Salary
£46,049 - £56,535 per annum
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full-Time
Job category/type
Permanent - Full-Time
Job reference
REC
The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
You will be located in the School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences, within the Faculty of Science and Health. All activities (education, research, innovation) within the school strategically align to our world leading research themes and centres: Culture, Behaviour, Inclusivity and Governance; Quality of Life, Health and Wellbeing; Extreme Environments and Occupational Performance; Physical Activity, Health and Rehabilitation; Centre for Comparative and Evolutionary Psychology; International Centre for Research in Forensic Psychology; Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity; Dog Cognition Centre, and Centre for Integrated Health and Wellbeing Research.
The school currently offers a range of taught courses including the following in Sport Psychology: BSc (Hons) Psychology of Sport and Performance; BSc (Hons) Applied Sport Psychology; and Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology. In addition to a variety of research degrees (MRes, MPhil, PhD) and campus-based courses, the school has a suite of partnership courses with: Premier League; The Professional Footballers Association; Institute of Optimal Nutrition; and International Management and Sports College, Singapore.
Key elements of the role:
* To work with colleagues and act as a team member to contribute to the delivery and design of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes responding to students' needs as member of a teaching team.
* Participate in teaching, scholarship, research / innovation in accordance with the School and Faculty objectives.
* To actively seek to enhance the student experience and student employability and enterprise opportunities.
* To support the school in its marketing, outreach and widening participation activities.
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 14 October 2025.
If you have any queries regarding this position please contact Mike Rayner at
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
* Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
* Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
* Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
* Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
* Excellent training and development opportunities.
* Staff wellbeing programmes.
* Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
* Discounted learning.
* Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
* The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.