Lecturer in Horticulture (Variable Hours)

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 pension
• Generous Holiday Entitlement - paid holiday accrued in line with hours worked
• 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 - access to funded training and CPD opportunities
• Additional 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 programmes
• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons covering horticultural principles and practices
• Develop schemes of learning, lesson plans, and assessment strategies that support outstanding learner achievement
• Deliver practical sessions across the College's horticultural facilities, helping students develop industry-standard skills
• Support students through enrichment activities, industry visits, competitions, and employer engagement opportunities
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to student enrolment and induction
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional practice
• Work 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 subject
• Industry experience or teaching experience within horticulture or the wider land-based sector
• Sound practical knowledge of plant cultivation, propagation, grounds maintenance, sustainable horticultural practices, and the safe operation of horticultural equipment
• A passion for helping learners develop practical skills and achieve their career ambitions
• Teaching 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 commitments
• The opportunity to inspire the next generation of horticulture professionals
• A rewarding teaching role without the commitment of full-time hours
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The 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.

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.

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