a GBP300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T and Cs apply).