Lecturer in Pathways (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 2,911,000 - 3,491,000; Full 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

Additional Perks

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Lecturer in Pathways for a flexible hours role at Salisbury campuses. You will deliver engaging Pathways programmes and tailor activities to support learners with diverse needs.

With a focus on independence, employability and life skills, you will plan personalised learning and guide learners toward recognised qualifications where appropriate. A supportive team environment fosters professional development.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above in Education, SEND, Health & Social Care or related subject.
• Experience working with young people and/or adults with SEND, EHCPs or barriers to learning.
• Teaching qualifications welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive Pathways programmes for a range of learning needs.
• Plan and deliver personalised activities to develop independence and employability.
• Support learners to achieve individual targets and qualifications where appropriate.
• Create a positive, safe learning environment that promotes confidence and progression.
• Work with support staff, parents/carers and external agencies to maximise outcomes.
• Maintain high safeguarding, health, safety, equality, diversity and professional practice.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Learner-support

Inclusive education

Education

Level 3+ qualification in Education/SEND/Health & Social Care

Job description

Lecturer in Pathways (Variable Hours)

Location: Salisbury

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

Are you passionate about helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve their full potential? Do you have experience supporting young people with additional learning needs, SEND, or learners requiring tailored educational pathways?

If you're ready to inspire, motivate, and guide learners towards greater independence, employability, and future success, this flexible teaching role could be the perfect opportunity.

With flexible variable hours, this role offers the opportunity to balance your professional commitments while making a meaningful difference to learners' lives. Whether you're currently working in education, support services, industry, or seeking a role that fits around other responsibilities, this position provides the flexibility to share your expertise and inspire the next generation.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and become part of a dedicated team committed to transforming lives through inclusive education and personalised learning.

What We Offer

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, with flexibility to support curriculum delivery.

Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers' Pension Scheme – secure your future with an excellent pension
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – paid holiday accrued in line with hours worked
• 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 – access to funded training and CPD opportunities
• Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers

A flexible, rewarding role where every learner's success matters.

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging and inclusive Pathways programmes that support learners with a range of educational and additional support needs
• Plan and deliver personalised learning activities that develop independence, communication, employability, life skills, and social development
• Support learners to achieve individual targets and recognised qualifications where appropriate
• Create a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment that promotes confidence and progression
• Work collaboratively with support staff, parents/carers, and external agencies to maximise learner outcomes
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, equality, diversity, and professional practice

What You'll Bring

• A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above in Education, SEND, Health & Social Care or a related subject, Supported Learning, or a related subject area
• Experience working with young people and/or adults with additional learning needs, SEND, EHCPs, or barriers to learning
• Strong communication, organisational, and learner-support skills
• A commitment to inclusive education and learner-centred approaches
• Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential

Why Become a Lecturer in Pathways (Variable Hours)

• Flexibility to balance work with other commitments
• The opportunity to positively impact learners' lives and future opportunities
• A rewarding teaching role focused on personal growth as well as academic achievement
• The chance to work within a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Meaningful work that helps learners develop confidence, independence, and life skills

Help learners realise their potential — on hours that work for you.

Empower learners to achieve more than they thought possible

If you're ready for a flexible, fulfilling, and inspiring new chapter, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note

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: 30th September 2026

Shortlist date: 1st October 2026

Interview date: TBC

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