Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering 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 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 11,500 students.

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.

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 professional—such as a recent graduate with strong technical knowledge and a passion for education—or 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.

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.

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 UK’s first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.
Contact: Recruitment@Wiltshire.ac.u