Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

University of Salford (Personnel); Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy. The role involves leading high-quality teaching and fostering an inclusive community. Successful candidates will have substantial experience in occupational therapy education, supporting staff development, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance student experiences. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

32 days leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive professional development

Wellbeing support services

Lifestyle benefits and discounts

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• Dynamic academic with experience in education and leadership.
• A motivated, creative, and ambitious individual.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of excellent outcomes in occupational therapy education.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for programme development.
• Innovate practice-based learning opportunities.
• Engage with industry partners for research and knowledge exchange.
• Support staff development and mentorship.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Curriculum development

Collaboration with stakeholders

Inclusivity in education

Education

Experience in occupational therapy education

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at the University of Salford.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic academic at Senior Lecturer level with experience and expertise in occupational therapy education and leadership. Working with the Head of Subject, you will provide leadership and deliver high quality teaching and learning to deliver excellent outcomes and student experience across pre- and post-registration occupational therapy education, enterprise and research.

We are looking for a motivated, creative and ambitious academic, building on our strengths to meet the demands of a changing health and social care landscape. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career within an innovative, progressive and supportive environment with a range of opportunities for development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Directorate leadership team to lead delivery of excellent outcomes and student experience within occupational therapy and across disciplines.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to plan, design, develop and deliver a range of high-quality programmes of study at all levels.
• Support development and delivery of innovative, simulation and practice-based learning opportunities within our newly accredited occupational therapy programmes.
• Work with industry partners to innovate and identify and explore opportunities for enterprise, research and knowledge exchange.
• Foster the development of an inclusive community, using teaching approaches which encourage inclusivity, working in partnership with students to improve their sense of belonging, diversifying the curriculum and using approaches to inclusive assessment to close the award gap.
• Support staff development, mentorship and engage in line management of staff.

For an informal conversation please contact Dr Bethan Collins, Head of Occupational Therapy [e-mail]

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 18 August 2025.

About the School of Health and Society

With over 8,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact.

We offer programmes across a range of subjects including counselling, nursing and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
• Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
• Team Salford - join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities
• A rewarding career - where everything you do makes a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around us

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