Education Adviser

Home based role and able to travel and meet the requirements of this role (subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which includes a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps).

Due to expansion of the team, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking and dynamic individual with knowledge of both physiotherapy and healthcare education to take on the role of Education Adviser within the Workforce and Education team.

In this role, you will undertake quality assurance and enhancement work with providers of physiotherapy education and will progress project work in areas aligned with developments in UK physiotherapy education. The role has a particular focus on ensuring innovative approaches to curriculum design and practice education, whilst taking account of changing patient needs, population health, service delivery models, and contemporary developments in physiotherapy practice. The post holder will work with members to engage with developments relating to education delivery, commissioning and workforce planning; and support Higher Education Institutions in creating new pre- and post-registration programmes that support the creation of a physiotherapy workforce fit for the future.

You will also contribute to broader CSP education activity. This includes formulating position statements in key policy areas, undertaking education review processes, and continuing to strengthen our links with physiotherapy education providers across the UK, again taking account of changes across health and social care and the university sector. In this role, you will work with other members of the CSP across the directorates to support corporate activity in line with the CSP's corporate strategy.

The post will suit someone with a developed knowledge of physiotherapy and healthcare education, who has the insight and skills to pick up project briefs swiftly and to progress activity to completion within tight timeframes. It requires someone with strong skills in networking, project management, communication, negotiation, policy analysis, and drafting accessible written materials. We are particularly seeking someone who has experience in the post-graduate physiotherapy education space.

The role is home-based; however, you will be required to travel regularly across the UK, including to the CSP London office, to meet the requirements of this role.

Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational, and trade union body for the UK's 65,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students, and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion, and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to be the best at everything we do. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusivity, and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, Christmas office closure between 25 December to 01 January, and a generous pension scheme with a 12% employer contribution.

To enable our employees to balance their individual, family, and work-life, we would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with shortlisted candidates (subject to business needs).

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 10am, 26^th November 2024

Interview date: Monday 16^th December (Virtual on MS Teams)

If you require any adjustments during the application stage, please email the Human Resources team at hr@csp.org.uk.

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages.