Lecturer in Uniformed Protective Services (FE)

Permanent

Starts early August 2026

About the Role

• You will be expected to deliver exceptional teaching on our BTEC Level 3 UPS programmes which will assist students to achieve excellent results. There may be the possibility of delivering on some other BTEC Sport and Outdoor Activities courses.
• As a personal tutor, you will advise and guide individuals in their progress, success and career aspirations.
• Inspiring students to appreciate and enjoy all aspects of the relevant industries, you will instil in them a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding

About You

• Hold a teaching qualification or have a willingness to complete one.
• Possess a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Be able to demonstrate experience of delivering on the new Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 3 BTEC in UPS within the FE sector would be advantageous
• It is desirable that applicants hold relevant National Governing Body Awards in land-based activities. These are to include Walking (Mountain Leaders Summer Award), Climbing (Climbing Wall Instructor Award) and hold a valid First Aid qualification.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 35 days annual leave entitlement
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (TPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.  A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

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 further information and to apply online please click on the Apply Now button or call the number to the right of this advert to request documents by post.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

It is our policy that we do not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful with their application. Therefore if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, we regret that you have not been successful on this occasion.