Job Description

Job Reference

0964-25

Date Posted

Thursday 31 July 2025

Application Closing Date

Thursday 14 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Location

Preston Campus

Salary

41,671 to 48,149 per annum pro rata

Basis

Part Time

Contract Type

Fixed Term until 27 October 2026 to provide temporary cover

Job Category / Type

Academic / Research

School / Service

School of Health, Social Work and Sport

Hours

14.80 hours per week

Interview Date

Tuesday 2 September 2025

Job details

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By joining the University of Lancashire, you'll become part of a thriving community of talent that's united by a shared vision - to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

An opportunity has arisen within the School of Health, Social Work and Sport, for a Part-Time Lecturer in Sports Therapy. The School is home to a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and CPD opportunities and we are proud of our commitment to delivering courses and CPD opportunities with a strong research, industry, and practitioner-inspired teaching philosophy.

About you:

The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of modules within BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy. We are looking for a candidate with industry experience who is passionate about enhancing the Sports Therapy provision offered to our students. You must possess excellent communication skills, have an innovative and flexible approach to teaching and learning, and the ability to relate to a diverse range of students and practitioners in a variety of settings from elite sport to the public sector. Experience of working within the field of Sports Therapy is essential. You must possess an undergraduate degree and be a currently practicing Sports Therapist accredited by The Society of Sports Therapists (SST) or equivalent. A clear understanding of the profession, the professional body (SST) and its current developmental direction, is essential.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits - from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.


We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.


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