Job Description

Applications are invited for the above temporary part-time post working in the School of Psychology and Sports Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative project between the School and British Isles DBT Training to deliver a national, NHS England funded, distance-learning programme of PG Dip training in DBT. This post will provide outstanding opportunities to develop skills in teaching, supervising and delivering DBT alongside international experts in the treatment. This post would suit an experienced DBT therapist interested in using their knowledge and experience to develop the next generation, or a graduate of the PG Diploma in DBT keen to develop their academic and clinical skills. You will work closely alongside the Deputy Directors and Programme Director to deliver the programme with a focus on delivering teaching; monitoring student progress; assignment marking. Opportunities to maintain clinical work within a DBT programme will be encouraged.



Candidates must be an accredited DBT therapist with the Society of DBT in the UK and Ireland. Experience of teaching psychological therapy at an HEI level would be a distinct advantage. The programme is distance-learning and is delivered totally online at present and so remote working is possible for this role.



The School of Psychology and Sport Science conducts world-leading research in cognitive neuroscience, clinical interventions, psychological wellbeing, elite performance, physical activity, and health and applied human physiology. In the recent Research Excellence Framework Exercise, 86% of Psychology outputs were rated as either 3 or 4. Bangor University is one of the only universities in Wales to hold Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework.



The University is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, situated on the North Wales coast between the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea, making it one of the most attractive university cities in the UK. Bangor University is proud of its Welsh heritage, yet it is also renowned for its approach to internationalisation.



Bangor University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from populations who are underrepresented. The School of Psychology and Sports Science currently has the Athena SWAN Bronze award and benefits from a large and diverse academic staff employing individuals from across the world. We are committed to being a flexible and supportive work environment that allows everyone to flourish.



The successful candidate will be expected to commence as soon as possible.



The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post.



This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.



Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.



This role will be located on campus at Bangor. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.



Applications will only be accepted via our online recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.



Informal enquiries can be made by contacting: Sarah Plum, Deputy Programme Director PG Dip in DBT; e-mail: s.plum@bangor.ac.uk Tel: 01248 388510.



Committed To Equal Opportunities.



Overview



The School of Psychology and Sports Science at Bangor University provides an excellent learning environment for our students both in-person and in virtual environments. The appointee will join a vibrant teaching team who are dedicated to pedagogical excellence. This award-winning team drives educational innovation across the department and the wider institute, and they are responsible for managing our renowned combination of pioneering teaching methods, exciting student experiences and supportive pastoral care. The appointee will be joining a strong team delivering the PG Dip in DBT, which is specifically designed to aid mental health professionals treating the most complex and high-risk clients to achieve accreditation with the Society of DBT in the UK and Ireland.



The appointee will work closely with the programme team to deliver this innovative distance-learning programme. The PG Dip is jointly delivered by the School of Psychology and Sport Science and British Isles DBT Training. Bangor University is specifically responsible for the assessment of all modules and the delivery of teaching in mindfulness and applied behavioural analysis. British Isles DBT training is responsible for the organisation and delivery of teaching of all DBT modules and for the recruitment and registration of students.





The Project



NHS England has commissioned this programme to train 150 mental health staff, drawn from across the seven HEE regions, annually. Ensuring successful training of this group of staff will require not only excellence in teaching but also in coordination of students and supporting them with the typical difficulties' implementation of a new psychological therapy brings to a service. The postholder will play a crucial role in supporting the high standards of assessment on the programme. This post offers an exciting opportunity to change the face of the delivery of DBT across the NHS in England and to work alongside experts in their field to develop skills.





Purpose of the Job


To teach at postgraduate level.


To develop teaching materials or methodologies, for example course design or assessment and contribute to module co-ordination.


To provide pastoral and academic support to undergraduate and postgraduate students.


To undertake administrative duties as designated by the Programme Director.




Main Duties and Responsibilities



Teaching duties will include:


Plan, prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials, responding effectively to a variety of student backgrounds, learning styles and class sizes.


Motivate students to proactive engagement in learning, and provide meaningful and constructive feedback on the quality of their work.


Keep abreast of new professional, educational and related social, economic and technological developments.


Contribute to the development of new programmes and module co-ordination.


Maintain and develop Scholarly activities in line with University and College strategies.


Publish evidence of scholarship related to learning and teaching in books, articles and/or papers in academic journals.

Administrative and Wider Contribution duties will include:


Participate in the student recruitment and induction procedures of the programme.


Contribute to the School's management, and participate in the administration of postgraduate programmes (e.g. contribute to accreditation/QA procedures).


Contribute to the marketing of the programmes by participating in marketing initiatives.


Undertake other administrative duties and responsibilities as directed by the Programme Director.




Other Duties and Responsibilities


The post holder will be expected to participate in performance review and developmental activities.


The post holder will be expected to comply with the University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University's Welsh Language Policy and the Welsh Language Standards.


Ensure continued development of personal knowledge and skills to ensure that teaching reflects current best practice.


The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for themselves and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by their actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.


The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their post.Person Specification



Qualifications/Training



Essential


Professional accreditation as a mental health professional.
Accredited DBT therapist with SfDBT.

Desirable


Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHE) or be close to the completion OR Recognised by the HEA as a Fellow / Recognised by Advance HE as a Fellow against Descriptor 2 of the UKPSF.

Experience/Knowledge



Essential


Effective teaching capability in DBT and / or psychological therapy.

Desirable


Experience of module development and delivery in higher education.
Experience of supervising undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
Evidence of scholarship relating to learning and teaching through publication of books, articles and/or papers in academic journals.
Evidence of Conference and/or seminar presentations on pedagogy.

Skills/Abilities



Essential


Ability to develop innovative and exciting approaches to teaching.
Ability to prioritise work load and work to deadlines.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Demonstrable IT Skills as required (e.g. VLE techniques and other forms of learning technologies).

Desirable


Trained to reliability in the DBT Adherence measure or working towards this.

Other



Essential


This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Desirable



The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role.General



The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.



We are a member of Advance HE's Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Silver award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University's policies, practices, and culture.



We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.



All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.



All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.



We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us. When you apply for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will able to live and work in the UK legally on the commencement date of the role should your application be successful. If you do not have the right to work freely in any position in the UK already, any offer of employment we will make to you will be subject to you obtaining a right to work visa. The following link provides information on the various visa routes into employment and the eligibility requirements (including switching visa status where permissible) https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are successful in your application we will discuss visa options with you at the time of making the offer of employment.



Please note that, in the event of applications being received from candidates on the University's Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.



Disclosure & Barring Service



This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

As Bangor University meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. DBS checks will be updated every 3 years.



Candidates should note that the University uses an external Umbrella body to process DBS checks. As such you should be aware that, if successful in your application, your name and e-mail contact details will be shared with the Umbrella body in order that they may contact you to start the application process.