Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services
Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services to join our team.
Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Salary: £28,168 - £39,244 per annum (Academic Pay Grade 4 – 13) (dependant on skills, qualifications, and experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Close Date: 4th August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
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 Criminology & Public Services – The Role:
Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of criminologists and public service professionals?
We are seeking an inspiring Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services to deliver engaging, real-world teaching that prepares our learners for careers across policing, law, justice, emergency services, and beyond. You will contribute to curriculum development, practical workshops, and enrichment activities, helping students build confidence and critical thinking through academic and vocational learning.
Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services – Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver outstanding teaching and assessment in the Criminology and Public Services sector.
* Develop and prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment strategies to ensure students achieve their fullest potential.
* Contribute to students' holistic development, addressing their academic and pastoral needs.
* Collaborate with local employers and engage in community programs to enhance the curriculum and student experience.
Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services – You:
The ideal candidate will have:
* A degree in Criminology, Public Services, or a closely related field
* Experience in teaching or mentoring, or a strong background in a relevant profession (e.g. policing, armed forces, criminal justice)
* A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
* Enthusiasm for active, applied learning and inclusive education
Whether you are an experienced lecturer or a practitioner ready to step into education, we would love to hear from you.
Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services – Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 37 days 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
Lecturer in Criminology & Public Services - 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 Criminology & Public Services opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.
Applications for this role close on the 4th August 2025 .
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, 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