Job summary
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Physiotherapist educator to undertake the temporary role of Lecturer in Physiotherapy, with the School of Nursing and Allied Health, joining our highly professional, committed and student focused academic community at the end of February. This could be an ideal opportunity for someone looking to gain University experience within a gold rated teaching excellence framework.
The post is part-time (0.8fte), for up to one year covering a period of maternity leave, based on the Chichester campus; we will consider a secondment.
Main duties of the job
As a Physiotherapy Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, the working year will be divided between teaching, teaching-related administration, assessment and research. You will contribute to the delivery of Physiotherapy education enhancing the student experience on all physio programmes; providing students with a high-quality, research informed educational experience leading to an understanding of healthcare practice and the achievement of both academic and professional qualifications. You will also contribute to innovative interprofessional projects within the school and wider collaborations.
About us
The University of Chichester is a dynamic, supportive and ambitious institution with clear values and a long history in Higher Education
We are a top 40 UK University who prides itself on our sense of community, including an excellent staff experience. We have a great reputation for providing students and staff alike with the opportunity to achieve excellence within a stimulating and supportive environment.
We strive to nurture and facilitate a working environment where all colleagues are equally valued, truly supported and duly recognised for their contribution.
All of our staff, irrespective of their role, are instrumental in achieving our University mission and vision.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Function of the Post:
Lecturers will contribute as a member of the teaching team in a developing capacity, with the assistance of a mentor and/or senior colleague if required, within the area of physiotherapy in the Institute of Sport. You will work collaboratively with both academic and clinical colleagues to ensure effective teaching and clinical placements to prepare students for work and enhance employability within physiotherapy.
Principal Accountabilities:
As a Physiotherapy Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, the working year will be divided between teaching, teaching-related administration, assessment and research in such proportions as may be decided by the Head of Area, after appropriate consultation, in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Academic staff. You will contribute to the delivery of Physiotherapy education enhancing the student experience on both Undergraduate and Postgraduate Physiotherapy programmes; providing students with a high-quality, research informed educational experience leading to an understanding of healthcare practice and the achievement of both academic and professional qualifications. You will also contribute to developments in response to the professional and interprofessional agendas, and support collaborations with clinical colleagues to develop and prepare appropriate clinical placements including educational audit and clinical liaison. The role will also involve a contribution to the wider Institute of Applied Sciences, including income generation activities, student recruitment and, where appropriate, support other departments within the University.
View the full job profile via the University of Chichester website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Function of the Post:
Lecturers will contribute as a member of the teaching team in a developing capacity, with the assistance of a mentor and/or senior colleague if required, within the area of physiotherapy in the Institute of Sport. You will work collaboratively with both academic and clinical colleagues to ensure effective teaching and clinical placements to prepare students for work and enhance employability within physiotherapy.
Principal Accountabilities:
As a Physiotherapy Lecturer in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, the working year will be divided between teaching, teaching-related administration, assessment and research in such proportions as may be decided by the Head of Area, after appropriate consultation, in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Academic staff. You will contribute to the delivery of Physiotherapy education enhancing the student experience on both Undergraduate and Postgraduate Physiotherapy programmes; providing students with a high-quality, research informed educational experience leading to an understanding of healthcare practice and the achievement of both academic and professional qualifications. You will also contribute to developments in response to the professional and interprofessional agendas, and support collaborations with clinical colleagues to develop and prepare appropriate clinical placements including educational audit and clinical liaison. The role will also involve a contribution to the wider Institute of Applied Sciences, including income generation activities, student recruitment and, where appropriate, support other departments within the University.
View the full job profile via the University of Chichester website.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good relevant undergraduate degree with further professional or academic qualifications at Masters level in Physiotherapy.
- Practicing Physiotherapist currently on HCPC register for minimum of 2 years.
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
- Qualified Teacher Status/HE teaching qualification/willingness to undertake the
- Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education/Academic Professional within an agreed timeframe.
- Breadth of knowledge in critical life functions and organs and how their pathology impacts on physiotherapeutic interventions for inpatients and outpatients.
- Knowledge of current initiatives underpinning cardio-respiratory physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Working towards a Doctorate or willingness to undertake within an agreed timeframe.
- Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
- Membership of relevant specialist interest group(s) (e.g ACPICR, ICCrPT, ACPRC)
Skills
Essential
- Foster creative approaches when responding to teaching, learning and scholarship challenges and contribute to the development of a culture of innovation and enterprise.
- Excellent teaching methods and presentation skills, supporting blended learning for students.
- Evidence of sound administrative, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to develop areas of interest in physiotherapy.
- Able to effectively use online VLE such as Moodle and use it to support creative and informative learning sessions.
Desirable
- Research and/or enterprise skills in physiotherapy.
- Clinical Education (e.g. supervising student placements)
Experience
Essential
- Previous teaching/training experience, able to develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and assess learning in cardio-respiratory and -pulmonary related modules within physiotherapy programmes.
- Able to identify the need for developing the content or structure of the subject area/module and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
- Current experience of working in the NHS and/or HEI in the clinical area of cardio-respiratory and pulmonary conditions.
Desirable
- Research portfolio aligned with subject area.
- Success of income-generating activities.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Pro-active and self-motivated, able to show initiative as well as work well with others effectively.
- Able to motivate, enthuse and develop students.
- Able to work successfully with a variety of different post holders at different levels across the University.
- Willing to demonstrate commitment and support for the Universitys People and Learning, Teaching and Student Experience Strategy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good relevant undergraduate degree with further professional or academic qualifications at Masters level in Physiotherapy.
- Practicing Physiotherapist currently on HCPC register for minimum of 2 years.
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
- Qualified Teacher Status/HE teaching qualification/willingness to undertake the
- Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education/Academic Professional within an agreed timeframe.
- Breadth of knowledge in critical life functions and organs and how their pathology impacts on physiotherapeutic interventions for inpatients and outpatients.
- Knowledge of current initiatives underpinning cardio-respiratory physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Working towards a Doctorate or willingness to undertake within an agreed timeframe.
- Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
- Membership of relevant specialist interest group(s) (e.g ACPICR, ICCrPT, ACPRC)
Skills
Essential
- Foster creative approaches when responding to teaching, learning and scholarship challenges and contribute to the development of a culture of innovation and enterprise.
- Excellent teaching methods and presentation skills, supporting blended learning for students.
- Evidence of sound administrative, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to develop areas of interest in physiotherapy.
- Able to effectively use online VLE such as Moodle and use it to support creative and informative learning sessions.
Desirable
- Research and/or enterprise skills in physiotherapy.
- Clinical Education (e.g. supervising student placements)
Experience
Essential
- Previous teaching/training experience, able to develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and assess learning in cardio-respiratory and -pulmonary related modules within physiotherapy programmes.
- Able to identify the need for developing the content or structure of the subject area/module and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
- Current experience of working in the NHS and/or HEI in the clinical area of cardio-respiratory and pulmonary conditions.
Desirable
- Research portfolio aligned with subject area.
- Success of income-generating activities.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Pro-active and self-motivated, able to show initiative as well as work well with others effectively.
- Able to motivate, enthuse and develop students.
- Able to work successfully with a variety of different post holders at different levels across the University.
- Willing to demonstrate commitment and support for the Universitys People and Learning, Teaching and Student Experience Strategy.
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
