Senior Lecturer in Dietetics and Nutrition

About the job

Interview date - TBC May 2026

The Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Northampton has an exciting opportunity for a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Dietetic Association (BDA) registered Dietitian to work with senior leadership to develop and lead a brand‑new BSc (Hons) Dietetics programme.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the profession both locally and nationally, influencing how future Dietitians are educated and prepared for contemporary practice. You will draw directly on your clinical experience to shape a robust, practice‑focused curriculum that supports the development of a future‑ready, employable Dietetic workforce.

This post is subject to background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.

About you

You will be a registered Dietitian (HCPC and BDA) with a professional identity and a clear commitment to the future of dietetic education. You will bring substantial clinical experience, ideally within the NHS or related practice settings, alongside a genuine enthusiasm for developing students and supporting others to succeed.

You will have experience of contributing to education and learning, through supervising students on placement, supporting colleagues, delivering teaching or training, or playing a part in service development. You will be motivated by the opportunity to shape how future Dietitians are prepared for contemporary practice and professional registration.

You will bring a clear and informed vision for how a Dietetics course should be designed and delivered to produce confident, compassionate and employable graduates, grounded in real‑world clinical practice and responsive to the evolving needs of health and care services. You will be comfortable working collaboratively, engaging colleagues, practice partners and students, and contributing to a shared academic vision.

With the support of School and Faculty leadership, and alongside an established community of course leaders, you will play a central position in shaping and developing this new BSc (Hons) Dietetics programme. Using your communication skills, organisational ability and professional judgement, you will provide leadership for this exciting innovation and contribute positively to the wider academic and professional community.

Qualifications

Essential;

Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject area of Dietetics

Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Dietetic Association (BDA)

Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale

Desirable;

Master’s degree in relevant subject

Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion

Faculty of Health, Sport, and Behavioural Sciences

The School of Health located within the Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences is a high‑performing centre for Allied Health Profession (AHP) education, recognised for inspirational teaching, excellent professional outcomes, and a consistently excellent student experience.

About us

At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.

Right to work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

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