Lecturer Supply - Forestry UHI/1471

• Location
• Inverness
• Salary
• Salary from £41,833 - £50,359 pro-rata (per annum)
• Application Deadline
• Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Job Profile
• Job Profile document
  
  
• Job Summary
• Supply Lecturer – ForestryVariable Hours Supply contractGrade Unpromoted Lecturerfrom £41,833 - £50,359 pro-rata (per annum)

  We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions comprising Scotland’s newest university.

  As the UK’s leading tertiary education provider, we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies, we offer our students the complete learner journey, where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

  UHI Inverness is at the heart of the community. Working closely with businesses and stakeholders, our curriculum and research capacity is designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of industry and support the strengths and ambitions of the region. Through a personalised approach, we help our students discover their right path, providing them with a combination of qualification and job-ready skills to succeed in the workplace. UHI Inverness has locations at Inverness Campus and also the Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch), a growing hub for research, innovation and enterprise set within a 215 acre site.

  We are seeking a candidate for a position as supply lecturer in the Land and Science team, to work alongside academic colleagues as part of the delivery of our Forestry courses. You will be based at the Scottish School of Forestry in Balloch, Inverness.

  This roles presents a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic person who enjoys teaching and learning to join an experienced and diverse team. You will be required to deliver curriculum in an innovative manner with a focus on best practice in the teaching of topics relevant to your role. You will be required to be an effective team member able to deliver a high quality curriculum and educational experience

  Key Accountabilities:

  • Teaching / Facilitating Learning
  • Assessment
  • Guidance and Support
  • Planning and Preparing the Learning Experience
  • Quality and Standards
  • Professional Practice and Development

  In particular we are looking for candidates who have experience of working in Forestry and/or related industries who can help train our students in the use of vehicles, e.g. Tractors and ATVs. We are also looking for a candidate who can support other practical skills such as fencing, tool maintenance, harvesting and similar rural activities. You should possess effective interpersonal skills and have good IT skills.

  You do not need to have a teaching qualification to apply as training will be provided, however some experience of instructing or teaching is welcome.

  Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland and other background checks.

  Benefits of working for UHI Inverness

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  62 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)

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  Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme through SPPA

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  10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland

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  Onsite commercial hair and beauty salon and gym facilities

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  Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions

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  Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes

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  Cycle to Work Scheme

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  £60 towards cost of glasses required for VDU workApplication Closing Date: 18^thFebruary 2026Shortlisting will take place on: 19^thFebruary 2026Interviews weekcommencing: 2^ndMarch 2026Please note that UHI Inverness does not hold a sponsorship licence for work visas. Applicants must therefore already have the legal right to work in the UK through their own status or visa arrangements. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at this time.Requests for feedback following interview are welcomed, however due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback on applications that have not been shortlisted for interview.If you have any queries about the application process, or to request a manual application form, please contact the Human Resources Department onrecruitment.ic@uhi.ac.ukor on 01463 273210.

UHI is the United Kingdom’s leading integrated university encompassing both further and higher education. We are more than a college and more than a traditional university: a diverse, flexible partnership, rooted in our communities and driven by their needs. Our network of colleges, specialist teaching centres and internationally recognised research institutes delivers supported, flexible learning from access level to PhD.

To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:

Graduate School Admissions and Quality Lead

Salary range £28,434 to £31,072 per annum Duration Permanent Full-Time Working hours 35hrs per week Location By agreement Closing Date Sunday 22nd February 2026

Graduate School Office

The UHI Graduate School provides a dedicated hub for postgraduate research (PGR) students across our unique university partnership. We support doctoral researchers and their supervisors through every stage of the research journey - from admissions and induction to progression, examination, and completion. Our aim is to deliver an excellent student experience, underpinned by robust governance, sector-leading standards, and a collaborative approach that connects researchers across disciplines and locations.

We offer tailored training and development opportunities, responsive student services, and a vibrant research community that reflects UHI’s distinctive strengths and regional impact. Working closely with academic partners and external bodies, the Graduate School ensures compliance, quality enhancement, and innovation in postgraduate research provision. Our commitment to digital transformation and continuous improvement means we are shaping a modern, inclusive environment for research students to thrive.

A detailed job description and person specification for the post are attached.

Applicants with informal questions are encouraged to contact Dr Clive Fox, Head of Postgraduate Researcher Development, by email to Clive.Fox.eo@uhi.ac.uk.

Pay and Benefits

This role is linked to grade 5 on the UHI Pay Scale.

The starting salary for this position will normally be in the range £28,434 to £31,072 per annum. For exceptional candidates a slightly higher salary may be available.

The workplace pension scheme provided to workers at grade five and below is the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).  This is a qualifying pension scheme, which means it meets or exceeds the government’s standards.  Full information about the scheme can be found on the Highland Council’s Pension Fund website http://www.highlandpensionfund.org/

Full-time posts carry a total of 42 days leave per annum (pro rata for part-time posts). It is practice that, with the exception of a Christmas and New Year closure, leave may be taken at any time of year, subject to the requirements of the post and department and with the permission of your line manager.

Recruitment Process

When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence how you meet the selection criteria identified on the relevant person specification.

The deadline for submitting your application is Sunday 22 nd February 2026 at 11.59pm.

Interviews will be held by videoconferencing on date TBC.

If you have any queries regarding our recruitment and selection process, or if you would like to request any reasonable adjustments to either the recruitment process or the prospective job, please contact the HR team as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held To be confirmed.

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• Person specification
• Further information
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• Guidance notes for candidates
• Summary of terms and conditions of employment

UHI Employee Benefits

At UHI, we offer a supportive, flexible and rewarding place to work, with a range of benefits including:

• 42 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
• Attractive pension scheme and options for additional contributions
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Occupational sick pay and an Employee Assistance Programme (incl. spousal support)
• High-street and online retail discounts
• 10% off Highlife Highland memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Contribution towards DSE prescription glasses
• Free parking and EV charging (where available)
• LinkedIn Learning access for ongoing professional development
• Long-service awards and active social events

If you have any queries about the application process please contact the HR Office at HR@uhi.ac.uk.