Lecturer in English (Variable Hours)
Location: Trowbridge
Salary: Unqualified Lecturer: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay Qualified Lecturer: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay
Are you a qualified English teacher or an experienced English professional looking for a flexible teaching role? Or do you already hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire learners to develop their skills in English?
If youre ready to share your expertise in English, enjoy a better work-life balance, and take pride in shaping confident, capable learners, this role is an exciting next step.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your knowledge and passion for English to a supportive teaching team where your skills make a real difference.
What We Offer
Salary:
Unqualified Lecturer: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay
Qualified Lecturer: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay
Contract Type: Variable Hours
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
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, supportive role designed to fit around you.
What Youll Do
Teach and assess learners across English programmes at a range of levels from Functional Skills to GCSE and beyond
Deliver engaging, relevant lessons in reading, writing, and communication skills
Prepare learners for further study, apprenticeships, or careers requiring strong English skills
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practice
Inspire confidence, creativity, and communication skills in every learner
What Youll Bring
Relevant English qualifications (level 3 or above)
Strong industry or educational experience in teaching English, literacy, or communication
Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum requirements and assessment standards
Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential
Why Become a Lecturer (Variable Hours)?
Continue doing what you love while gaining:
Flexibility to balance work with other commitments
A rewarding teaching role without full-time hours
The opportunity to pass on your expertise and inspire learners
A meaningful role where your impact lasts beyond the classroom
Share your passion for English on hours that work for you.
Inspire the next generation of English learners
If youre ready for a flexible, fulfilling, and inspiring new chapter, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 10/06/26
Please note:
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, locatedat the bottom of this pageas 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.
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 childrens 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. xsngvjr
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: 10th June 2026
Shortlist date: 11th June 2026
Interview date: TBC