Team Manager - Animal Sciences

Derby College Group (DCG) is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to support the strategic leadership of our Animal Science provision as Team Manager, working closely with the Head of Animal Science. Based at our stunning Broomfield Hall campus, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of animal science education and make a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

The Opportunity

In this key leadership role, you will oversee the strategic and operational delivery of our Animal Science curriculum, ensuring it remains innovative, high-quality, and aligned with industry needs. You’ll manage a dedicated team of curriculum and support staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Your leadership will ensure that students receive an outstanding educational experience, preparing them for successful futures in the animal care and science sectors.

You’ll work closely with employers and stakeholders to ensure our provision is responsive to current and emerging trends, while also supporting staff development and performance. From curriculum planning to student support, your influence will be felt across every aspect of the student journey.

For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.

About You

You’ll have a strong background in animal science and education, and brings vision and a commitment to high standards. You’ll be confident in managing people and performance, passionate about student success, and ready to lead a team that’s making a real difference.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career and help shape the future of animal science education at DCG, we’d love to hear from you.

For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.

The Benefits

• Salary of £42,933 per annum
• 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution

• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

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