Lecturer in Occupational Therapy (E&S)
Posting date: | 30 July 2024 |
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Salary: | £39,347 per year |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 26 August 2024 |
Location: | University Of Keele, Keele |
Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
Company: | Keele University |
Job type: | Contract |
Job reference: | KU00004215 |
Summary
Grade 8: Salary Range - £46,974 - £56,021
Full time - 1 year Fixed Term Contract
The Opportunity
The School of Allied Health Professions at Keele University are expanding their Occupational Therapy programme portfolio and seeking a creative, enthusiastic experienced Occupational Therapy (OT) Lecturer to join the team, initially on a 1 year fixed term contract. The post-holder will join a dedicated group of Occupational Therapy and other AHP academic staff in the growing School of Allied Health Professions (SAHP). The post-holder's scholarship activities will complement our existing AHP provision and expertise.
The successful candidate will play a key supporting role developing and delivering the portfolio of pre-registration Occupational Therapy programmes, which will include a level 6 apprenticeship, BSc and MSc pre-registration programme. The post holder will be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to the development of the occupational therapy services and have experience of teaching undergraduate and / or postgraduate AHP students.
Evolving AHP and Faculty resources include: excellent occupational therapy simulation facilities including an ADL suite, workshop and sensory room, bespoke health simulation area’s including ward environments and two “health houses” with live screening facilities. SAHP students enjoy interprofessional educational learning opportunities with other Faculty students including nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, paramedics etc.
The Benefits
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown.
The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.
The University
Situated at the heart of Keele University’s beautiful and vibrant campus, SAHP plays an active role contributing to Faculty and University developments. As a TEF Gold institution, Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, as well as innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. Further information can be found at http://www.keele.ac.uk. Keele has excellent transport links and is situated within an hour of the cities of Manchester and Birmingham.
Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.
For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies
Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.
Informal enquiries and/or visits to the School are welcomed:
Contact Dr Anne O’Brien (Head of School) on: 01782 734195 / a.v.o’brien@keele.ac.uk or
Dr Teresa Rushton (Senior Occupational Therapy Lecturer): 01782 738261 / t.j.rushton@keele.ac.uk
Interview date: 11th September 2024
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