Job Type
Full Time Permanent, Part Time Permanent
Salary
£39,105 - £43878 per annum, pro rata
Location
Waterside Campus
Closing Date
03-11-2024
Ref No
UN5065
Documents
About the job
1 x full time post (1.0FTE)
2 x part time posts (0.6FTE) - other fractional posts will be considered
Interview date: 18 November 2024
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 [email protected]
We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.
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;
Desirable;
Faculty
Occupational Therapy sits within the Social, Therapies and Communities subject group, which is part of the Faculty of Health, Education and Society. You will be joining a team which is supportive and committed to your professional development. Other health professions at the university include Physiotherapy, Public Health, Social Work, Nursing, Paramedic Science, Midwifery, Dental Nursing and Health and Social Care.
About us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
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
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.
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.
Together @ UON Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.
Commitments Include:
UON's Major Commitments:
For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON