Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Operating Department Practice

About the College/Department

The College of Health, Psychology and Social Care has a clear vision – to make a REAL difference to the lives of individuals, families and communities within our region. To be the University of choice for our Health and Social Care partners’ education needs across the region; and to provide an excellent student experience, delivered by highly credible and well qualified lecturers. 

This post is based within the School of Allied Health and Social care, one of three Schools within the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. Our school embraces the professions associated with Occupational Therapy, Diagnostic Imaging and Social and Community Studies. You will join the discipline of Diagnostics and Clinical interventions; a very experienced, knowledgeable and enthusiastic group of academics and professionals who work with students to ensure they have a positive experience as a student and prepare them for their chosen profession in the best possible way. However, you will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across different disciplines within the College.

About the Role

You will join our team of enthusiastic, committed and friendly staff who deliver innovative teaching within our BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice degree apprenticeship programme. This programme, which has an innovative online delivery model; has recently been revalidated and received approval from the College of Operating Department Practice. Alongside the online delivery, learners attend the university site to undertake innovative skills weeks using our extensive simulation facilities. It is an exciting time to join this developing team to help shape operating department practice education within the University of Derby.

You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of teaching in accordance with the university’s strategic objectives in order to provide an exceptional student experience. You will work with the programme teams and Head of Discipline to ensure that curriculum development, quality management and enhancement comply with required standards and will also guarantee that research informs and inspires an evidence led curriculum and teaching.

About You

We are looking for an experienced operating department practitioner or nurse who has demonstrable experience within the perioperative environment. You must hold a BSc (Hons) in operating department practice or an equivalent qualification with experience in a relevant field/discipline and must be registered with the HCPC or NMC.

You’ll bring excellent teamwork and communication skills, along with a commitment to sharing your knowledge in innovative and engaging ways. As an educator, you'll understand the value of an outstanding student experience and be driven to create transformative, practice-informed learning environments.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates digital capability and uses technology to enhance student learning
• Can communicate complex concepts clearly across a range of learners
• Is committed to educational excellence and supporting the future of healthcare

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking academic team, shaping the future of perioperative education.

Previous experience of curriculum development and course lead experience welcomed.

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Ceri Sudron - Head of Discipline of Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions. C.sudron@derby.ac.uk or Gillian Coleman - Assistant Head of Discipline of Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions via g.coleman@derby.ac.uk

For more information and to apply on-line, please click the above “Apply” button.

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