Lecturer Occupational Therapy

The University Of Wolverhampton; Walsall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Walsall is seeking a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy to support learners through various qualification routes. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering coursework, personal tutoring, and assessing student placements. Candidates must have a relevant degree and be registered as an Occupational Therapist. The position is full-time and permanent, located at Walsall Campus. Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits are offered, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Long Service Recognition

Complimentary will drafting

IT & Mobile Discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Gym membership discounts

Eyecare Support

Free flu vaccinations

Paycare Health Benefit Plan

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible & Agile Working

Free On-site Parking

Cycle Benefits Scheme

Employee Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to support networks

Qualifications

• Experience in occupational therapy practice is essential.
• Formal teaching experience preferred but not essential.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver teaching and learning activities.
• Support and assess students in placement.
• Engage in innovative teaching and research activities.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of occupational therapy practice

Effective teamwork

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant professional qualification or undergraduate degree

Job description

The University of Wolverhampton is now seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy to join the existing Occupational Therapy and wider Allied Health academic teaching team.

We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist within the Department of Allied Health to support and facilitate learners throughout their studies to become an Occupational Therapist via the direct entry, apprenticeship, and Masters routes to qualification.

The role of the Lecturer in Occupational Therapy involves preparation and delivery of teaching and learning activity on various aspects of the courses including the delivery of skills, personal tutoring, assessment and support of students in placement. A commitment to innovative teaching and research activities within Occupational Therapy are a requirement of the post in order to contribute towards the OT portfolio and the profile of the faculty.

The successful applicant will have extensive experience and knowledge of occupational therapy practice and will be familiar with the requirements of the Occupational Therapist. Effective teamwork and excellent communication skills are essential. Familiarity with the support of occupational therapy students would be beneficial and formal teaching experience is preferred but is not essential. Applicants who do not hold a teaching qualification would be expected to work towards one and a commitment to achieving Fellowship with Advance HE is a requirement if recognition has not already been achieved.

Applicants must hold a relevant professional qualification or undergraduate degree and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Occupational Therapist is essential.

This is a full time, permanent post and is based at Walsall Campus, although cross campus travel and travel to practice placement areas will be expected at times.

Please see the job description and person specification relevant to the post of Lecturer in Occupational Therapy for full details of the post requirements.

Date for interview: tbc

For further information or an informal discussion with regards to this post please contact:

Jo Carruthers, Head of Allied Health, University of Wolverhampton, at: [e-mail]

Staff Benefits

Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme– with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition– £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service– Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts– EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support– 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts– at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers– Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan– Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms– Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working– Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking– available across campuses.
• Cycle Benefits Scheme– Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts– Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts– Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion– Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access– Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme– Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level.
• Leadership and Management Development– Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.