Lecturer in Health, Care & Early Years (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Professional development and CPD

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre in Trowbridge invites applications for a Lecturer in Health, Care & Early Years on a variable hours basis. The role involves delivering diverse programmes, supporting learners to gain knowledge and employability skills, and providing feedback on assessments.

The post requires a level 3 qualification or higher, strong sector knowledge, and excellent communication. Teaching qualifications are desirable, with a flexible timetable supporting learners and staff

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification or higher or relevant industry experience in Health, Care or Early Years.
• Strong knowledge of the relevant health, care or early years sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across Health, Care and Early Years programmes.
• Support learners to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours for study and employment.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Share current industry practices and professional expertise.
• Contribute to positive learner experiences and outcomes.

Skills

Health, Care or Early Years

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Learner support

Safeguarding & inclusion

Education

A Level 3 qualification or higher

Industry experience in Health, Care or Early Years

Job description

Lecturer in Health, Care & Early Years (Variable Hours)

Location: Trowbridge

Salary: Unqualified: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay Qualified: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay

What We Offer

• Salary: Unqualified: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay; Qualified: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay
• Contract Type: Variable Hours
• Hours offered as required during term time, subject to curriculum delivery and learner requirements.

Benefits

• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site gyms
• Lifestyle discounts
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Professional development and CPD opportunities

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across Health, Care and Early Years programmes.
• Support learners to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for further study and employment.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Share current industry practice and professional expertise.
• Contribute to positive learner experiences and outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• A Level 3 qualification or higher and/or industry experience in Health, Care or Early Years
• Strong knowledge of your specialist area
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for supporting learners to achieve their potential
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and equality
• Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential

Why Join Us

• Flexible teaching opportunities around your existing commitments
• Share your professional expertise with the next generation
• Make a real difference to students' futures
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and CPD

If you are an experienced Health, Care or Early Years professional looking for a flexible teaching opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

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: 13/10/26

Closing date: 13th October 2026

Shortlist date: 14th October 2026

Interview date: TBC