Lecturer in Hospitality

The Vacancy

Lecturer in Hospitality

Wiltshire College & University Centre - Cross College/Salisbury Campus

Turn your hospitality experience into someone's future

Do you have a passion for hospitality and enjoy helping others develop their skills and confidence?

We're looking for an enthusiastic Lecturer in Hospitality to join our team at Salisbury Campus.

Whether you're an experienced lecturer or an industry professional looking to take your career in a new direction, this is an opportunity to share your knowledge, inspire learners and help prepare the next generation of hospitality professionals.

You'll bring your industry experience into the classroom and practical learning environment, helping learners develop the technical skills, professionalism and confidence they need to progress into employment, apprenticeships or further study.

What We Offer Salary:

Unqualified Lecturer: £29,294 per year, pro rata

Qualified Lecturer: £31,885 - £40,814 per year, pro rata (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)

Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time 26 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers' Pension Scheme - secure your future with an excellent pension
• Generous Holiday Allowance - 37 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 days, pro rata paid bank holidays
• College Closure & Wellbeing Days - including a fully paid 2-week, pro rata 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

What You'll Do

• Teach and assess learners across Level 2-3 Hospitality programmes and T Levels, where appropriate
• Deliver engaging, practical and industry-focused lessons
• Develop learners' technical, customer service and employability skills
• Support learners to achieve qualifications and progress into employment, apprenticeships or higher education
• Share your industry knowledge and real-world experience
• Help learners build confidence, professionalism and ambition
• Contribute to an inclusive, supportive and inspiring learning environment

What You'll Bring

• A relevant Level 3+ qualification in Hospitality, Catering, Hotel Management, Events, Food & Beverage or a related subject
• Strong hospitality knowledge and practical industry experience
• The ability to engage, motivate and support learners
• A passion for practical, inclusive and industry-relevant learning
• A Level 4 teaching qualification is welcomed, but not essential - we'll support you to gain one

Why Become a Hospitality Lecturer?

Share your experience. Inspire ambition. Build futures.

Enjoy a rewarding career where you can use your hospitality expertise to help others succeed - with the stability of education, excellent benefits, professional development and a healthier work-life balance.

Closing Date: 21/09/26 Safer Recruitment

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. The Company

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.

Testimonials

• Lily Raynor-Blundell
• Executive Director of Lackham

Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.

• Tiffany Maxwell
• Executive Assistant

As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.

• Arvil Pogson-Davis
• Health & Safety Manager

My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.

The Benefits

• Flexible Working
• Pension Scheme
• Training & Development
• Shopping Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme