Senior Lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy

Opportunity Overview

The University of Salford has an exciting new opportunity available for a permanent Senior Lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy. We are looking for a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with significant practice experience and a supervision qualification. We are also looking for applicants with a passion for education and a strong background in teaching person-centred, leadership in higher education, and a good research profile.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic community and support the next generation of practitioners.

Salford, United Kingdom

• Job Identification 551
• Posting Date 02/12/2026, 01:27 PM
• Apply Before 03/12/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Contract Type Permanent
• Salary From £59,967
• Salary To £67,469
• DBS required No
• Driving Required No
• Organization University of Salford

• Initiate and lead in the development and delivery of taught programmes with outstanding delivery and support of learning
• Assist the Head of Counselling and Psychotherapy in ensuring that the teaching and professional activities of the department are maintained in accordance with accepted professional / University standards
• Develop and apply innovative and appropriate teaching techniques and assessment procedures across the breadth or depth of subject area, with appropriate professional recognition and dissemination of good practice via publication
• Carry out administrative and managerial duties in relation to teaching activity and projects as required, including acting as programme leader and/or module leader, marketing, admissions etc
• Engage in scholarship to inform curriculum and course design through e.g., research, industrial engagement, working with communities, third sector organisations etc.

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Job Description
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With over 8,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact.

We offer programmes across a range of subject areas including counselling, nursing and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport.

Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes.

We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally.

By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. Like us, you will be passionate and committed and will be part of our ambitious journey, to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future.

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here  value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional…