University Teacher - Orthoptics

Overview

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic University Teacher to join the School of Allied Health Professions, Pharmacy, Nursing and Midwifery. You will have the vision and drive to help us achieve our ambition of delivering an outstanding student experience and to equip our graduates to advance understanding in Orthoptics and be at the forefront of our profession. You will have expertise in Orthoptic practice and or research and related teaching experience and be committed to student engagement, student recruitment and student support.

This is a landmark year for our Orthoptic profession, as we get ready to deliver two pre‑registration Orthoptic undergraduate degree programmes – our highly regarded BMedSci Orthoptic face‑to‑face programme and our new BSc Orthoptic Apprenticeship. Teaching will also include contribution to our postgraduate programmes – the MMedSci Vision and Strabismus and the ACP Ophthalmology (paediatrics) as well as students studying standalone CPD modules.

Whatever your experience, we are looking for new ideas and approaches to help shape our programmes and educate graduates to be at the forefront of the profession. Other duties will include student engagement, student recruitment and student support.

• Design, deliver and co‑ordinate high‑quality teaching, assessment, feedback and student support to enable effective learning
• Contribute to the design and development of programme modules that are accessible, inclusive and contribute to the University's Teaching and Learning Strategy
• Develop and implement ideas for improving own teaching design, delivery and assessment
• Actively contribute to the collective vision, mission and values of the University through individual action and inclusive, collaborative working
• Consistently take responsibility for outcomes, provide support to others and make inclusive decisions which together have a demonstrable positive impact within the School
• Constructively challenge established practice, structure and process in order to bring about positive change and improved outcomes
• Make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible
• Plan and prioritise your own daily research, teaching and administrative tasks as well as participate in longer term planning through contribution to policy development
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and are respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

• Recognised qualification in Orthoptics and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent (Essential) – assessed at the Application stage
• Masters or equivalent level of clinical experience in a relevant subject area (Essential) – assessed at the Application stage
• Relevant experience (including clinical placement) in teaching and assessing pre‑registration Orthoptic students (Essential) – assessed at Application, Presentation and Interview stages
• Commitment to design and deliver high‑quality teaching programmes to ensure effective learning (Essential) – assessed at Application, Presentation and Interview stages
• Enthusiasm for interactive teaching both in person and online (Desirable) – assessed at Interview stage
• Experience of working both collaboratively and independently with a high degree of personal effectiveness (Essential) – assessed at Application stage
• Experience of fostering effective relationships at all levels, both internally and externally (e.g. academia, professional bodies, NHS England or equivalent) (Essential) – assessed at Interview stage
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal (Essential) – assessed at Application and Presentation stages
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