Lecturer in Animal Care

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

Location: Lackham Wiltshire

Salary: 28168 - 39244 per annum (Academic Grade 4 13) (dependant on skills qualifications and experience)

Job Type: Fixed Term until 26th June 2026

Full Time 37 hours per week 52 weeks per year

Close Date: 8th July 2025

Interview Date: 11th July 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 Animal Care The Role:

Wiltshire College & University Centre is a leading provider of education and training in the region dedicated to offering a broad range of courses that empower students to achieve their full potential. We are committed to excellence in teaching learning and providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all our staff and students.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lecturer in Animal Care to join our dedicated team as we continue to expand our successful T-Level programme in Animal Care & Management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality education in Animal Care and to inspire the next generation of animal care professionals.

Located on a stunning 500-acre campus in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside Lackham provides an exceptional environment for both teaching and learning. Our campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including a large Animal Centre and an advanced Agri-tech centre ensuring that our staff and students have access to the best resources available.

Lecturer in Animal Care - Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and informative lectures practical sessions and tutorials across a range of Animal Care courses.
• Develop and update curriculum materials to ensure they are current and relevant.
• Assess and evaluate students work providing constructive feedback to support their learning and development.
• Contribute to the planning and development of the Animal Care program including participation in team meetings and curriculum development activities.
• Provide pastoral care and support to students helping to create a positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Stay abreast of the latest industry developments and integrate this knowledge into teaching practices.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
• Engage with industry professionals and organisations to enhance the learning experience and employability of students.

Lecturer in Animal Care You:

We are looking for candidates who are not only experts in their field but also enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring. The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant degree in Animal Care or a closely related field (applicants with a Level 3 qualification and relevant prior experience will also be considered).
• Prior experience of teaching animal care animal science and/or animal husbandry within a post-16 environment.
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

At Wiltshire College & University Centre we are more than just a college; we are a community dedicated to excellence in land-based education. By joining our team you will be part of a forward-thinking institution that values innovation collaboration and the professional growth of both our staff and students.

Join us at Wiltshire College & University Centre and be part of a team that is passionate about education and committed to making a difference.

Lecturer in Animal Care 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 Animal Care - 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 Animal Care opportunity please click Apply now.

Applications for this role close on the 8th July 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.