Lecturer in English
Wiltshire College & University Centre
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Job summary
Wiltshire College & University Centre in Chippenham is seeking an English lecturer to teach GCSE and Functional Skills English, helping learners overcome barriers and build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will create engaging lessons and support learners to achieve qualifications that open doors to new opportunities.
The role welcomes experienced lecturers and those moving into teaching, offering a supportive environment, flexible part-time hours (22.5 per week) and
Qualifications
- A relevant English qualification (Level 3 or above)
- Strong subject knowledge in English
- Experience working with learners or supporting others in education or training
- Commitment to inclusive teaching and learner success
- A Level 4 teaching qualification or above is welcomed, with support to achieve it while you work
Responsibilities
- Teach and assess learners across GCSE and Functional Skills English
- Deliver engaging, accessible lessons developing reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Support learners with varying abilities, including those lacking confidence in English
- Use inclusive, practical approaches to make English relevant to life, work and study
- Maintain high safeguarding, professionalism and learner wellbeing
- Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement
Skills
Education
Job description
Do you believe that English can change lives? Are you passionate about helping learners develop the communication, literacy, and critical thinking skills they need to succeed in education, work, and everyday life?
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and inspire students studying GCSE and Functional Skills English. You'll support learners to overcome barriers, build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening, and achieve qualifications that open doors to new opportunities.
Whether you're an experienced English lecturer or a skilled English professional looking to move into teaching, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact. You'll work in a supportive, learner-focused environment where every achievement-big or small-makes a real difference.
We're particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in schools or Further Education (FE), but if you have strong English subject knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Unqualified Lecturer: £29,294 per year, pro rata
Qualified Lecturer: £31,885 - £40,814 per year, pro rata
(Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)
Permanent, Part Time 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
- Teachers' Pension Scheme - secure your future with an excellent pension
- Generous Holiday Allowance - 37 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 days, pro rata bank holidays
- College Closure & Wellbeing Days - including a fully paid two-week, pro rata Christmas break
- Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support whenever you need it
- Free On-Site Gyms - available across multiple campuses
- Lifestyle Discounts - savings on retail, travel, tech and more
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme - save money and stay active
- Professional Development - fully funded qualifications and structured CPD
- Additional Perks - discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers
A stable, rewarding teaching role-designed to support your wellbeing and long-term career.
- Teach and assess learners across a range of English programmes, including GCSE and Functional Skills
- Deliver engaging, accessible lessons that develop learners' reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
- Support learners with varying abilities, including those who may lack confidence in English
- Use creative, inclusive and practical approaches to make English relevant to everyday life, employment and further study
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and learner wellbeing
- Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement
- A relevant English qualification (Level 3 or above)
- Strong subject knowledge and the ability to explain concepts clearly and patiently
- Experience working with learners or supporting others in education or training
- A commitment to inclusive teaching and learner success
- A Level 4 teaching qualification or above is welcomed - but if you don't have one yet, we'll support you to achieve it while you work
Make a real difference-and enjoy:
- A healthier work-life balance
- A stable and respected career in education
- The opportunity to support learners in gaining essential literacy and communication skills
- A meaningful role where confidence, progress and success are built lesson by lesson
If you're ready to make a genuine difference every day, join us and help GCSE and Functional Skills learners discover their potential through English. Your passion could be the key to unlocking brighter futures.
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.
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.
- Lily Raynor-Blundell
- Executive Director of Lackham
Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.
- Tiffany Maxwell
- Executive Assistant
As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.
- Arvil Pogson-Davis
- Health & Safety Manager
My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.
- Flexible Working
- Pension Scheme
- Training & Development
- Shopping Discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
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