Lecturer in Automotive

Are you passionate about the automotive industry and keen to inspire the next generation? Whether you're an experienced lecturer or an industry professional looking to move into teaching, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and help students develop the practical skills, technical knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in the automotive industry.

We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in vehicle maintenance and repair, automotive engineering, diagnostics, vehicle systems, electrics, hybrid and electric vehicles, or related areas.

Please note:

This is a Variable Hours position, with work currently required on Mondays and Wednesdays, subject to curriculum delivery.

Salary:

Unqualified: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay

Qualified: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay

Contract Type:
Variable Hours - currently required on Monday and Wednesday

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

• Teach and assess Automotive students
• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical sessions
• Develop lesson plans and learning materials
• Support students' progress, achievement, and employability
• Develop students' practical skills and understanding of automotive technologies
• Contribute to enrichment, industry visits, and employer engagement
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practice
• Work collaboratively to provide an outstanding learner experience

• Relevant qualification and/or industry experience in an automotive subject
• Strong practical and technical knowledge of automotive systems
• Experience in vehicle maintenance, repair, diagnostics, engineering, or a related field
• A passion for inspiring and supporting learners
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safe and professional working practices
• Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential – experienced automotive professionals are encouraged to apply

• Work on Mondays and Wednesdays, providing flexibility around other commitments
• Share your industry expertise with the next generation
• Make a real difference to students' futures
• Bring your practical automotive experience into the classroom and workshop
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and CPD

Turn your automotive expertise into inspiration for tomorrow's automotive professionals.

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 children's 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: 07/10/26