Lecturer/Senior Lecturer– Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training in Birmingham

Birmingham Newman University is a rapidly expanding institution in Counselling, Psychotherapy & Talking Therapies. This role supports our PWP (Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner) training and related programmes.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment in Counselling, Psychotherapy & Talking Therapies programmes.
• Lead, develop and deliver modules and programmes within the subject area.
• Write documentation related to the development and management of Talking Therapies training and counselling/psychotherapy programmes.
• Deliver training in line with professional statutory and regulatory body requirements such as BPS.
• Develop links with external agencies for placements and other work‑based learning.
• Liaise with external bodies, supervisors and examiners.
• Engage in student recruitment activities, including joint interviews with service delivery/clinical placement partners.
• Deliver research, enterprise activity and maintain a professional and research profile.
• Plan, manage and organise teaching on relevant programmes.
• Prepare, deliver and mark coursework, assignments and examinations; supervise dissertations and projects and provide tutorial guidance to students.
• Support academic, administrative and development activities of the Department.
• Lead module development, administration and contribute to course committees, annual reviews and assessment boards.
• Develop new modules and instructional materials to support student learning.
• Disseminate research results through peer‑reviewed articles, conference papers and books.
• Plan, organise and monitor own workload with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with teaching team and Department, sharing information and motivating staff and students.
• Ensure safety and fitness to practice for students on professional programmes.
• Show commitment to personal, teaching and subject development through the Annual Appraisal process.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of subject areas, professional developments and comply with accreditation requirements such as CPD.
• Supervise and provide support for student work‑based learning and placements; act as Academic Personal Tutor.
• Participate fully in recruitment activities as directed by Head of Subject and Associate Dean.
• Undertake additional duties consistent with the post and grade as set with Head of Subject.

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Lecturer level)

• Act as Programme Leader for the Counselling, Psychotherapy & Talking Therapies programmes.
• Manage and develop courses and curriculum.
• Prepare documentation for delivery and management of programmes.
• Lead tendering processes and bid submissions for commissioned provision.
• Maintain communication with external bodies and comply with their requirements.
• Develop contacts with external agencies for placements and learning opportunities.
• Lead programme validation and revalidation processes to ensure compliance with PSRB requirements.
• Exercise course leadership responsibilities, ensuring policies, staff induction, training and recording of absences.

Health & Safety

• Cooperate with the University on all matters concerning health and safety and report unsafe conditions or equipment.
• When supervising staff or services, be responsible for their health, safety and welfare.

General Terms

• This description summarises duties but is not exclusive; post holder may undertake other duties of similar responsibility.
• Procedural changes may occur; the University reserves the right to vary duties.
• Staff must keep confidential personal data and restricted information in accordance with University data protection policies.
• Staff must safeguard the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults, adhere to safeguarding policies and participate in mandatory training.
• All staff must attend the University appraisal process and comply with learning and development requirements.
• All absence must be reported and recorded as per the University’s Absence Management Policy.
• The University provides a smoke‑free environment and prohibits smoking on premises outside designated areas.

Essential Qualifications and Training

• PGCert in Low Intensity Psychological Therapy from a BPS accredited provider.
• Evidence of relevant professional experience in Talking Therapies (IAPT).
• Registered/Accredited status with a relevant body (BPS/BABCP).
• Masters degree or equivalent in psychology, counselling, psychotherapy or allied subject.
• Relevant teaching qualification.
• Doctorate in psychology, counselling, psychotherapy or related subject.

Desirable Qualifications and Training

• HiCBT qualification.
• HCPC accreditation.
• Qualification in clinical supervision – Talking Therapies.
• Experience of teaching/training.
• Theoretical and procedural knowledge of Low Intensity psychological therapy – PWP/CBT.
• Post‑qualification experience as a PWP within Talking Therapies service.
• Experience in module and programme coordination.
• Ability to undertake programme leadership and development.
• Evidence of scholarly/research activity and publications.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to use ICT to support teaching and learning.
• Commitment to teaching excellence.
• Capacity for team working.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Flexible approach to working hours and ability to prioritise competing demands.

Application Process: Applicants will be instructed on the procedures and will be interviewed and tested as appropriate.

Equal Opportunity: Birmingham Newman University is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, age, race, disability, etc.