Construction Lecturer (Variable Hours) Location: Cross College/Trowbridge Salary: Unqualified Lecturer: £21.13 per hour
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
- Qualified Lecturer: £25.34 per hour Are you a Construction professional ready to take your career in a new direction? Or do you already hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople and construction specialists? If youre ready to share your real-world site experience with flexibility to suit your lifestyle, enjoy a better work-life balance, and take pride in developing future talent for the construction industry, this role could be your next step.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre within our Adult Learning & Enterprise Department, bringing your industry expertise to a supportive teaching team where your knowledge truly makes a 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 Hours offered as required during term time and adult provision delivery, with flexibility to meet curriculum needs 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 Deliver high-quality teaching and practical training across Construction programmes (e.g.
Bricklaying, Carpentry, Plumbing, Multi-Skills or related trades) Teach adult learners and support skills development aligned to industry standards Deliver engaging sessions that blend technical knowledge with practical, hands-on application Prepare learners for employment within the construction sector or progression to further study Maintain high standards of health & safety, safeguarding, assessment, and professional practice Support learners in developing employability skills, confidence, and industry readiness What Youll Bring Relevant Construction qualification (Level 3 or above in a trade discipline) Recent and substantial industry experience within the construction sector Up-to-date knowledge of construction methods, legislation, and health & safety practices Teaching, assessing, or IQA qualifications are welcomed but not essential A passion for developing adult learners and supporting career progression Why Become a Construction Lecturer? Continue working within your trade while gaining: Flexibility to balance site work or consultancy with teaching A rewarding role without the commitment of full-time hours The opportunity to pass on valuable trade skills and industry standards A meaningful career where you help shape the future workforce Share your construction expertise on hours that work for you.
Inspire the next generation of Construction professionals If youre ready for a flexible, fulfilling, and inspiring new chapter within Adult Learning & Enterprise, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 19th March 2026 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.
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