Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy

As one of the largest providers of allied health professionals in the region, we offer a diverse range of award-winning and innovative undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses. Our work is professionally recognised, accredited and respected. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive learning environment that encourages discussion, debate, shared learning, and interdisciplinary co-operation. Our innovative programmes reflect our research activity, which enriches and informs the student experience.

About the role:
The Department of Health Professions is a vibrant educational and research environment within the Faculty of Health and Education. We are long established at Manchester Metropolitan University, with our roots firmly embedded in Manchester as the previous Manchester School of Physiotherapy based at the Manchester Royal Infirmary. We have excellent collaborations with our external partners across the Northwest. We pride ourselves on our relationships with the wider social and primary care sector as well as private, independent and voluntary agencies.

The Department delivers Physiotherapy programmes at under-graduate, pre-registration master's, and post-graduate level.

Are you an experienced Physiotherapy academic with knowledge and experience of pre-registration and post-graduate education, looking for a new opportunity?

or

Are you a highly experienced Physiotherapist with a passion for supporting student education, looking to make the move into an academic career?

This role involves:

• high-quality teaching
• outstanding student support
• robust assessment of theory and practice
• supporting learners in practice
• curriculum development and innovation
• other education and practice related duties across our suite of Physiotherapy programmes

You will be supported by internal mentorship and staff development to enable you to succeed in this role.

This post is offered on the Education, Practice and Citizenship (EPC) career pathway.

About you:

• Are you an enthusiastic and committed clinician who holds HCPC registration as a Chartered Physiotherapist?
• Are keen to contribute to outstanding education across our portfolio?
• Are you an experienced practitioner in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy practice?
• Do you hold a good first degree plus a master's degree or have evidence of progression towards a masters?
• Candidates with extensive relevant clinical experience without a master's degree, willing to engage in level 7 study to complete a Post-graduate Certificate in Academic Practice, will also be considered.

We are recruiting for one Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (dependent on experience) to join our outstanding team. If you are looking for a new opportunity and would like to join our ambitious team, we would love to hear from you.

To apply:

• Please submit your CV and covering letter via the online portal (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button).
• Interviews will take place on Thursday, 1st October 2026 at the Brooks Building, Birley Campus, M15 6GX.
• If you would like to find out more, please contact Ellie Murray, PA to Deborah O'Connor, Head of Department of Health Professions, to arrange an informal discussion: PAtoHeadofHealthProfessions@mmu.ac.uk.

Further information:
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.