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Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
| Posting date: | 22 January 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,105 to £43,878 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2025 |
| Location: | NN1 5PH |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Northampton |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | UN5164 |
Summary
About the job
We have 1.6FTE of vacancies as part of this recruitment process, please state your preferred amount of working days/hours as part of your application
Interview date: TBC (proposed 24 February 2025)
The University of Northampton is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Lecturer to join our Occupational Therapy team. This is an exciting time to join the University as we look to expand our Occupational Therapy provision in the near future.
The post will include engaging with learning, teaching and assessment on modules within Occupational Therapy. The University of Northampton’s teaching ethos is underpinned by a contemporary and research informed approach, utilising active blended learning to enhance student engagement and develop the critical problem-solving skills required in current and future practice.
The post requires effective communication across the faculty to develop teaching and learning that embeds inter professional collaboration, service user engagement and simulation-based learning within our modern campus environment.
You will be supported by an existing programme team and be in a position to provide learners with expert subject knowledge as well as supportive pastoral advice. You will have opportunities to engage with practice partners and clinical educators through the post, to ensure an ongoing high quality placement experience for students across a variety of sectors and settings.
For further information regarding the vacancies, please email Deborah Hewson at professionalleadOT@northampton.ac.uk
Whilst remote working is available for this post the number of days per week will vary during each semester depending on the requirements of the post, this will be discussed in more detail at interview.
This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.
About you
You must be a qualified Occupational Therapist and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council alongside having evidence of active continuing professional development and experience in practice.
You will ideally have experience in Occupational Therapy education and possess a contemporary, research informed and forward-thinking approach to Occupational Therapy practice. You should have a willingness to be involved in providing supervision to dissertation students, ongoing pastoral student support and involvement in student recruitment events.
You will have an awareness of the quality assurance processes involved in Occupational Therapy education and how to implement good practice and monitor these.
A high level of organisation and prioritisation skills are essential to enable effective time management of tasks within different work streams to required deadlines. You will utilise effective communication skills to work collaboratively across a variety of professional teams.
Qualifications
Essential;
Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
Desirable;
Master’s degree in relevant subject
Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to work
All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
Together @ UON - Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
UON’s Major Commitments:
Disability Confident
Standalone Pledge
IHRA Working Definition
For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON
We have 1.6FTE of vacancies as part of this recruitment process, please state your preferred amount of working days/hours as part of your application
Interview date: TBC (proposed 24 February 2025)
The University of Northampton is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Lecturer to join our Occupational Therapy team. This is an exciting time to join the University as we look to expand our Occupational Therapy provision in the near future.
The post will include engaging with learning, teaching and assessment on modules within Occupational Therapy. The University of Northampton’s teaching ethos is underpinned by a contemporary and research informed approach, utilising active blended learning to enhance student engagement and develop the critical problem-solving skills required in current and future practice.
The post requires effective communication across the faculty to develop teaching and learning that embeds inter professional collaboration, service user engagement and simulation-based learning within our modern campus environment.
You will be supported by an existing programme team and be in a position to provide learners with expert subject knowledge as well as supportive pastoral advice. You will have opportunities to engage with practice partners and clinical educators through the post, to ensure an ongoing high quality placement experience for students across a variety of sectors and settings.
For further information regarding the vacancies, please email Deborah Hewson at professionalleadOT@northampton.ac.uk
Whilst remote working is available for this post the number of days per week will vary during each semester depending on the requirements of the post, this will be discussed in more detail at interview.
This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.
About you
You must be a qualified Occupational Therapist and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council alongside having evidence of active continuing professional development and experience in practice.
You will ideally have experience in Occupational Therapy education and possess a contemporary, research informed and forward-thinking approach to Occupational Therapy practice. You should have a willingness to be involved in providing supervision to dissertation students, ongoing pastoral student support and involvement in student recruitment events.
You will have an awareness of the quality assurance processes involved in Occupational Therapy education and how to implement good practice and monitor these.
A high level of organisation and prioritisation skills are essential to enable effective time management of tasks within different work streams to required deadlines. You will utilise effective communication skills to work collaboratively across a variety of professional teams.
Qualifications
Essential;
Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
Desirable;
Master’s degree in relevant subject
Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to work
All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
Together @ UON - Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
UON’s Major Commitments:
Disability Confident
Standalone Pledge
IHRA Working Definition
For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON
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