College Teacher

Emploi Irlande

Titre du poste : College Teacher

Entreprise : Teagasc

Description du poste : Job DescriptionPost Type: PermanentThis competition seeks to establish a recruitment panel from which future similar permanent and temporary vacancies in Ballyhaise Agricultural College may be filled; such a panel will remain active for a maximum period of 12 months.Basic Function:To operate as part of a team in the development, delivery and assessment of agricultural education and training to a wide range of courses/programmes within Ballyhaise Agricultural College. Candidates that are appointed to these posts will be assigned to the teaching staff of the College.Background:Ballyhaise Agricultural College is based in Co. Cavan. The College offers QQI accredited Level 5 and 6 courses in Agriculture and Forestry both full time and part time. Degree courses in Agriculture are conducted at Ballyhaise in collaboration with Dundalk Institute of Technology. All courses require extensive technical and practical training to be provided for students.Please note that interviews for this competition will be held on the 16th and 17th of June 2025 and that a presentation will be part of the interview process.Job ObjectivesMain Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver education and training programmes at Ballyhaise Agricultural College, including full-time, part time and apprenticeship courses.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality classes, lectures and practicals across a range of agricultural subject areas.
• Coordinate and assess assigned modules or courses within Teagasc’s agricultural education framework.
• Develop and review course content as part of the education team, in consultation with College management.
• Use a variety of teaching methodologies, including group facilitation, blended learning, and practical demonstration.
• Promote the College and its courses through participation in open days, school visits, careers events, and public engagement activities.
• Liaise effectively with students, parents, stakeholders, industry bodies and relevant agencies to support student learning and progression.
• Maintain accurate student records and results using Teagasc’s education management system (Quercus), and prepare files for QQI external verification.
• Keep subject knowledge up to date and engage in relevant role-related training and professional development.
• Support good governance and effective administration by complying with College and Teagasc procedures and policies.
• Contribute to Teagasc’s Quality Customer Service standards through adherence to best practice protocols.
• Ensure the health, safety and welfare of students during all learning activities, in line with the Teagasc Safety Statement.
• Be available to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, where required.
• Participate in the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), including the preparation of a personal development plan.
• Carry out other duties as may be assigned from time to time by College management.

• This job specification is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive. Job descriptions will be issued with offers of appointment.

Skills RequirementPerson Specification:EssentialDesirableQualifications

• Applicants must hold a Level 8 Degree, as recognised on the National Framework of Qualifications, in Agriculture Science or equivalent.

• Relevant post graduate qualification.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong IT skills.
• Strong communication and experience. collaborating with stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Team work and leadership abilities.
• Quality and customer service focus.
• Practical knowledge of agriculture/related areas.
• Applicants must stay abreast of current concepts and use effective teaching methods to impart this knowledge to the students.
• Solid understanding and appreciation of the role of Agriculture in the Irish economy.

• Teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Teagasc Cost Control Planner and preparation and interpretation of farm accounts and business plans.
• Familiarity with Teagasc software e.g. NMP Online, Pasture Base etc.
• Good knowledge of Teagasc education system.
• Understanding of QQI quality assurance procedures.

Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent analysis, problem solving & decision support abilities.
• Work and project organisation shows pro-activity and drive.
• Shows excellent communication skills and ability to transfer knowledge.
• Adopts an open-minded and flexible approach to work.
• Understands and appreciates the importance of continuous professional development.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaborating with colleagues as per our Teagasc Together ethos.

Other

• Candidates must satisfy and continue to satisfy during employment with Teagasc, legal requirements to drive unaccompanied on Irish public roads.

Note: The ‘essential’ qualifications, knowledge, skills and behavioural competencies outlined above are ‘must-have’ which will be used in the selection process.

Salaire attendu : €41580 – 78830 per year

Localisation : Ballyhaise, Co Cavan

Date du poste : Sun, 25 May 2025 04:57:10 GMT

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