Equine College Teacher Kildalton College

Job title:

Equine College Teacher Kildalton College

Company:

Teagasc

Job description

Job DescriptionDuration:Temporary contract post, the indicative duration of which is 8 months, subject to contract. A panel may be formed from which future similar vacancies may be filled; such a panel will remain active for a maximum period of 12 months.A Panel may also be formed from this competition for similar permanent vacancies that may arise.Background:Kildalton is the largest Teagasc college and a leading provider of training in Agriculture, Horticulture and Equine Studies in Ireland with over 1,300 students attending courses every year. In addition to providing QQI accredited courses at levels 5 and 6 Kildalton College also provides courses at levels 7 and 8 with the South East Technological University (formerly WIT) making the college a progressive learning facility in the South East. The equine unit consists of an indoor and two outdoor arenas, all weather cross country track, stable blocks, tack rooms, a horse walker and a breeding enterprise. With some 50 horses available for practical work, equine students get excellent training in the care and management of horses, handling of young horses, and horse riding.
The appointee will join a team of equine staff responsible for development and delivery of the equine training programmes at the college.Job Objectives

• Preparation and delivery of lectures and practical training.
• Preparation of assessment papers in accordance with QQI guidelines.
• Assessment of skills and correction of assignments and exam scripts.
• Delivery of training up to and including BHS II and HSI Level 2.
• Managing health, safety and welfare on the Equine Unit.
• Breaking and training of young horses.
• Managing and maintaining high standards of stable management within the enterprise.
• Organising and supervising Practical Learning Period placements.
• Supporting the management of the equine enterprise at Kildalton College.
• Implementing quality assurance procedures and meeting verification requirements.
• Updating and developing course material.
• Participating in course reviews and developing new training programmes.
• Promoting Teagasc and Kildalton College through open days, one to one meetings, school visits and the media.
• Co-operating and liaising with Teagasc Advisory and Research colleagues.
• Co-ordinating and organising public events.
• To assist management and administrative staff in achieving good governance and risk management through co-operation and adherence to administrative procedures and practices.
• To assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer Service charter and action plan through adherence to best practice protocols.
• Managing health, safety and welfare of students.
• To maintain responsibility for own development and updating through active participation in PMDS.
• To assist management and administrative staff in achieving good governance and risk management through co-operation and adherence to administrative procedures and practices.
• To assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer Service Charter and Action Plan.
• Take responsibility for the marketing of services and contract with clients consistent with the achievement of the area income targets.
• Take responsibility for the marketing of training programmes.
• Liaison with relevant stakeholders in the industry and education sectors.
• Fully co-operate with the provisions made for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of themselves, fellow staff and non-Teagasc staff and co-operate with management in enabling Teagasc to comply with legal obligations. This includes full compliance with the responsibilities outlined in the Safety Statement.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• * This job specification is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be reviewed from time to time with the post holder.

Skills RequirementEssentialDesirableQualifications

• A Level 8 Degree (as recognised on the

or ), in equine studies with strong practical experience in horsemanship
Or

• Relevant level 8 degree with a minimum of BHS Stage III Coach Qualification or equivalent or HSI Level 1 Coaching
• Occupational First Aid Certificate
• BHS Stage III Coach Qualification or equivalent or HSI Level 1 Coaching

Knowledge/Skills

• Technically up to date in the areas of equine nutrition, breeding, stud management, horse welfare and financial management
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong IT skills
• Preparation for Sales
• Horse riding ability
• Experience handling young stock
• Preparation of horses for competition and stable management skills
• Ability to manage large student groups
• Analysis, assessment and evaluation skills
• Team work and collaboration skills
• Ability to coach groups – riding/horsemanship skills

• Teaching experience
• Teagasc education system
• QQI quality assurance procedures
• Good understanding of the Thoroughbred industry
• Foaling experience
• Experience handling mares & foals and teasing
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Work planning and project organisation which shows pro-activity and drive
• Quality customer service focus
• Flexibility and openness to change
• Excellent communication skills and ability to teach and transfer knowledge
• Team work & leadership abilities
• Adopts an open-minded and flexible approach to work
• 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 a car unaccompanied on Irish public roads.

Eligibility

• This is an open public competition. Should a current serving Teagasc staff member be successful in their application through open public competition for this post, their current contract of employment with Teagasc will come to an end on taking up this post.

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

Expected salary

€40580 – 77284 per year

Location

Piltown, Co Kilkenny

Job date

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:52:23 GMT

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