Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join our team.

Location: Salisbury Wiltshire

Salary: 28168 - 39244 per annum (Academic Grade 4 13) plus a 3000 specialist Skills Shortage Bonus (dependant on skills qualifications and experience)

Job Type: Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week 52 weeks per year

Close Date: Friday 20th June 2025

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires 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 11500students.

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering The Role:

Do you have a passion for Mechanical Engineering and a knack for explaining complex ideas in a way that sparks curiosity and confidence Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join our dynamic Engineering department. This opportunity is ideal for either an early-career professionalsuch as a recent graduate with strong technical knowledge and a passion for educationor an experienced engineer considering a rewarding career move into teaching and training.

This is a chance to play a key role in developing the next generation of engineering professionals sharing your expertise in a collaborative and forward-thinking educational environment.

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging industry-relevant lessons to FE and HE engineering students.
• Bring the subject to life through real-world case studies lab work and project-based learning.
• Guide and mentor students through coursework projects and career choices.
• Contribute to curriculum development helping to keep our programs cutting-edge and employer relevant.
• Work closely with an enthusiastic supportive team across engineering disciplines.

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering You:

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject.
• Industry experience that you can draw on to enrich your teaching.
• A teaching qualification (or a willingness to gain one with our support).
• A passion for education and a commitment to helping every learner succeed.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a forward-thinking college with growing investment in STEM education.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities including CAD/CAM labs CNC workshops and 3D printing tech.
• Excellent CPD opportunities and support to gain or develop teaching qualifications.
• Generous holidays pension scheme and wellbeing support.

At Wiltshire College & University Centre we believe technical education changes lives. If you are ready to share your expertise and shape the next generation of mechanical engineers we would love to hear from you.

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 37days 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 Mechanical Engineering - 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 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.

To submit your application for this exciting Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering opportunity please click Apply now.

Applications for this role close on the 20th June 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 locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.

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 UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.