BTEC Animal Care Tutor

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC624339
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £13,487 - £15,036 per annum)
Work Location: Staunton Farm, Havant
Hours per week: 21
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 October 2027 (Term-Time only)
Closing Date: 21 July 2026

Inspire the next generation of animal care professionals in one of Hampshire’s most unique learning environments.

Set within the stunning grounds of Staunton Farm, part of Hampshire County Council’s Countryside Service, this is an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for animal care with teaching and learner development. Home to a diverse range of animals, beautiful walled gardens, the largest glasshouse on the South Coast and over 1,000 acres of beautiful historic parkland, Staunton Farm welcomes more than 150,000 visitors every year.

Our vibrant Education Team plays a vital role in connecting people with animals, nature and learning, delivering engaging educational experiences to over 10,000 school children annually. As a BTEC Animal Care Tutor, you'll help shape the future workforce of the animal care sector, delivering inspiring, hands-on learning in a truly exceptional setting.

The Role:

• Deliver inspiring, interactive, and educational sessions for students and visiting groups.
• Promote meaningful engagement with animals, animal welfare, and the natural environment.
• Act as a professional ambassador for Staunton Farm, ensuring a welcoming and high-quality experience for all visitors.
• Support teachers and group leaders to maximise learning outcomes during visits.
  
  

Teaching Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the BTEC Animal Care specification.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and resources that integrate theoretical knowledge with hands-on animal care.
• Deliver teaching across classroom and practical farm environments, making effective use of facilities and animals.
• Assess learner work in accordance with BTEC standards, including coursework, assignments, and practical assessments.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support learner development and achievement.

What you’ll do:

Operational Management

• Organise and coordinate teaching sessions and practical activities effectively.
• Maintain teaching resources and ensure readiness for delivery.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to align education programmes with farm operations.
• Ensure efficient day-to-day running of learning activities in line with operational requirements.
  
  

Risk Management

• Ensure safe working practices in all teaching and practical activities.
• Carry out risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures.
• Ensure safe handling of animals, equipment, and tools.
• Comply fully with health and safety legislation, safeguarding, and animal welfare standards.
  
  

Safeguarding Duties

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
• Maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model.
• Remain vigilant to signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or welfare concerns.
• Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and report to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Ensure all learning activities are risk assessed with safeguarding considerations embedded.
• Support vulnerable learners, including those with additional needs or mental health challenges.
• Promote personal safety, wellbeing, and respectful behaviour.
• Accurately record and report safeguarding concerns in line with procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and external agencies where required.
• Undertake regular safeguarding training and maintain up-to-date knowledge.
  
  

Corporate and Statutory Initiatives

• Understand and implement all corporate policies relevant to the role.
• Promote health and safety, equality, diversity, and sustainability objectives.
• Ensure compliance with organisational and statutory requirements.
  
  

Maintenance and Development

• Ensure the safe use, storage, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and resources.
• Support the maintenance of animal areas and learning environments.
• Continuously review teaching delivery and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Update procedures and contribute to the development of new learning opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking a tutor who can build positive relationships with young people while maintaining effective group management. You will be confident in engaging students, supporting their individual needs, and creating a structured yet encouraging learning environment.

Ideally, you will have relevant Animal Care qualifications or industry experience; however, applications from candidates without this background will still be considered.

You will also have excellent communication skills, enabling you to deliver information clearly and effectively, alongside strong organisational skills to manage planning, administration, and course delivery.

Why join us?

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. 

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

As this is a 24/7 service, you may be required to work shifts to respond to the demands of the service. Your working pattern at times may include working weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the Hampshire County Council salary policy.

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

Additional Information:

BTEC Animal Care Tutor Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

John Cartwright, Countryside Parks Business Manager on john.cartwright@hants.gov.uk or 0370 779 2782