Lecturer in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Teaching, Scholarly and Research)

Location: Leeds – Main Campus
School/Institute: School of Healthcare
Section: Institute of Midwifery, Social Work and Counselling & Psychotherapy
Grade: Grade 7 to Grade 8
Salary: £31,656 to £46,414 p.a. or pro rata; depending on qualifications and experience

100% of full time basis (part-time can be considered)

A Lecturer in Counselling and Psychotherapy is required by the School of Healthcare to contribute towards the MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling and to teach across the School of Healthcare professions e.g. nursing, midwifery and social work.

The School of Healthcare’s vision is that:

‘We will translate excellence in research and scholarship, within each of our academic portfolios, into an exceptional student experience, and make a major impact upon society.’

You will draw on your practice and academic experience to deliver teaching and scholarship and to contribute towards the School’s research agenda. Administration duties will also be expected.

Applicants will have a PhD or be close to completing a PhD/ Professional Doctorate in an appropriate discipline (or hold equivalent experience) and will hold current registration with BACP, UKCP, BPS (or an equivalent professional body) in the psychological therapies field. You will also hold a recognised teaching qualification, or be willing to undertake one. You will be able to work well as part of a team and be able to work independently.

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.  The university is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. The School of Healthcare holds the Bronze award. We are committed to being an inclusive school that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

Informal enquiries regarding the post should be directed to Dr Janet Hirst, Academic Unit Director. tel: +44 (0) 113 343 1281 or email: j.hirst@leeds.ac.uk or Dr Jane Macaskie, Professional Lead, tel: +44 (0) 113 343 9417 or email: j.f.macaskie@leeds.ac.uk

If you have any specific enquiries about your online application please contact Mrs Sharon Lalley on tel:  +44 (0) 113 343 1434 or email: s.l.lalley@leeds.ac.uk