School of Nursing and Allied Health
We are looking for a full time Senior Lecturer in Speech and Language to continue to develop then deliver a new BSc (Hons) Speech and Language course that commences teaching in September 2026. Senior Lecturers contribute to teaching, quality assurance compliance, partnership working, research and income generation in the school. As this is a new area to the school, the appointed post holder will be involved in progressing the course forward through a successful validation, student recruitment and implementation of the curriculum. You will have knowledge, experience and skills within the field of Speech & Language Therapy and ideally experience of practice education. You will share your expert professional knowledge to a broader audience thus ensuring a curriculum which is contemporary and prepares all learners to engage in any aspect of Speech and Language therapy whilst working closely with and developing relationships with employer partners.
About you
You will have knowledge, experience and skills within the field of Speech & Language Therapy with a broad understanding of educational practices, particular in work related learning.
You will be motivated, proactive and engage with collaborative working both as a team and with wider partners. We aim to ensure that we equip our graduates with the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace upon graduation and throughout their professional careers. As such, we not only focus on the acquisition of caring science knowledge, but also on vital transferable skills, such as compassionate leadership and robust digital skills.
Evidence of any of the following will be an advantage: Masters level education, Fellowship of Higher Education Academy, Publications in peer-reviewed journals, consultancy delivery and development, research income generation, or the desire and potential to develop in these areas.
Successful applicants will have:
1. Degree and/or Postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent Speech and Language Therapy qualification)
2. Current HCPC registration with no restrictions
3. Recent Clinical practice experience in the UK
4. Experience of practice education or supporting/supervising/teaching students in Higher Education
5. Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
6. Recent UK based clinical practice experience.
7. Experience of practice education or supporting/supervising/teaching students in Higher Education.
8. Demonstrable evidence of continuing professional development.
9. Recognised teaching qualification OR be willing to work towards gaining one.
10. Knowledge of professional body accreditation processes including approval and re-approval and reporting processes.
About the team
You will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience as high-quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational. You’ll need to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and positively within a small academic team, you will develop your skills and knowledge as an academic including excellent teaching methods with the ability to develop a variety of approaches to learning and teaching that is student-centred, inclusive and flexible.
Our mission is to provide outstanding education for the future Nursing and Allied Health Workforce in a face to face supportive and interprofessional community.
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We are a top 30 UK University who prides itself on our sense of community, including an excellent staff experience and opportunity for cross school research.
In addition to your salary we offer a competitive reward package with a range of and discounts which include:
11. Defined Benefit pension scheme via our provider the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. Your own monthly contributions are enhanced with employer contributions and a substantial automatic lump sum life cover scheme enhancement.
12. A paid closure period over the Christmas break is in addition to our generous holiday allowance of 35 days pro rata with bank holidays too and an occupational sickness scheme.
13. There’s also an on-site gym; a cycle purchase salary sacrifice scheme; subsidised bus travel between our Bognor and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff and extensive personal / professional training opportunities throughout the year.
Enquiries are welcomed by Dr Nita Muir, Head of the School of Nursing and Allied Health on N.Muir@chi.ac.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 9th November 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.