Job Description

Job details

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Responsible to


Head of Discipline for Therapy and Rehabilitation


Location


Kedleston Road, Derby Campus


Closing date


Sunday 10 August 2025


Salary


38,249 to 55,755 per annum


Job grade


HE Lecturer/Senior Lecturer


Reference


0083-25


Contract type


Permanent


Post type


Full-time


Adaptive working type


Onsite

This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.



About the University
We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.



The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.



We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.



Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.


About the College/Department
The College of Health, Psychology and Social Care upholds the overall mission of the University by providing high quality, accessible learning opportunities. We are committed to the Widening Participation agenda and have a good record of meeting the needs of local stakeholders.



The post is based in the School of Allied Health and Social care, one of three Schools within the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. However, the post holder will also be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues across different disciplines within the College.



You will join the Discipline of Therapy and Rehabilitation which has a strong history of providing high quality teaching and learning experiences for both pre and post-registration students. You will work with a highly motivated team who are enthusiastic about ensuring a high quality student experience whilst studying at the University of Derby.


About the role
The successful candidate will join our team of enthusiastic, committed and friendly staff who deliver innovative teaching, learning and assessment across our a range of modules / subject areas within the portfolio of Therapy and Rehabilitation including undergraduate, postgraduate, and degree apprenticeships programmes. It is an exciting time to join this developing team to help shape Physiotherapy education within the University of Derby.



You will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of teaching in accordance with the university's strategic objectives in order to provide an exceptional student experience. You will work with the programme teams and Head of Discipline to ensure that curriculum development, quality management and enhancement comply with required standards. You will ensure that research informs and inspires an evidence led curriculum and teaching.

Anticipated Interview Dates: 4th & 5th September 2025

About You
We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist who has a strong level of experience within the field of Physiotherapy. You must hold an Honours Degree or Master Degree in relevant Physiotherapy and must be registered with the HCPC as a Physiotherapist. You should have experience of education and delivering teaching to pre or post registration students. You may also have experience in a specialist area of practice such as cardio-respiratory or neurological rehabilitation.



You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and conceptual ideas in ways that engage and inspire a diverse range of learners. With a commitment to delivering a high-quality student experience, you'll take a proactive approach to your own professional development and seek continuous enhancement in your teaching practice. You'll be digitally confident, with practical experience of using tools and platforms that support student learning. Importantly, you'll demonstrate behaviours that align with the University's values, including a strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging. As someone who thrives in a high-performance culture, you'll be motivated to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence.


Principal accountabilities
Effectively teach and facilitate learning on a range of subjects / modules within the subject area on undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes.

Ensure that knowledge from research and scholarly activities informs and enhances learning and teaching, as well as extending it to appropriate external activities such as knowledge transfer activities.

Ensure that module / programme design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University.

Participate effectively in the assessment process, including the setting, marking and moderation of student work, providing constructive feedback and ensuring it is in accordance with quality assurance procedures.

Participate in the continuing review and development of module/programme delivery, incorporating innovative study modes, learning environments and pedagogic practices to engage and stimulate students, deliver effective learning outcomes and develop the skills and attributes of the 'Derby Graduate'.

Take on relevant module leader and/or programme leader responsibilities, including associated marketing, recruitment, delivery and ongoing programme development activities.

Engage in individual research and collaborate both internally and externally on research projects that are consistent with the College, and contribute to influencing leading edge practice in the University and contribution to the REF.

Sustain and enhance the reputation of the University by publishing in appropriate quality journals and presenting at scholarly activities such as workshops, conferences and other similar events.

Develop and maintain contacts and relationship with relevant professional, research and industrial organisations.

Contribute to writing bids for externally funded research projects.

Act as a personal tutor, supporting and mentoring students as appropriate.

Provide pastoral care to students, referring when necessary to services that provide further support.

Support marketing and student recruitment activities as required.

Develop external links in order, for example, to support student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work, generate income or build relationships for future activities.

Be responsible for administrative duties in areas such as admissions, timetabling, examinations and assessment of progress and student attendance.

Contribute to effective cross College / University working.

Observe and implement University policies and procedures.

Person specification###

Essential Criteria

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Qualifications

Honours Degree in relevant subject discipline Fellowship of the Advanced HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards (within 24 months) PhD (or submitted and awaiting examination) or equivalence professional level of knowledge and experience in a relevant subject area Subject specific qualifications / knowledge
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Experience

Learning / Teaching:


Experience or knowledge of quality assurance and validation of HE modules / programmes Experience or knowledge of higher education and ability to use a range of delivery techniques to inspire and engage students

Research / Scholarship:


Significant experience of own discipline to enable the development of new knowledge and understanding within the field Experience of research / enterprise activity
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Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

An appropriate level of digital capability and aptitude with practical experience of applications which aid student learning Ability to communicate complex and conceptual ideas to a range of groups Proficient in using IT to support own work and for application to technology-enhanced learning / teaching and research activities Excellent written and oral communication skills including networking and relationship building skills, both across the University and externally Able to demonstrate both independent self-management and team working Able to work with competing priorities and to tight deadlines Demonstrates competences, core behaviours and supplementary behaviours that support and promote the University's core values Demonstrates professionalism in learning / teaching and the values of the UK Professional Standards Framework for HE A sound understanding of the current higher education environment and its implications for the student learning experience A sound understanding of the employability agenda and its relevance to learners and the curriculum A sound understanding of internationalisation and its relevance for learners and the curriculum Flexible to the needs of others Innovative and creative Committed to continual enhancement and a high-quality student experience Committed to a high-performance culture, fostering continuous improvement and driving quality
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Business Requirements

Able to take a flexible approach to work + Travel between sites and occasionally overseas for research or teaching
+ Some evening and occasional weekend teaching
+ Attendance at Open Days, Graduation events etc.
+ A commitment to own professional development
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata) Teacher's Pension Scheme Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers Discounted onsite gym Cycle to Work scheme A flexible working environment A commitment to personal and professional development

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Key contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Kathryn Cassidy, Head of Discipline for Therapy and Rehabilitation via k.cassidy1@derby.ac.uk or Helen Roberts, Assistant Head of Discipline/Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy via h.roberts@derby.ac.uk


For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk.


Important information####

Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (38,700 per annum).



If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:


Your job is on the Immigration Salary List You're under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training You have a PhD level qualification that's relevant to your job The role you are applying for is a postdoctoral position
Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.



For more information, visit Applying from Overseas.




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DBS check

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.



Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.



To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.




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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation.



We are Disability Confident Employers, demonstrating our commitment to disability inclusion, and invite applicants to highlight adjustments they may require to ensure equitable participation in our recruitment processes.



Further, we are committed to ensuring an environment which is trans and non-binary-inclusive for all our staff, students, partners, and visitors, and continuously review our policies, guidance and training.



When applying to join the University, you can choose your preferred title, including the gender-neutral title 'Mx'. We also ask our candidates if they would like to share their preferred pronouns. This is voluntary but demonstrates our commitment to inclusivity for trans and non-binary candidates. Once employed, you can add pronouns and preferred names onto our system.



The University of Derby undertakes anonymised shortlisting during the staff recruitment process. This means that, when shortlisting, panel members will not be able to see an applicant's name and will see an applicant number instead. This demonstrates the practical steps we are taking to remove barriers to recruitment by minimising the possible impact of our unconscious bias.



However you identify, we actively celebrate the knowledge, experience and talents each person brings. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds; therefore we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who will help our leaders and teams be more reflective of our student population.



For more information on equity, diversity and inclusion at the University of Derby, please visit our website.





A university that celebrates you

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Environmental Sustainability

At the University of Derby, we are passionate about embedding sustainability into everything that we do. We aim to bring environmental sustainability into all aspects of the University, including teaching, research and operational activities. In line with the University's strategic framework, we expect all our staff to embed sustainability into their working practices and support the University's objective to reach net zero carbon by 2050.





Environment and sustainability


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