The Vacancy
Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for Variable Hours Lecturer's in ESOL to join our team.
Location: Trowbridge, Chippenham & Salisbury, Wiltshire
Salary: £20.51 - £24.72 per hour plus holiday pay (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)
Job Type: Variable Hours available
Close Date: Tuesday 4th November 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 ESOL – The Role
Are you passionate about teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)? Wiltshire College & University Centre is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Variable Hours Lecturer in ESOL to join our dynamic team. As a Lecturer in ESOL, you will play a key role in supporting adult learners in developing their English language skills for everyday life, employment, and further education. You'll deliver engaging and interactive lessons that promote language acquisition, cultural understanding, and confidence-building.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality ESOL sessions tailored to students' individual needs and learning styles.
* Assess and track learners' progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance to help them achieve their goals.
* Support students from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
* Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring that courses remain relevant and effective in meeting learner needs.
* Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to enhance the overall student experience.
You – Your Qualifications
* A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent).
* A Level 5 (or above) ESOL/TEFL qualification is highly desirable.
* Experience in teaching ESOL to adults in a Further Education or community setting.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on student-centered learning.
* A commitment to inclusivity, with the ability to engage and support learners from a range of backgrounds and abilities.
* Flexibility to work variable hours, including evenings or weekends if required.
Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to educational excellence. Enjoy the flexibility of variable hours to suit your lifestyle and make a tangible impact on the future of education.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 37 days annual leave, pro rata 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 Variable Hours Lecturer in ESOL opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
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.
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 specialises 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.
Safeguarding and Equality We are committed to safeguarding and equal opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will consider applicants with diverse backgrounds.
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