About your role:
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of land-based engineers?
Join our dynamic Agriculture Department as a Lecturer in Land-based Engineering, home to a thriving 280-hectare mixed commercial farm (dairy and sheep), where learning is hands-on, and the connection between theory and practice is at the heart of everything we do. With access to a wide range of machinery and diverse landscapes—from arable fields to parkland—our learners benefit from real-world experience that prepares them for the future of farming and engineering.
As our student numbers grow and our curriculum evolves, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Land-based Engineering specialist to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons and practical sessions across a range of levels.
We are committed to investing in you:
We know that specialists in this field don't come along every day, so we want to invest in those that do. That's why this role comes with a £7,000 Market Forces Supplement, fully funded teacher training, and exceptional support to help you transition into (or develop within) teaching. Whether you're already in education or coming straight from industry, we’ll invest in you.
We’re also open to full-time or part‑time arrangements, and can discuss relocation support and on‑site accommodation to help you make the move.
What you’ll be doing:
• Teaching land-based engineering and machinery-related units with a strong practical focus
• Collaborating with our Farm Manager to integrate real-time farming operations into your teaching
• Inspiring learners through hands-on experiences and industry-relevant content
• Supporting students’ development with a flexible, positive, and motivating approach
What we’re looking for:
• Significant vocational experience in land-based engineering or agricultural machinery
• Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills
• A passion for teaching and developing young people
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification (desirable)
• Teaching qualifications (desirable—but we’ll support you to gain them!)
Contractual Details:
Hours: Ideally, we are looking for a full-time candidate to work 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday, but we will consider a job share for part-time candidates.
Salary: £38,363 to £43,352 per annum (pro-rata for part-time hours) depending on qualifications and experience which includes £7,000 per year Market Forces Supplement (pro-rata for part-time)
If you share our values and have the ambition to join us on our journey to continued success, we would love to hear from you.
Who we are:
Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester. As a newly united organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.
We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming
With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region. From A-Levels to vocational courses and land-based studies to Apprenticeships, we have one purpose: to inspire our students and apprentices for individual success beyond expectation, ensuring that they are future-ready and prepared for today and tomorrow’s world.
Our supportive and dedicated community of staff place our students at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every learner thrives.
What we offer:
Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles)
• Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter to be taken out of your holiday allowance.
• Generous Pension Scheme through either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) / Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) depending on your role
• Access to Care First - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• A person-centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
• Free on-site parking
• Free on-site gym
• Employee discounts at on-site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre.
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling
The important bit:
Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.
Please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information about the role and what it’s like to be part of our team.