Lecturer in Automotive

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Salisbury is seeking a passionate part-time Lecturer in Automotive to inspire students in their studies. You will leverage your industry expertise to enhance learning experiences and develop engaging lesson plans. The perfect candidate will possess strong communication skills and a desire to cultivate the next generation of automotive professionals. This role provides a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students, alongside benefits such as competitive salary and generous leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

37 days pro-rata annual leave

Automatic enrolment into Teachers Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with retailers

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in the automotive field.
• Strong desire to share expertise and help others succeed.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Share industry knowledge and insights with students.
• Deliver engaging teaching and assessment experiences.
• Develop creative lesson plans.

Skills

Industry Expertise

Passion for Teaching

Excellent Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Further Education Experience

Job description

Job Type: Permanent Part Time, 30 Hours Per week, 52 weeks per year

Closing Date: Monday 3rd November 2025

Monthly Salary: £28,168 – £39,244

Wiltshire College & University Centre has a great opportunity for a part‑time Lecturer in Automotive to join our team.

About Us

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy by 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 Automotive – The Role

Are you passionate about automotive? Do you have industry experience or a background in Further Education? If so we have a fantastic opportunity for you at Wiltshire College & University Centre! We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Lecturer in Automotive to join the team at our Trowbridge campus.

As a Lecturer in Automotive you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Level 1, 2 and 3 Automotive courses. Your real‑world expertise and practical insights will be crucial in preparing our students for thriving careers in this fast‑paced industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and Educate: Share your industry knowledge and insights with our eager students.
• Engage and Motivate: Deliver engaging and relevant teaching, learning and assessment experiences.
• Innovate: Develop creative schemes of work and lesson plans that captivate and educate.
• Support: Provide guidance and support to students helping them achieve their career goals.
• Collaborate: Work with industry partners to enhance our curriculum and offer valuable work‑placement opportunities.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the automotive industry.

You

We are looking for individuals who have:

• Industry Expertise: Substantial experience in automotive.
• Passion for Teaching: A strong desire to share your expertise and help others succeed. While a teaching qualification is desirable, your enthusiasm and ability to inspire students matter most; we can support you through your teaching qualification.
• Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to inspire and motivate students from diverse backgrounds.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Further Education Experience: Experience in Further Education is desirable but not essential.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and inspire the next generation of the automotive industry we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of automotive education and making a positive impact on the industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 37 days pro‑rata 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.

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 that 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 Automotive 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.