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;
1. Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
Desirable;
2. Master’s degree in relevant subject
3. Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
4. Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale
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
5. Inclusivity : We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
6. Sustainability : We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
7. Aspiration : We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
8. 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 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.