Job Description

Department: School of Science, Technology and Health


Location: York


Salary: 39,906 to 48,822 per annum pro rata


Hours: 22.2


Closing Date: Tuesday 09 September 2025 at midnight


Interview Date: Thursday 25 September 2025


Reference: 138-25

Part time permanent

Location: York

Salary:

39,906 to 48,822

per annum (23,943 to 29,293 pro rata)

York St John is an ambitious, modern university located in the historic heart of York, and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.


As one of the fastest-growing universities in the U.K. in recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunities through education and contributing our talents to create a fairer world and a more prosperous region. We are placing inspirational learning and impactful research at the centre of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our well-established team within the School of Science, Technology & Health, to work across both the MSc and BSc Occupational Therapy programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to and shape the delivery of high-quality education for the next generation of occupational therapists.


The successful candidate will join the existing team of nine lecturers to contribute to curriculum development, student support and programme delivery. The successful candidate will be supported by a skilled and enthusiastic team at the university to develop teaching, learning, and research skills and knowledge within Occupational Therapy.

Key Requirements

Successful candidates should have contemporary knowledge and experience of occupational therapy and hold current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Occupational Therapist. A postgraduate qualification is essential to enable you to work across BSc and MSc programmes.


Experience in Higher Education, programme development, or the ability to establish external partnerships would be a significant advantage.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, please get in touch with Miranda Thew, Professional Course Lead for Occupational Therapy, m.thew@yorksj.ac.uk, or Kerry Edwards, Associate Head: Head of Allied Health, k.edwards2@yorksj.ac.uk.


It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation.


This role may be eligible for sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria.




We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.


If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)


Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -

Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants) Pension scheme Health Cash Plan after six months service Employee Assistance Programme Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software Relocation expenses package for certain roles Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.


Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees


Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.


Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.

Closing Date -

Tuesday 09 September 2025 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date -

Thursday 25 September 2025