Lecturer in Pathways (Variable Hours)
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Salary: £20.51 - £24.72 per hour plus holiday pay
Job Type: Variable Hours available
Close Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025
Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Variable Hours Lecturer in Pathways to join our team.
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 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 turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.
Lecturer in Pathways - The Role:
Are you passionate about empowering students at the start of their educational journey? Join our dynamic team as a Variable Hours Lecturer in Pathways, where you ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our learners on entry level and Level 1 courses. Pathways programs are for young people aged 16-18 who may benefit from a preparatory period and transition year to support their progression. These programs may be suitable for learners who face barriers to learning due to previous educational experiences.
Lecturer in Pathways - Key Responsibilities:
* Inspire and Educate: Deliver engaging lessons that motivate students to reach their full potential.
* Curriculum Development: Craft innovative schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments that align with best practices.
* Student Enrichment: Contribute with enthusiasm to our enrichment programs, from organising study trips to hosting live projects.
* Pastoral Care: Support the diverse needs of our learners, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
* Community Engagement: Collaborate with local partners on meaningful projects that enhance learning and community ties.
* Continuous Improvement: Drive excellence in teaching, with a focus on improving retention, success rates, and overall student outcomes.
Lecturer in Pathways You:
We're looking for individuals who have:
* Passion for Teaching: A strong desire to help others succeed. While a teaching qualification is desirable, your enthusiasm and ability to inspire students matter most, we can support you through your teaching qualification.
* Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to inspire and motivate students from diverse backgrounds.
* Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Further Education Experience: Experience in Further Education is desirable but not essential.
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.
Lecturer in Pathways Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 37 days, pro rata annual leave for Academic Staff, including 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 Pathways 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 Pathways 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.
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