Lecturer in Paramedic Science

1.0FTE. Job-share and fractional appointments will be considered within the current academic structure.

The School of Education, Health and Science is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced registered healthcare professional to join the BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science team at the University of Gloucestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious clinician keen to develop and advance their career in higher education.

We welcome applications from registered paramedics and suitably experienced professionals from other relevant healthcare disciplines who can demonstrate the clinical knowledge and experience required to contribute effectively to Paramedic Science education.

This permanent post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the School of Education, Health and Science's strategic ambition to deliver a sustainable health and social care workforce for Gloucestershire and beyond.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a drive and passion to develop Paramedic Science education for the future. You will have an eagerness to engage and inspire students, deliver high-quality education and work collaboratively with strategic healthcare partners.

Why Join Us at #TEAMGLOS?

• Help shape and influence the future Paramedic Science workforce in the region.
• Work within our state-of-the-art FutureSim facilities, opened in 2026 at our Oxstalls Campus.
• Join an ambitious and collaborative School committed to innovation and student success.
• Access excellent professional development opportunities, including support for further postgraduate and academic qualifications.
• Bring your clinical expertise into higher education, with support to develop your academic practice.

About You

You may already be working within higher education, or you may be an experienced healthcare professional looking to take the next step into academic practice. Your background may be in paramedic practice or another relevant area of healthcare, such as emergency, urgent or acute care.

Most importantly, you will bring:

• Current registration with an appropriate UK healthcare professional regulatory body, such as the HCPC or NMC.
• Contemporary clinical experience relevant to Paramedic Science education and practice.
• A passion for education and healthcare workforce development.
• An enthusiasm for clinical skills and simulation-based education.
• The ability to engage and inspire students and work effectively with colleagues and healthcare partners.

This post requires an Enhanced DBS check and current registration with an appropriate UK healthcare professional regulatory body.

Contact Details

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Poppy Valenti, Academic Course Lead, at pvalenti@glos.ac.uk, or

Dr Jordan Wintle, Associate Head of School, at jwintle1@glos.ac.uk.

How to Apply

In formulating your application, please explicitly address within your supporting statement the Essential and Desirable criteria for this post, as set out within the Person Specification. To minimise duplication of your effort, please limit your application to completion of the application form; a cover letter and CV will not be required.

Key Date:

Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Interview Date: 8^th October 2026

To avoid disappointment please apply early, should we find a suitable candidate we will close the advert.

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