Lecturer in IT/Computing
Wiltshire College & University Centre – Salisbury Campus
Are you a passionate IT/Computing professional with experience in areas such as software development, networking, cyber security, digital technologies, systems support, data, or computing education? Do you enjoy helping others develop technical confidence, problem-solving abilities, and the digital skills needed for a successful future in the technology sector?
Do you want to inspire the next generation of learners to develop the knowledge, technical expertise, creativity, and professional behaviours required to succeed in fast-moving and exciting digital industries?
Whether you’re an experienced lecturer or an IT/Computing professional looking to move into teaching, this is a rewarding opportunity to share your expertise and help shape future digital professionals.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your experience to a supportive, learner-focused environment where your knowledge and passion will make a real difference every day.
What We Offer
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Unqualified Lecturer: £29,294 per year
Qualified Lecturer: £31,885 - £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)
??? Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
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Teachers’ Pension Scheme – secure your future with an excellent pension- Generous Holiday Allowance – 37 days paid annual leave + 8 days paid bank holidays
- College Closure & Wellbeing Days – including a fully paid 2-week Christmas break
- Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support whenever you need it
- Free On-Site Gyms – available across multiple campuses
- Lifestyle Discounts – savings on retail, travel, tech and more
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme – save money and stay active
- Professional Development – fully funded qualifications and structured CPD
- Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers
A stable, rewarding teaching role — designed to support your wellbeing and long-term career.
What You’ll Do
- Teach and assess learners across IT and Computing programmes, including full-time study programmes, vocational qualifications, and enrichment activities
- Deliver engaging and inclusive sessions across classroom-based, workshop, and practical digital learning environments
- Support learners in developing key technical skills such as programming, networking, cyber security awareness, hardware and software troubleshooting, systems analysis, and digital problem-solving
- Embed current knowledge of the IT and Computing sector, including emerging technologies, digital professionalism, cyber awareness, equality, diversity, and employability skills
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, learner support, and professionalism
- Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement, progression, and career readiness
What You’ll Bring
- A Level 3 or above qualification in IT, Computing, Computer Science, Digital Technologies, Cyber Security, Software Development, Networking, or a related subject
- Relevant industry experience within IT/Computing role, such as software development, technical support, networking, cyber security, systems administration, data, or wider digital technology environments
- Knowledge of current industry practices, digital trends, employability skills, and learner development
- Experience supporting, mentoring, coaching, or developing others in a professional setting
- A teaching qualification is welcomed — but if you don’t have one yet, we’ll support you to achieve it while you work
? Why Become a Lecturer?
Make a real difference — and enjoy:
- A healthier work-life balance
- A stable and respected career in education
- The opportunity to shape the next generation of IT and Computing professionals
- A meaningful role where technical confidence, digital skills, and career ambitions are developed every step of the way
Help learners develop the knowledge, technical ability, and confidence needed to thrive in rewarding digital and technology careers.
? Inspire learning. Shape futures. Teach IT & Computing.
If you’re ready to take on a fulfilling and rewarding role in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 04/06/26
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, located at the bottom of this page as 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.
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.
INDAD
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.
