Youth Work Lecturer - Flexible Hours, Impactful Teaching

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; 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 and CPD

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Youth Work Lecturer to deliver and assess short courses at Salisbury Campus. The role requires experience in youth work, safeguarding, and professional practice, with qualifications validated by NYA/JNC.

Fixed teaching patterns are flexible, with sessions typically around a few hours per week across multiple sites. Applicants should have at least 3 years of youth work experience, assessor qualifications, and a commitment to inclusive learning

Qualifications

• A1 Assessor Award or equivalent (D32/D33 or CAVA)
• D34 or V1 qualification is desirable
• Minimum of 3 years of youth work practice
• Recent fieldwork experience within the last 3 years
• Knowledge of National Occupational Standards for Youth Work
• Understanding of Ofqual assessment requirements
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Experience working with young people in youth services, education, community settings, mentoring, or similar environments
• Good communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging youth work sessions.
• Introduce learners to youth work principles, values, and professional practice.
• Prepare lesson plans, activities, and resources for short courses.
• Explore approaches to communication, mentoring, group facilitation, and building positive relationships.
• Develop learners' understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.
• Explore equality, diversity, inclusion, youth participation, and empowerment.
• Use case studies and practical activities to connect theory with real-world youth work.
• Support learners to understand the challenges affecting young people and promote their wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that supports learners of different abilities and experience levels.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and professional conduct.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support high-quality adult learning.

Skills

Youth work experience

Teaching skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA (Hons) Youth Work

BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work

Graduate Diploma in Youth Work

Postgraduate Diploma/MA in Youth Work

Tools

Assessor Award (A1)

D32/D33

CAVA (Level 3)

D34 or V1

Job description

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Youth Work Lecturer to deliver and assess short courses at Salisbury Campus. The role requires experience in youth work, safeguarding, and professional practice, with qualifications validated by NYA/JNC.

Fixed teaching patterns are flexible, with sessions typically around a few hours per week across multiple sites. Applicants should have at least 3 years of youth work experience, assessor qualifications, and a commitment to inclusive learning