Lecturer Supply - Forestry; UHI

Supply Lecturer – Forestry

Variable Hours Supply contract

Grade Unpromoted Lecturer from £41,833 - £50,359 pro‑rata (per annum)

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions that has become Scotland’s newest university. UHI Inverness delivers both further and higher education through innovative, flexible learning and a variety of online technologies.

UHI Inverness works closely with industry to design curriculum that meets evolving regional needs, through a personalised approach that provides students with a combination of qualification and job‑ready skills. The Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch) is a growing hub for research, innovation and enterprise set within a 215‑acre site.

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

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

We are looking for candidates who have experience working in Forestry and/or related industries, capable of training students in the use of vehicles (e.g., tractors, ATVs), and supporting practical skills such as fencing, tool maintenance, harvesting, and other rural activities. Effective interpersonal skills and good IT skills are required. A teaching qualification is not mandatory, but experience in instructing or teaching is welcomed.

Successful candidates will be subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland and other background checks.

• 62 days annual leave per year (pro‑rata for part‑time staff)
• Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme through SPPA
• 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
• Onsite commercial hair and beauty salon and gym facilities
• Occupational sick pay scheme and family‑friendly leave provisions
• Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• £60 towards the cost of glasses required for VDU work

Final date to receive applications: 18 February 2026

Shortlisting will take place on: 19 February 2026

Interviews week commencing: 2 March 2026

UHI Inverness does not hold a sponsorship licence for work visas. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We cannot consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship.

Requests for feedback following interview are welcomed; however, due to high volume, we are unable to provide feedback on applications that have not been shortlisted.

For queries about the application process, contact the Human Resources Department at or