Lecturer in Travel and Tourism

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: £28,168 - £39,244 per annum, pro rata (Academic Grade 4 13) (Dependant on skills, qualifications and experience)

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Close Date: 06th July 2025

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism to join our team.

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

The Role:

Are you passionate about shaping the future of travel and tourism professionals? Wiltshire College & University Centre invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Travel & Tourism. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality education and nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

In this role, you will:

• Teach across a range of Travel & Tourism courses, including units such as customer service, aviation operations, sustainable tourism, events, and global destinations.
• Create dynamic, interactive lessons that reflect current industry trends and employer expectations.
• Support learners in developing professional and personal skills that prepare them for successful careers.
• Take part in curriculum development, student enrichment activities, and community or industry partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging curriculum content in travel and tourism subjects.
• Foster a stimulating learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students to ensure their holistic development.
• Contribute to the design and assessment of course modules, ensuring alignment with industry standards and educational goals.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings, committees, and other college-wide initiatives.

You:

The ideal candidate will hold:

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Travel & Tourism or a related field.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education or vocational training settings preferred.
• A teaching qualification (or a willingness to work towards one).
• Industry experience and/or recognised professional qualifications would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Enthusiasm for innovation in teaching methods and curriculum development.

Join us in inspiring the next generation of travel and tourism professionals at Wiltshire College & University Centre. Together, we can make a difference in shaping the future of the industry.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 37 days, pro rata annual leave for Academic Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Application Process:

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.

To submit your application for this exciting opportunity, please click Apply now. Applications for this role close on the 06th July 2025.

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.