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Lecturer in Health and Social Care (Maternity Cover)Location: ChippenhamSalary: £29,294 - £40,814 per year (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)Are you an experienced Health and Social Care professional looking to take the next step?Or do you hold a teaching or assessor qualification and want to inspire the next generation of carers, support workers, and healthcare professionals?If youre 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 real-world experience to a respected teaching team where your knowledge truly makes a difference.What We OfferSalary: £29,294 - £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)Contract Type: Fixed-Term for one year (Maternity Cover), Full Time37 hours per weekOutstanding Benefits Teachers Pension Schemeplan confidently for the futureGenerous Holiday Allowance37 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidaysCollege Closure & Wellbeing Daysincluding a fully paid 2-week Christmas breakEmployee Assistance Programmeconfidential 24/7 supportFree On-Site Gymsavailable at multiple campusesLifestyle Discountsretail, tech, travel and leisure offersCycle-to-Work Schemesave money and stay activeProfessional Developmentfunded qualifications and dedicated CPDAdditional Perksdiscounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offersA secure and supported roledesigned to help you build a long, fulfilling career.What Youll DoTeach and assess learners in Health and Social Care across a range of levelsDeliver engaging classroom-based and practical lessonsPrepare students for industry, apprenticeships, and further progressionMaintain a safe, professional learning environmentSupport learners confidence, skills, and knowledge to succeed in care settingsWhat Youll BringRelevant Health and Social Care qualifications (Level 3 or above)Strong practical experience in health, social care, or related settingsCurrent knowledge of industry standards, safeguarding, and best practiceTeaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential.Why Become a Lecturer?Share the skills youve gainedwhile gaining:A better work-life balanceStability that frontline work cant always provideA rewarding career where your impact lasts a lifetimeKeep your passion for care alivewithout the heavy physical demands or unpredictable hours.Empower the future of Health and Social CareIf youre ready for a secure, meaningful, and exciting career move, wed love to welcome you to the team. Apply todayand help train the next generation of carers and healthcare professionals.Closing Date: 07/01/2026PLEASE 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 RecruitmentWiltshire 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.Closing date: 7th January 2026Shortlist date: 8th January 2026Interview date: TBCTPBN1_UKTJ