Job Description

We are the University of Cumbria,

for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.


Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets;

People, Place and Partnerships

, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.


The University of Cumbria has extensive experience in delivering high quality paramedic education across the UK. The University of Cumbria has extensive experience in delivering high quality paramedic education across the UK. Currently we have over 1000 learners on CPD programmes with formal contracts with 9 out of the 11 English ambulance services, as well as an open access paramedic course at our Lancaster campus. This pedigree in paramedic education has led to the creation of the Centre of Excellence in Paramedic Practice (CEPP), which recently won the Preferred Provider Status for the Southern Ambulance Alliance (SWAST, SCAS, SECAMB, LAS, IoW), East of England Ambulance Service and North West Ambulance Service for paramedic degree apprenticeships.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly motivated team developing and leading the delivery of our BSc Paramedic Science programme. You would be joining a team with vast experience of Undergraduate Paramedic Education, who have also a proven track record of excellent student satisfaction feedback.


You will develop positive working relationships with NHS Trusts and other organisations. The University has previously been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education Outstanding Employer Engagement Award and this is reflected through the collaborative working with several organisations. You will demonstrate enthusiasm for practice-based education and their specialty, and have a willingness to utilise a range of e-learning technologies and other strategies in order to affect the provision of high-quality learning opportunities and the best possible student experience.


The University is committed to nurturing an environment where its employees, students and visitors are treated fairly and with respect at all times. We recognise that if we provide a fully inclusive working and studying environment, we will enable everyone to perform to the best of their ability. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference will lead to improvements for everyone, including:

A more diverse staff and student population; A better working and studying environment; Attracting and retaining the very best staff and students; Achieving the University mission, vision and values; Meeting and exceeding the challenging targets and performance indicators in the University corporate plan.

This role will play a crucial part in changing the shape of ambulance service education within the UK and we are looking for someone that is willing to be creative and innovate. The CEPP is also committed to ensuring that all provision is delivered from a position of inclusivity. Inclusion is one of the key fundamental values that a successful applicant must demonstrate. Leading cultural change and challenging the current disparities within the paramedic profession will form a key part of this role.

Informal Enquiries:

Stewart Ralph, Principal Lecturer. Email: stewart.ralph@cumbria.ac.uk. Tel: +441228242775


We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality teachers, researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.


In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including

35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

,

25 research and scholarly activity days

, support for professional development,

support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation

, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

Further details:

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

Job Details
Department
Centre for Excellence in Paramedic Practice
Location
Lancaster
Starting Salary
44,122 with incremental progression to 55,755
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Release Date
Thursday 12 June 2025
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Thursday 26 June 2025
Interview Date
Wednesday 02 July 2025
Reference
XX146425