FTE: Various full time or part time working hours available. Exact working hours can be discussed at interview and you may wish to indicate your preference on your application form.
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: UH8 £40,322 to £51,034 pro rata pa depending on skills and experience
Location: College Lane Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
The School is particularly supportive of applicants who may wish to job share and / or work part time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and dynamic Physiotherapy team within the School of Health and Social Work. You will play an essential role both in the delivery of our educational programmes and supporting students gaining the skills to succeed.
Main duties and responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced HCPC registered Physiotherapist. You will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of mainly pre-registration Physiotherapy students at the University and support them whilst they are on their practice placement. You will utilise current evidence-base to underpin teaching and learning activities. You may participate in development and reviews of programmes including inter-professional developments across the School and contribute to pre or postgraduate curriculum developments helping to shape or lead modules as required.
You will contribute to the administration of the School by undertaking additional roles, such as joining teams involved in admissions, timetabling or programme support. You will also be expected to undertake and contribute to Physiotherapy research where relevant.
You will liaise with and maintain good relationships with colleagues across the School and University.
Skills and Experience
You will be an experienced practising Physiotherapist with the HCPC, and this post would suit a Physiotherapist with educational experience or those wishing to further develop a career in this area. You will have a breadth of relevant physiotherapy practice and a specialist interest in patient care and physiotherapy research.
Your application will demonstrate a sustained interest and knowledge of contemporary Physiotherapy practice and it is essential that you have good oral and written communication skills and be proficient in the English language. You will demonstrate a willingness to support physiotherapy research and be able to work effectively as part of a team. You will be able to work without close supervision, be organised, take initiative and be self-motivating, and be adaptable to change and flexible in your approach. You must be willing to contribute to inter-professional teaching and learning activities, with an interest in evidence-based healthcare.
Qualifications required
The successful applicant will hold an honours degree in (or equivalent level 6 qualification) in physiotherapy and hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject or demonstrate substantial clinical experience. It is essential that you are HCPC registered.
Disclosure and Barring Service
The University requires that the successful applicant who is offered employment may require a DBS at a later date due to the nature of the work involved.
Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: , please contact Jayne Bartholomew, Professional Lead Physiotherapy 01707 284976 (j.e.bartholomew@herts.ac.uk) or Prof Karen Beeton, Head of Department on 07534 912131 (k.s.beeton@herts.ac.uk) Reference number: 034977