Lecturer (Teaching) in Clinical Psychology

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.

A key focus of our 2030 Strategy is the ambitious growth of Coventry University Health and Care Limited to meet the local, national, and global health and care needs of the future. Our unique Group structure ensures CUHC has the agility and autonomy to push the boundaries, constantly innovating how we work, allowing for closer, consultative relationships with partners and joint ventures. Alongside our creative approach this will allow us to further develop the school, diversifying our provision at scale as we continue to widen access to our quality education, leading to rewarding careers in the health and social care sector.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Coventry University and The University of Warwick as a Lecturer (Teaching) - Clinical/Academic Tutor. This Doctorate is a collaboration between Coventry University, the University of Warwick, Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, NHS providers, and NHS England.

The programme is committed to developing reflective practitioners and fostering innovation in clinical psychology education. We are inviting HCPC registered Clinical Psychologists to apply to the role, which will work collaboratively with the respective Clinical or Academic course leads.

Duties:

• Contribute to the placement planning, including the liaison with placement supervisors.
• Module leadership - contribute to course materials, assessments, marking and course development

Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in appropriate subject or Honours Degree with appropriate professional qualification and/or membership
• Teaching qualification or acceptance of the requirement to acquire one if not already held
• PhD or active membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous

Our Successful Candidate

You will have experience across research and clinical settings, with proven expertise in higher education teaching and/or research supervision. We welcome candidates who bring critical perspective on power and privilege, alongside a passion for creativity and innovation in practice.

You will demonstrate strong digital skills and ability to create engaging, multi-format teaching materials. You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, able to handle sensitive information with professionalism. A strong foundation in psychological therapies, doctoral-level supervision expertise, and excellent communication and organisational skills is essential.

Applications are encouraged from newly qualified candidates.

The Benefits

Along with a competitive salary we offer a Rewards and Benefits package which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Life Assurance 4x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Closing date: 31 July 2026. 

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