About this role
Lecturer in Horticulture (Variable Hours)
Chippenham
£21.13 - £25.34 per hour, plus holiday pay
Are you passionate about horticulture and inspiring the next generation of growers, landscapers, and land-based professionals? Are you an experienced horticulturist looking for a flexible teaching opportunity, or an established lecturer seeking a role that fits around your other commitments?
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and help shape the future of students studying Horticulture and Land-Based programmes. You'll deliver engaging learning experiences that develop students' practical skills, technical knowledge, and understanding of sustainable horticultural practices, preparing them for careers within the industry or further study.
Whether you're an experienced Horticulture lecturer or a skilled industry professional ready to move into teaching, this is an exciting opportunity to share your expertise in a supportive and well-equipped land-based environment. You'll encourage students to develop confidence, professionalism, and practical skills through hands-on learning across our outstanding Lackham campus.
We're particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in Further Education (FE), schools, commercial horticulture, landscaping, garden design, grounds maintenance, nursery production, or estate management. If you have a passion for horticulture and want to inspire the next generation, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: This is a Variable Hours position, with teaching hours dependent on curriculum delivery.
What We Offer
Salary:
Unqualified: £21.13 per hour plus holiday pay
Qualified: £25.34 per hour plus holiday pay
Contract Type: Variable Hours
Hours offered as required during term time, subject to curriculum delivery and student recruitment.
Outstanding Benefits
Teachers' Pension Scheme – secure your future with an excellent pensionGenerous Holiday Entitlement – paid holiday accrued in line with hours workedEmployee Assistance Programme – confidential support whenever you need itFree On-Site Gyms – available across multiple campusesLifestyle Discounts – savings on retail, travel, tech and moreCycle-to-Work Scheme – save money and stay activeProfessional Development – access to funded training and CPD opportunitiesAdditional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attraction offers
A flexible, rewarding teaching role where you can inspire the future of the horticulture industry.
What You'll Do
Teach and assess students studying Horticulture and Land-Based programmesDeliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons covering horticultural principles and practicesDevelop schemes of learning, lesson plans, and assessment strategies that support outstanding learner achievementDeliver practical sessions across the College's horticultural facilities, helping students develop industry-standard skillsSupport students through enrichment activities, industry visits, competitions, and employer engagement opportunitiesProvide pastoral support and contribute to student enrolment and inductionMaintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practiceWork collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an outstanding learner experience
What You'll Bring
A degree or higher technical qualification in Horticulture, Garden Design, Landscape Management, or a related land-based subjectIndustry experience or teaching experience within horticulture or the wider land-based sectorSound practical knowledge of plant cultivation, propagation, grounds maintenance, sustainable horticultural practices, and the safe operation of horticultural equipmentA passion for helping learners develop practical skills and achieve their career ambitionsTeaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential—we welcome applications from experienced industry professionals looking to move into education
Why Become a Lecturer?
Continue doing what you love—while gaining:
Flexibility to balance teaching with industry, consultancy, or personal commitmentsThe opportunity to inspire the next generation of horticulture professionalsA rewarding teaching role without the commitment of full-time hoursA supportive and collaborative working environmentThe chance to share your industry expertise and make a lasting difference
Turn your horticultural expertise into inspiration for tomorrow's land-based professionals.
Inspire the next generation of horticulture professionals
If you're ready for a flexible, rewarding, and inspiring new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 16/08/2026
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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.
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