Apprenticeship Link Tutor (Forestry)

FTE: 0.51

Closing date: 23:59 hours BST on Monday 14^th September 2026

Hours: 18 hours per week

Expected interview date: Tuesday 29^th September 2026

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The University of Cumbria is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Institute of Science and Environment as a Link Tutor, supporting the delivery of our Professional Forester Degree Apprenticeship and Forestry Works Manager Higher Apprenticeship. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to nationally significant programmes within a university renowned for forestry education.

Based at our Ambleside campus, you will become part of a dedicated forestry team that blends academic expertise with professional forest management experience. The team collaborates closely with colleagues in Conservation, Geography, and Outdoor Learning, and benefits from the University's location in the heart of the Lake District, with access to exceptional field sites including our own area of semi-natural woodland.

The University of Cumbria is home to the National School of Forestry, which has been delivering professional forestry courses for over 50 years. Our work includes a growing portfolio of research and knowledge exchange projects, and we maintain strong links with the forestry sector and the Institute of Chartered Foresters.

As Link Tutor, you will take primary responsibility for tracking apprentice progression and play a key role in employer liaison, ensuring productive, collaborative relationships. Your work will foster a culture of progression within our apprenticeship programme—one that generates recognition, respect, and engagement from employer partners.

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Experience in forestry and/or teaching is not essential; you must have a first and/or higher degree and a strong commitment to supporting the education and training of others. Excellent communication, organisational, and networking skills are essential, along with a keen eye for compliance and attention to detail.

This role is based on-site due to the practical nature of the work.

Informal Enquiries:

Dr. Liz Mallabon – Head of Learning, Teaching and Student Experience elizabeth.mallabon@cumbria.ac.uk

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.

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