Lecturer​/Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education and in doing the right thing for our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

• a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on‑site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers

• Design and deliver high quality, innovative and challenging learning experiences.
• Undertake associated activities including module leadership, curriculum development, personal tutoring, recruitment, assessment, review and evaluation.
• Coordinate student clinical placements and deliver pastoral care and project supervision of students.
• Conduct research and scholarly activity, generate income and align own research with teaching and learning.
• Engage with business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research.

• First degree in a relevant field; doctoral qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or fellowship by Advance HE.
• Expert knowledge and research in the discipline/field.
• Track record of delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners achieving excellent student outcomes.
• Experience of coordinating student placements and supervising students during placements.
• Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with all stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Digitally proficient in Microsoft tools.

For further information about this role please contact Kalimah Ibrahiim
, Associate Professor and Discipline Lead in the College of Health and Society at .

All applications are to be made online with a CV and covering letter. The closing date is 04/01/2026.

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment.