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Lecturer in Health, Care & Early Years (Variable Hours)


Job Location:

Trowbridge - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 30000 - 30000
Posted: 2 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lecturer in Health Care & Early Years (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre Trowbridge Campus

Are you passionate about Health Care or Early Years and keen to inspire the next generation Whether youre an experienced lecturer or an industry professional looking to move into teaching wed love to hear from you.

Were particularly interested in candidates with experience in Early Years Education and Childcare Health and Social Care Nursing and Healthcare Allied Health Professions Childrens Services Community and Public Health or related areas.

This is a flexible opportunity for industry professionals experienced lecturers and practitioners who would like to contribute to teaching on a variable-hours basis. Opportunities may arise due to curriculum growth specialist delivery needs staff absence cover or project-based work.

What We Offer

Salary:
Unqualified: 21.13 per hour plus holiday pay
Qualified: 25.34 per hour plus holiday pay

Contract Type: Variable Hours

Hours offered as required during term time subject to curriculum delivery and learner requirements.

Benefits

  • Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free on-site gyms
  • Lifestyle discounts
  • Cycle-to-Work Scheme
  • Professional development and CPD opportunities

What Youll Do

As part of our Flexible Teaching Pool you may be asked to:

  • Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across Health Care and Early Years programmes.
  • Support learners to develop the knowledge skills and behaviours required for further study and employment.
  • Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
  • Share current industry practice and professional expertise.
  • Contribute to positive learner experiences and outcomes.

What Youll Bring

  • A Level 3 qualification or higher and/or industry experience in Health Care or Early Years
  • Strong knowledge of your specialist area
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A passion for supporting learners to achieve their potential
  • Commitment to safeguarding inclusion and equality
  • Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential

Experienced professionals looking to take their first steps into teaching are encouraged to apply with support and development available.

Why Join Us

  • Flexible teaching opportunities around your existing commitments
  • Share your professional expertise with the next generation
  • Make a real difference to students futures
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and CPD

Inspire the next generation of Health Care & Early Years professionals

If you are an experienced Health Care or Early Years professional looking for a flexible teaching opportunity we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 13/10/26

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.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

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.

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

Testimonials

  • Lily Raynor-Blundell
  • Executive Director of Lackham

Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience offering opportunities for personal and professional growth whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.

  • Tiffany Maxwell
  • Executive Assistant

As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.

  • Arvil Pogson-Davis
  • Health & Safety Manager

My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.

The Benefits

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme

Training & Development

Shopping Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Vehicle Scheme


Required Experience:

IC