Lecturer in Criminology
New Yesterday
£40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience) Contract Type: Full Time
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Outstanding Benefits Teachers Pension Scheme
secure your future with an excellent pension Generous Holiday Allowance
37 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays College Closure & Wellbeing Days
including a fully paid 2-week 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 A stable, rewarding teaching role
designed to support your wellbeing and long-term career. What Youll Do Teach and assess learners across Criminology and related programmes (including Level 3 and/or Higher Education provision) Deliver engaging, contemporary lessons exploring crime, deviance, punishment, and the criminal justice system Support learners to develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills Create inclusive and stimulating learning environments that encourage discussion and debate Track learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback to support achievement Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and learner wellbeing What Youll Bring A relevant qualification in Criminology or a closely related discipline (Level 6 or above preferred) Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for criminological theory and real-world application Experience teaching, tutoring, or supporting learners in an educational setting A commitment to inclusive, student-centred teaching A teaching qualification is welcomed
but if you dont have one yet, well support you to gain it while you work Why Become a Lecturer? Make a real difference
and enjoy: A healthier work-life balance A stable and respected career in education The opportunity to inspire the next generation of criminal justice professionals A meaningful role where curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking grow every day Help learners understand crime, justice, and society
and their place within it. Inspire minds. Shape futures. Teach Criminology. If youre ready to take on a fulfilling and impactful role in higher education, wed love to hear from you. Closing Date: 26th January 2026 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, 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 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 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: 26 th January 2026 Shortlist date: 27 th January 2026 Interview date: TBC
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education