About you
You will be a qualified Physiotherapist who is registered with the HCPC. You will have experience of working in higher education and be able to evidence the ability to provide high quality learning environments, as seen through fellowship status and/or student feedback.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to lead a team of academics to deliver a high-quality student experience, while showing the ability to provide solutions to challenging situations while working within university policy and procedures. Evidencing the ability to work at a high standard while also leading and developing other staff members around you.
Your skills within learning and teaching will be clearly demonstrated through recent, successful module/course metrics and student voice feedback. The ability to synthesise this data and produce clear quality improvement plans in collaboration with deputy and head of school is key.
You will be able to demonstrate previous experience of engaging with external stakeholders/organisations that align to key aspects of course level quality assurance. For example, risk mitigation, professional statutory and regulatory body requirements, and placement/course capacity planning.
Qualifications
Essential;
1. Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject area of Physiotherapy
2. Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
3. Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or evidence of a submitted pending application/evidence mapped to fellowship criteria
Desirable;
4. Master’s degree in relevant subject
5. Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
Faculty
Physiotherapy will be located within the School of Health where it is joined by Occupational Therapy, Paramedic Science and Podiatry. It is an exciting time to join the University with the expansion of physiotherapy provision and routes into the profession.
You will be joining a supportive and committed team that works collaboratively across the wider faculty.
About Us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
6. Inclusivity : We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
7. Sustainability : We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
8. Aspiration : We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
9. Trust : We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
The University can consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position subject to eligibility requirements of the points-based system being met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.