Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Occupational Therapy

Birmingham Newman University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Would you like the opportunity to play a vital role in the design and delivery of Occupational Therapy provision within the School of Nursing and Allied Health at Birmingham Newman University? Do you want to become part of a team with a clear commitment to outstanding education and support for our students and each other?

If so, we are seeking existing Occupational Therapy lecturers or experienced clinicians who are student-focused, approachable, and willing to contribute to the development of the Birmingham Newman University portfolio and vision of Allied Health and Nursing programmes.

Candidates should have an up-to-date knowledge of Occupational Therapy education or practice and a commitment to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is afforded equality of opportunity. Applicants will also need to demonstrate that they have either a recognised teaching qualification or HEA fellowship or a willingness to work towards this. Applicants will need to be a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, hold current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist and be committed to maintaining this.

The benefits of working in the School of Nursing & Allied Health at Birmingham Newman University include:

1. Smaller cohort sizes
2. Single campus facilitating high visibility of staff for students
3. Modern learning and teaching facilities including a brand-new state-of-the-art simulation centre and therapy spaces
4. A clear institutional ethos based on respect for others, social justice and equity

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Dr Annabel Masson, Head of Subject, Allied Health [e-mail] or Ronnie Meechan, Head of School (Associate Dean) Nursing & Allied Health [e-mail] to discuss the role further.

An application form and further details about this role are available from: newman.ac.uk/jobs or alternatively please e-mail: [e-mail]

(Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process unless explicitly stated).

Closing date for applications: 11^th April 2025
Interviews will take place on: 8^th May 2025

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services, and staff development opportunities. Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on our website: https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ or please contact the Human Resources Department.

Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.