Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science

Job description

The role leads the development and delivery of the Paramedic Science apprenticeship provision. It involves designing engaging, inclusive teaching (including simulation and digital learning), giving academic and pastoral support to apprentices, and contributing to programme leadership and quality improvement. The post-holder also monitors apprentice engagement, retention, progression, achievement and satisfaction. Full time, permanent, Grade AC3. Job ref REQ000647. Informal enquiries: Shelly Stinton, Deputy Head of Department.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and help run the programme
• Ensure the provision meets academic, regulatory and apprenticeship requirements, including off-the-job training, progress monitoring and end-point assessment preparation
• Design and deliver learning, teaching and assessment, including simulation and digital learning
• Provide high-quality academic and pastoral support
• Guide and support colleagues and build relationships with employers, practice partners and professional bodies

Requirements

• Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Degree-level qualification in Paramedic Science
• Current professional knowledge and experience of learning, teaching and assessment in paramedic or healthcare education
• Experience leading learning, teaching and assessment, and developing curriculum
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders
• Enhanced DBS check before starting

Benefits

• 38 days' paid annual leave plus 12 bank holidays and concessionary days
• Teachers' Pension Scheme with a 28.6% employer contribution
• Subsidised private healthcare via Aviva, including a Digital GP Service
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, financial wellbeing, bereavement support)
• Annual health MOTs with the Registered Nurse
• Staff development, including sponsorship for professional qualifications
• Salary sacrifice schemes (technology, cycle)
• Hybrid working
• Free on-site gym membership

Skills

• Curriculum development
• Paramedic science
• Simulation teaching