About you
The successful candidate will be hardworking, passionate about your profession and a team player. This is demonstrated through your high standards relating to quality and your efficient use of time within your work.
You must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, and ideally be educated to at least MSc level with evidence of active continuing professional development. Those without a master’s will still be considered for this post.
You will have clinical experience that allows you to enrich the student experience on a UK based Physiotherapy curriculum, ensuring learners are ready for their future careers.
Evidence of experience relating to working with higher education learners either in educational or clinical settings is essential.
As an individual that possesses a contemporary, research informed and forward-thinking approach to physiotherapy practice, you will be able to work as part of a wider team for support. You will have an awareness of the quality assurance processes involved in physiotherapy education and how to implement good practice and monitor these throughout.
Experience of providing successful supervision to dissertation students and ongoing pastoral student support is desirable. Support and training on internal systems and process will be provided.
A high level of organisation and prioritisation skills are essential to this role, 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;
1. Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
2. Relevant professional qualification required. HCPC Physiotherapist registered
3. Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale
Desirable;
4. Master’s degree in relevant subject
5. Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
Faculty
Physiotherapy 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 professions within the subject area include Occupational Therapy, Public Health, Social Work, 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
6. Inclusivity : We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
7. Sustainability : We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
8. Aspiration : We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
9. 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 asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
The University can consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position subject to eligibility requirements of the points-based system being met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.