Lecturer in Motorsport Engineering

Lecturer in Motorsport Engineering Chippenham £29,294 per year plus a £3,000 pro rata Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus Qualified Lecturer: £31,885 - £40,814 per year Are you a passionate Motorsport Engineering professional with experience in race vehicle preparation, motorsport systems, vehicle dynamics, performance engineering, diagnostics, fabrication, or motorsport technologies? Do you enjoy supporting others to develop the technical knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed for successful careers within the fast-paced motorsport industry? Based between our Chippenham Campus and our specialist Castle Combe Campus, located within the iconic Castle Combe Race Circuit, you'll teach in a unique motorsport environment where learners benefit from both outstanding engineering facilities and direct links to one of the UK's most recognised racing venues. With access to specialist workshops and industry-focused resources, you'll help students develop the practical, technical, and professional skills employers are looking for in today's motorsport and automotive sectors. Do you want to inspire the next generation of motorsport engineers by helping learners develop industry-relevant skills, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of modern motorsport engineering principles and technologies? Whether you're an experienced lecturer or a Motorsport Engineering professional looking to move into teaching, this is a rewarding opportunity to share your expertise and help shape the future motorsport workforce. What We Offer Salary: Unqualified Lecturer:

£29,294 per year plus a £3,000 pro rata Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus Qualified Lecturer:

£31,885 - £40,814 per year

(Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience)

plus a £3,000 pro rata Specialist Skills Shortage Bonus Contract Type:

Permanent, 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 days paid 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 Motorsport Engineering programmes, delivering both theoretical and practical learning activities Deliver engaging and inclusive sessions within classrooms, workshops, garages, and specialist engineering environments Support learners to develop knowledge and skills in race vehicle systems, engine and chassis technologies, diagnostics, fabrication, motorsport electronics, vehicle dynamics, data acquisition, and engineering practices Embed current motorsport industry knowledge, emerging technologies, health and safety, sustainability, and professional standards into learning Maintain high standards of safeguarding, learner support, and professionalism Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement, progression, and career readiness What Youll Bring A degree in Motorsport Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field. Relevant industry experience within motorsport, automotive performance, race team operations, vehicle preparation, engineering, diagnostics, fabrication, or related sectors Knowledge of current motorsport engineering practices, technologies, and industry expectations Experience supporting, mentoring, coaching, or developing others in a professional or technical environment A teaching qualification is welcomed

but if you dont have one yet, well support you to achieve 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 shape the next generation of Motorsport Engineering professionals A meaningful role where technical expertise, innovation, and career ambitions are developed every step of the way Help learners build the technical skills, confidence, and professional behaviours needed to succeed in the exciting and highly competitive motorsport industry. Inspire performance. Shape futures. Teach Motorsport Engineering. If youre ready to take on a fulfilling and rewarding role in education, wed love to hear from you. Closing Date: 06/09/26 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.

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