Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy (ATS1381)

UEA; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

44 days annual leave (pro rata)

Hybrid working

Generous pension scheme

Wellbeing facilities on campus

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

University of East Anglia invites applications for a part-time Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy. The role focuses on paediatric speech, language and communication needs, and evidence-based practice, contributing to the BSc programme and serving as an in-house practice educator during placements.

You will deliver modules, supervise dissertations, advise students, support recruitment, and undertake appropriate administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Registered Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC, and RCOT membership.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in paediatric SLT.
• Experience delivering high-quality education in higher education or clinical practice.
• Knowledge of paediatric dysphagia.

Responsibilities

• Organise, deliver and assess modules within the BSc in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Develop teaching and learning materials and supervise dissertations.
• Act as student adviser and support recruitment.
• Serve as in-house practice educator through the community clinic during placements.

Skills

Paediatric SLT

Teaching

Dissertation supervision

Student advising

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree or higher in relevant subject

Job description

Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy (ATS1381)

Salary will be £48,822 with an annual increment up to £56,535 per annum pro rata.

• Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy (ATS1381)

About the Role:

Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
School of Health Sciences
Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy
Ref: ATS1381
Starting salary from £48,822per annum (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £56,535per annum (pro rata).

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer with expertise in paediatric Speech and Language Therapy to join the School of Health Sciences.

The post will contribute teaching and assessment to the BSc in Speech and Language Therapy and to the wider School where required, primarily but not exclusively in content relevant to paediatric speech, language, and communication needs and evidence-based practice. You will serve as an in-house practice educator through our community clinic during placement windows.

You will take responsibility for the organisation, delivery, and assessment of modules within the programme, developing teaching and learning materials. You will also supervise dissertations, serve as a student adviser, support student recruitment, and undertake appropriate administrative duties within the School.

You will have a first degree (or equivalent) and hold a Masters or higher level academic qualification in a relevant subject area, along with current registration as a Speech and Language Therapist with the Health & Care Professions Council and membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. You will have extensive post-qualifying experience in paediatric speech and language therapy and evidence of delivering high-quality education in Higher Education and/or clinical practice. Knowledge of paediatric dysphagia is essential.

This part-time (0.6 FTE) post is available immediately on an indefinite basis, with the University term-time working pattern necessarily including Wednesdays, Thursdays, and either Mondays or Tuesdays. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Benefits include:

• 44days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Matthew Moreland, Associate Professor in Phonetics via [e-mail]

Salary will be £48,822 with an annual increment up to £56,535 per annum pro rata.

Salary on appointment will be £31,236 per annum, with an annual increment up to £37,694 per annum.

Starting salary from £31,236 with annual increment to £37,694 per annum pro rata.