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Animal Care Tutor / Head of Animal Standards - Maternity

Woodpecker Court, Dover

  • Ref:KCC886-7916-32T
  • Posted:16/06/2025
  • Pay:Main teacher pay scale
  • Start Date:Sept 2025
  • App Close Date:30/06/2025 at 20:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Join our dynamic team at Woodpecker Court—an Ofsted Outstanding and truly unique educational provision—where passion for animal welfare meets innovative teaching.

Are you passionate about animal welfare and education? Do you have the skills to inspire young minds and lead a dedicated team in a unique learning environment? Woodpecker Court is seeking a dynamic and experienced Animal Care Tutor / Head of Animal Standards to join our team on a maternity cover basis.

This dual-role position combines teaching responsibilities with operational leadership of our community farm. You will:

  • Deliver engaging lessons for Level 2 and Level 3 Animal Care students.
  • Lead and manage daily farm operations, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare.
  • Support and mentor staff and students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Coordinate farm work experience placements and maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.

Requirements:

  • Level 4+ qualification in Animal Care or related field.
  • Strong knowledge of animal husbandry and welfare standards.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
  • Experience in education or working with young people is a plus.

Join a supportive team and make a real impact in a hands-on, inclusive learning environment.

“Woodpecker Court is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure, satisfactory references and pre-employment health screening”

This role is for 40 hours a week, 39 weeks per year on a fixed term contract to cover maternity. 

If you are interested in joining the Team please email your application form and any other supporting documents to personnel@woodpeckercourt.com 

Information about the school

Woodpecker Court is a specialist education provider with designated Post-16 status, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We offer a distinctive and inspiring educational environment for young people aged 16–24 who flourish outside of mainstream education.

Our holistic approach integrates academic learning with practical, hands-on experiences in a safe and tranquil countryside setting. We are committed to nurturing each student as an individual, tailoring our support to meet diverse needs and fostering personal growth, resilience, and ambition.

Located in a rural area, Woodpecker Court provides a calm, secure, and welcoming atmosphere where students and staff work together to maintain a strong sense of community. We believe that every learner deserves a personalised pathway to success, and we adapt our practices to ensure each student is equipped with the skills and confidence needed to sustain their onward destination beyond education. Curriculum Offer

Our Post-16 curriculum includes vocational courses in Occupational Studies, Land-Based Studies, Animal Care, Animal Management, Catering and Hair & Beauty.

These are delivered alongside core subjects such as Functional Skills in English, Maths, and Digital Skills, as well as PSHE and Preparation for Adulthood (PFA).

Woodpecker Court’s unique setting features extensive woodlands, a working farm, workshops, and outdoor classrooms that enrich the educational experience. Our curriculum is designed to blend practical learning with academic development, underpinned by a strong community ethos and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

We are dedicated to helping every student realise their full potential and transition into fulfilling, independent futures.

To learn more about Woodpecker Court please view our promotional video - https://www.woodpeckercourt.co.uk/promovideo

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.