Lecturer in Criminology

Location: Salisbury

Salary: £29,294 - £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)

Are you a passionate Criminology professional who enjoys exploring crime, justice, and society while inspiring learners to think critically about the world around them? Do you want to help students develop the knowledge and analytical skills that can shape meaningful careers in criminal justice, law, and social research?

Whether youre an experienced Criminology lecturer or a subject specialist ready to move into teaching, this is a rewarding opportunity to influence lives through education.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your expertise to a supportive, learner-focused environment where your teaching has real impact.

What We Offer

Salary:£29,294 £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: 26thJanuary 2026

Shortlist date: 27thJanuary 2026

Interview date: TBC

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