Lecturer in English

Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for Lecturer in English to join our team.

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire

Salary: £28,168 - £39,244 per annum (Academic Grade dependant on skills, qualifications and experience)

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Closing Date: 27th November 2025

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Lecturer in English – The Role:

Are you passionate about the power of language and literature? Do you have a talent for inspiring and engaging students of all backgrounds? Due to continued growth, Wiltshire College & University Centre is expanding its English department and seeking dynamic and dedicated Lecturer in English to join our team.

You will join a dedicated team of Lecturers who deliver high-quality teaching and learning using well-structured schemes of work, assessment plans, and resources that are continually reviewed and enhanced each year. As a Lecturer, you will prepare and deliver engaging lessons, mark student work, and regularly assess students working towards recognised qualifications. You will be committed to helping students reach their full potential and ensuring that your teaching materials reflect best practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a vibrant, supportive teaching environment where you can make a real difference.

Lecturer in English – Key Responsibilities:

As a Lecturer in English, you will be at the forefront of delivering outstanding teaching and assessment, ensuring that our students achieve their maximum potential. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering engaging and thought-provoking English lessons across a range of levels, from Functional Skills to GCSE and beyond.

• Inspire and motivate students, encouraging them to reach their full academic potential through innovative and inclusive teaching methods.

• Help students develop vital communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills that will serve them in both their academic and professional futures.

• Create tailored lesson plans that cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring all students can thrive.

• Monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and offer support to help students overcome any academic challenges they may face.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive classroom environment that empowers students to excel and grow.

Lecturer in English – You:

We are looking for individuals who have:

• A teaching qualification (or a willingness to work towards one).
• A passionate educator with a strong background in English.
• Experience in delivering a variety of English courses, including Functional Skills and GCSE.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to creating a supportive and inspiring learning experience.
• A flexible, creative approach to teaching and a drive to continually innovate.

Why Wiltshire College & University Centre?

• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences.
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive working environment where you can make a real difference.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a leading educational institution.

If you are ready to inspire, challenge, and support students to achieve their goals, we would love to hear from you.

Lecturer in English – Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 37 days annual leave for Academic Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Lecturer in English – Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Lecturer in English opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.

PLEASE NOTE:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

INDAD

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.