Senior Lecturer (Teaching) & Course Leader / Principal Lecturer (Teaching) & Course Leader in Operating Department Practice

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced HCPC-registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join our growing academic team within the School of Health & Wellbeing at the University of Worcester. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the development of our new BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice programme, including both the traditional and apprenticeship pathways, in the role of Course Leader. You will play a key part in advancing perioperative education and supporting workforce transformation.

Depending on skills and experience, the successful candidate will be appointed as either a Senior Lecturer (Teaching) & Course Leader or a Principal Lecturer (Teaching) & Course Leader. At Principal Lecturer level, the postholder will also provide academic leadership to the ODP team and the wider department of Allied Health.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop BSc and apprenticeship curriculum, lead and manage the ODP subject area, including day-to-day operations and quality assurance.
• Design, deliver and assess high-quality, innovative teaching and learning materials, including blended learning approaches.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations and contribute to assessment processes.
• Act as Personal Academic Tutor and support student development.
• Engage with recruitment and selection activities.
• Undertake academic administrative responsibilities and contribute to School and University committees.
• Participate in scholarly activity, CPD, and professional development.
• Promote inter-professional learning and collaboration across the School.
• Ensure inclusive, sustainable, and safe teaching practices.

We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who is passionate about Operation Department Practice education. You will have a strong understanding of the current healthcare landscape, including the integration of technologies such as artificial intelligence, and be committed to preparing students for modern clinical practice.

You should possess:

• HCPC registration as an ODP
• A teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one
• Relevant experience in teaching and course management in higher education (for appointment as Principal Lecturer, this will include significant leadership experience)
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject (a doctoral qualification is desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with a collaborative and student-centred approach

The University of Worcester is a high-achieving, award-winning, dynamic institution with a notably inclusive, civic ethos. It is one of the Country’s top universities for gender equality, with multiple accolades for teaching quality, inclusion, contribution to the community, and environmental sustainability.

The School of Health and Wellbeing is underpinned by a commitment to deliver a forward-thinking, dynamic, creative community dedicated to personal growth and professional development in the various health and wellbeing areas. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive team of colleagues and contribute to our ongoing success by sharing our vision and values.

We are a leading provider of subject areas, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, diagnostic radiography, paramedic science, nutrition, clinical practice, health and social care, mental health, psychology, counselling, criminology, social work, and youth and community studies.

If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time and would relish the challenge of educating the next generation of professionals, we welcome your application.

Annual incremental increase for Senior Lecturer up to £55,755, with the opportunity to progress to £60,907 and for Principal Lecturer £66,537, with the opportunity to progress to £70,579 subject to performance and the university reward scheme. 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days). Attractive Company Pension Scheme. Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing. Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme. In-house training and development support. A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment.

Informal queries in relation to this vacancy are welcome and should be directed to Dr Helen Frank, Deputy Head of the School of Health and Wellbeing by emailing h.frank@worc.ac.uk.

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa