External Examiner – PGCert First Contact Practice

Health Sciences University (HSU) is seeking to appoint an External Examiner for its course: PGCert First Contact Practice

The appointment will start in May 2026 with a normal tenure of 4 academic years.

Previous external examining experience is strongly preferred but not essential. Applicants must have knowledge and understanding of the UK sector agreed reference points for the maintenance of academic standards and the assurance and enhancement of quality at FHEQ Levels 7. Applicants must have competence and experience in the field of teaching and learning in HE and have knowledge or experience in teaching or supporting healthcare professionals working in primary care settings.

Full criteria for the appointment and expectations of the role can be found in our External Examining Policy. A fee is payable in line with the sector norms and reasonable expenses will also be covered, subject to standard HMRC regulations.

Please note that all appointments are subject to verification of eligibility to work in the UK, as per UK Visas and Immigration requirements

How to apply

If you are interested and eligible for the role, please contact the Course Lead, Cathy Wilde, to express your interest by email to cathy.wilde@hsu.ac.uk by Monday 20th April 2026

Please include the following information:
1. CV, including details of any other External Examining appointments you currently hold and have previously held, including the start and end dates of these appointments
2. Details of any involvement you have had with Health Sciences University (formerly known as AECC University College) and/or the University College of Osteopathy (UCO) in the past 5 years.

Your data will be held and not processed for any purpose other than that for which it has been obtained, in accordance with current Data Protection Legislation until this recruitment process has concluded. Should you be unsuccessful in your application your data will be destroyed securely.

Opening date:

23 March 2026

Closing date:

20 April 2026

Salary range



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