The Vacancy
Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for a part time Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture) to join our team.
Location: Lackham, Wiltshire
Salary: £28,168 - £39,244 per annum, pro rata (dependant on skills, qualifications and experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time 22.5 Hours Per week, 52 weeks per year
Close Date: 1st December 2025
About Us
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi‑tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.
Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture) - The Role
Set in 500 acres of Wiltshire countryside, our Lackham campus is home to a modern AgriTech Centre, a Robotic Dairy featuring market‑leading robotics and software, and Home Farm where our dairy herd, flock of sheep, livestock and crop production are all based.
We are seeking a Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture) to join our passionate and supportive team – someone who shares our enthusiasm for rural industries, sustainability, and innovation in modern farming.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons across a range of agriculture‑related topics, such as livestock management, crop production, machinery operations, and agri‑business from Level 1 through to Level 3.
* Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential, using practical, real‑world examples drawn from your own experience.
* Monitor and support student progress, providing constructive feedback and pastoral guidance.
* Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to ensure our curriculum remains current and aligned with emerging agricultural technologies and practices.
Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture) - You
* Have significant experience within the agriculture industry – whether in livestock, arable, or agri‑tech sectors.
* Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Agriculture or a related discipline.
* Are enthusiastic about sharing your knowledge and expertise with the next generation of agricultural professionals.
* Embrace continuous learning and development, both personally and professionally.
If you are joining us directly from industry, we will support you every step of the way – including helping you to achieve your teaching qualification within your working week. What matters most is your passion for agriculture and your commitment to inspiring others.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* 37 days, pro rata annual leave for Academic Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period.
* Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Discounts with a wide variety of retailers.
* Free onsite car parking.
Application Process
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.
To submit your application for this exciting Lecturer in Land Based (Agriculture) opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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 specialise 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 – Head of Faculty – Engineering, Automotive and Motorsport
* Tiffany Maxwell – Executive Assistant
* Arvil Pogson‑Davis – Health & Safety Manager
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.
As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.
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
* Gym
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