Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Bath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

37 days holiday (pro rata)

On-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work

CPD funding

Discounted meals

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery to teach and assess learners in a range of levels, delivering practical and classroom-based lessons in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will have a strong carpentry background and a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent). Teaching qualifications are welcomed, with support to achieve them, in a permanent, part-time role with pro rata salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent).
• Strong practical background in carpentry, joinery, or related construction roles.
• Current knowledge of industry standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess learners in Carpentry & Joinery at a range of levels.
• Deliver engaging practical and classroom-based lessons.
• Prepare students for industry, apprenticeships, and future progression.
• Maintain a safe, professional workshop and learning environment.
• Support learners' confidence, skills, and trade-ready knowledge.

Skills

Carpentry & Joinery

Practical construction experience

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent)

Job description

Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery

Location: Trowbridge

Salary: Up to £22,061 per year, plus a Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus of £3,000 pro rata

Are you an experienced Carpentry & Joinery professional looking to take the next step? Or do you hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire the next generation of carpenters and joiners?

If you're ready to share your expertise, enjoy a healthier work-life balance, and take pride in shaping future industry talent, this is the opportunity for you.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your trade knowledge to a respected teaching team where your real-world experience truly matters.

What We Offer

Salary: Up to £22,061 per year, plus a Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus of £3,000 pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time 22.5 hours per week

Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts

Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers' Pension Scheme – plan confidently for the future
• Generous Holiday Allowance – 37 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 pro rata bank holidays
• College Closure & Wellbeing Days – including a fully paid 2-week pro rata Christmas break
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential 24/7 support
• Free On-Site Gyms – available at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts – retail, tech, travel and leisure offers
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme – save money and stay active
• Professional Development – funded qualifications and dedicated CPD
• Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers

A secure and supported role — designed to help you build a long, fulfilling career.

What You'll Do

• Teach and assess learners in Carpentry & Joinery at a range of levels
• Deliver engaging practical and classroom-based lessons
• Prepare students for industry, apprenticeships, and future progression
• Maintain a safe, professional workshop and learning environment
• Support learners' confidence, skills, and trade-ready knowledge

What You'll Bring

• A Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent)
• Strong practical background in carpentry, joinery, or related construction roles
• Current knowledge of industry standards and practices

(Teaching qualifications are welcomed — but if you don't have one yet, we'll support you to achieve it while you work!)

Why Become a Lecturer?

Share the skills you've gained — while gaining:

• A better work-life balance
• Stability that site work can't always provide
• A rewarding career where your impact lasts a lifetime

Keep your passion for the trade alive — without the heavy physical demands or unpredictable hours.

Empower the future of the construction industry

If you're ready for a secure, meaningful, and exciting career move, we'd love to welcome you to the team.

Closing Date: 28/09/2026

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.

Safer Recruitment

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.

Closing date: 28th September 2026

Shortlist date: 29th September 2026

Interview date: TBC

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