Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery

Location: Southwick

Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery

Location:

Trowbridge

Salary:
Up to £22,061 per year, plus a Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus of £3,000 pro rata

Are you an experienced Carpentry & Joinery professional looking to take the next step? Or do you hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire the next generation of carpenters and joiners?

If you’re ready to share your expertise, enjoy a healthier work-life balance, and take pride in shaping future industry talent, this is the opportunity for you.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your trade knowledge to a respected teaching team where your real-world experience truly matters.

What We Offer
Salary:
Up to £22,061 per year, plus a Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus of £3,000 pro rata

Contract Type:
Permanent, Part Time 22.5 hours per week

Year-Round Employment:
No unpaid breaks between contracts

Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme – plan confidently for the future

• Generous Holiday Allowance – 37 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 pro rata bank holidays

• College Closure & Wellbeing Days – including a fully paid 2-week pro rata Christmas break

• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential 24/7 support

• Free On-Site Gyms – available at multiple campuses

• Lifestyle Discounts – retail, tech, travel and leisure offers

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme – save money and stay active

• Professional Development – funded qualifications and dedicated CPD

• Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers

A secure and supported role — designed to help you build a long, fulfilling career.

What You’ll Do

• Teach and assess learners in Carpentry & Joinery at a range of levels

• Deliver engaging practical and classroom-based lessons

• Prepare students for industry, apprenticeships, and future progression

• Maintain a safe, professional workshop and learning environment

• Support learners’ confidence, skills, and trade-ready knowledge

What You’ll Bring

• A Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent)

• Strong practical background in carpentry, joinery, or related construction roles

• Current knowledge of industry standards and practices

(Teaching qualifications are welcomed — but if you don’t have one yet, we’ll support you to achieve it while you work!)

Why Become a Lecturer?
Share the skills you’ve gained — while gaining:

• A better work-life balance

• Stability that site work can’t always provide

• A rewarding career where your impact lasts a lifetime

Keep your passion for the trade alive — without the heavy physical demands or unpredictable hours.

Empower the future of the construction industry

If you’re ready for a secure, meaningful, and exciting career move, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Closing date: 28th June 2026

Shortlist date: 29th June 2026

Interview date: TBC