Lecturer in Travel & Tourism (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; 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

Discounted meals and local attraction:

Job summary

Experience in FE or industry is valued; qualifications are welcome but not essential. This opportunity offers variety and development for those balancing other commitments.

Qualifications

• A level 3 qualification or higher in Travel & Tourism, Tourism Management, Hospitality, Events, or a related subject.
• Relevant industry or teaching experience.
• Good knowledge of the travel and tourism sector and current industry developments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for helping learners develop and achieve their career ambitions.
• Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential—we welcome experienced industry professionals looking to move into education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess students studying Travel & Tourism programmes.
• Deliver engaging lessons covering travel, tourism, destinations, customer service, and industry operations.
• Develop lesson plans and assessment strategies that support learner achievement.
• Bring industry knowledge and real-world experience into the classroom.
• Support enrichment activities, educational visits, competitions, and employer engagement.
• Keep learning current with industry trends, sustainability, technology, and destination developments.
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to enrolment and induction.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an outstanding learner experience.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or higher in Travel & Tourism or related subject

Job description

The Vacancy

Lecturer in Travel & Tourism (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre - Chippenham Campus

Are you passionate about travel and tourism and keen to inspire the next generation of industry professionals? Are you an experienced tourism professional looking for flexible teaching opportunities, or an established lecturer seeking a role around your other commitments?

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and help students develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills they need to progress into careers across the travel and tourism industry or further study.

We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in Further Education (FE), travel agencies, tour operations, airlines, airports, visitor attractions, hospitality, events, cruise operations, or related sectors. If you're passionate about travel and want to share your industry expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: This is a Variable Hours position, with teaching hours dependent on curriculum delivery.

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 student recruitment.

Outstanding 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
• Additional perks including discounted meals and local attraction offers

A flexible and rewarding opportunity to inspire future travel and tourism professionals.

What You'll Do

• Teach and assess students studying Travel & Tourism programmes
• Deliver engaging lessons covering travel, tourism, destinations, customer service, and industry operations
• Develop lesson plans and assessment strategies that support learner achievement
• Bring industry knowledge and real-world experience into the classroom
• Support enrichment activities, educational visits, competitions, and employer engagement
• Keep learning current with industry trends, sustainability, technology, and destination developments
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to enrolment and induction
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practice
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an outstanding learner experience

What You'll Bring

• A level 3 qualification or higher in Travel & Tourism, Tourism Management, Hospitality, Events, or a related subject
• Relevant industry or teaching experience
• Good knowledge of the travel and tourism sector and current industry developments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for helping learners develop and achieve their career ambitions
• Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential-we welcome experienced industry professionals looking to move into education

Why Become a Lecturer?

• Flexibility to balance teaching with industry or personal commitments
• The opportunity to inspire future travel and tourism professionals
• A rewarding role without the commitment of full-time hours
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development
• The chance to share your expertise and make a lasting difference to students

Turn your travel and tourism experience into inspiration for tomorrow's industry professionals.

Inspire the next generation of travel and tourism professionals

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

Closing Date: 24/09/26

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.

The Company

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.

Testimonials

• 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.

The Benefits

• Flexible Working
• Pension Scheme
• Training & Development
• Shopping Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme