Senior Lecturer in Allied Health (Speech and Language Therapy) (Post Ref: NU5526)

The School of Nursing and Allied Health (SoNAH) at Birmingham Newman University is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Allied Health (Speech and Language Therapy) to join our expanding academic team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in the development of a new pre-registration Speech and Language Therapy programme within a rapidly growing School of Nursing and Allied Health. Working closely with the Head of School and Head of Subject – Allied Health, the successful candidate will contribute to the design, development and implementation of an innovative, contemporary and future-focused curriculum that prepares graduates to meet the evolving needs of individuals, families and communities across health, education and social care settings.

Would you like the opportunity to help shape a new Speech and Language Therapy programme from its inception and make a lasting contribution to the education of future Speech and Language Therapists? Do you want to become part of an ambitious and supportive School with a clear commitment to educational excellence, interprofessional learning, innovation and student success?

The successful post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues, employers, practice partners, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies, the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Experts by Experience and other key stakeholders to create an outstanding programme that reflects the needs of contemporary practice and the future workforce. The role will include curriculum design, module development, programme leadership activity, validation preparation, partnership working, recruitment and the development of high-quality learning, teaching and assessment strategies.

We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for education, programme development and professional leadership. Applicants should demonstrate substantial experience within Speech and Language Therapy practice together with the ability to work strategically, build partnerships and contribute to the development of high-quality educational provision. Experience of curriculum development, programme validation, practice learning, quality assurance, research, scholarship or leadership within healthcare or higher education would be particularly advantageous.

Applicants must hold a recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy and current HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist. Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is required, together with a commitment to maintaining professional registration and continuing professional development. Applicants should also hold a recognised teaching qualification, HEA Fellowship, or be able to demonstrate substantial experience of higher education teaching and learning.

The benefits of working in the School of Nursing and Allied Health at Birmingham Newman University include:

• A friendly and supportive academic community committed to excellence in healthcare education.
• The opportunity to shape and develop a brand-new Speech and Language Therapy programme.
• Strong partnerships with employers, healthcare providers and communities across the region.
• Modern learning and teaching facilities including contemporary clinical skills and simulation environments.
• Strong interprofessional learning opportunities across Nursing and Allied Health disciplines.
• A values-driven institutional culture founded on inclusion, social justice, respect and student success.
• Opportunities for professional development, scholarship, leadership and innovation.

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Dr Annabel Masson, Head of Subject – Allied Health, at a.masson@staff.newman.ac.uk or Ronnie Meechan, Head of School (Associate Dean) Nursing & Allied Health, at r.meechan@staff.newman.ac.uk, to discuss the role further.

Further details about this role are available from: recruitment@newman.ac.uk.

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(Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process unless explicitly stated).

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities.