Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire, Wiltshire, South West, UKLecturer in Health and Social Care (Maternity Cover)Location: ChippenhamSalary: £29,294 - £40,814 per year (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)Are you an experienced Health and Social Care professional looking to take the next step?Or do you hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire the next generation of carers, support workers, and healthcare professionals?If youre ready to share your expertise, enjoy a healthier work-life balance, and take pride in shaping future industry talent, this is the opportunity for you.Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your real-world experience to a respected teaching team where your knowledge truly makes a difference.What We OfferSalary: £29,294 - £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)Contract Type: Fixed-Term for one year (Maternity Cover), Full Time
37 hours per weekOutstanding Benefits Teachers Pension Scheme
plan confidently for the future
Generous Holiday Allowance
37 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays
College Closure & Wellbeing Days
including a fully paid 2-week Christmas break
Employee Assistance Programme
confidential 24/7 support
Free On-Site Gyms
available at multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts
retail, tech, travel and leisure offers
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
save money and stay active
Professional Development
funded qualifications and dedicated CPD
Additional Perks
discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offersA secure and supported role
designed to help you build a long, fulfilling career.What Youll Do
Teach and assess learners in Health and Social Care across a range of levels
Deliver engaging classroom-based and practical lessons
Prepare students for industry, apprenticeships, and further progression
Maintain a safe, professional learning environment
Support learners confidence, skills, and knowledge to succeed in care settingsWhat Youll Bring
Relevant Health and Social Care qualifications (Level 3 or above)
Strong practical experience in health, social care, or related settings
Current knowledge of industry standards, safeguarding, and best practice
Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential.Why Become a Lecturer?Share the skills youve gained
while gaining:
A better work-life balance
Stability that frontline work cant always provide
A rewarding career where your impact lasts a lifetimeKeep your passion for care alive
without the heavy physical demands or unpredictable hours.Empower the future of Health and Social CareIf youre ready for a secure, meaningful, and exciting career move, wed love to welcome you to the team. Apply today
and help train the next generation of carers and healthcare professionals.Closing Date: 07/01/2026PLEASE 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 RecruitmentWiltshire 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.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: 7th January 2026Shortlist date: 8th January 2026Interview date: TBCTPBN1_UKTJ