Senior Lecturer in Counselling Psychology (Fixed Term for 2 years) in Wolverhampton

The Psychology department are recruiting for a Senior Lecturer in Counselling Psychology. You will need the knowledge, skills and experience in teaching counselling psychology to undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will need energy and enthusiasm across the different aspects of your subject area and determination to ensure student success. You will have a proven track record of teaching Counselling Psychology and experience of applied knowledge in these areas. You will be committed to enhancing the student experience and contributing to the performance and development of the wider team.

As a Senior Lecturer in Counselling Psychology, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and training to undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will have the opportunity to contribute to curriculum development, engage in scholarly activity and research, and provide mentorship to staff and students pursuing careers in counselling psychology. You will have a doctorate and be an HCPC registered practitioner of counselling psychology (or clinical) and psychotherapy or be eligible for registration within an agreed timeframe.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality education and training to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and engage in scholarly activity and research.
• Provide mentorship to staff and students pursuing careers in counselling psychology.
• Maintain and enhance the student experience and support the performance and development of the wider team.
• Offer clinical and academic expertise in counselling psychology and related areas as part of a dual career in academia and professional practice where applicable.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate (PhD or equivalent) and HCPC registration as a counselling psychologist (or clinical) and psychotherapy, or eligibility for registration within an agreed timeframe.
• Proven track record of teaching Counselling Psychology at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development, scholarly activity and supervision/mentorship.

Location & Schedule:

Based at the City Campus in Wolverhampton. This is a face-to-face teaching role with requirement to be on campus throughout the week. Details of preferred time schedule should be stated in your application (e.g. Full time 1.0 FTE or Part Time 0.4 or 0.6).

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

The University of Wolverhampton recognises and protects the rights to freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law. We are committed to ensuring that lawful expression of ideas does not result in disadvantage in recruitment, employment or progression. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Flexible Working & Benefits:

• Flexible Working – Flexible and hybrid working arrangements where possible.
• Your Benefits – Competitive salaries; Standard Life Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 12%; Long Service Recognition; Free Will Writing Service; IT & Mobile Discounts; Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing (Wellbeing and Mental Health Support, 24/7 EAP, counselling sessions, Occupational Health); Gym memberships discounts; Eyecare Support; Flu Vouchers; Paycare Health Benefit Plan; Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms.
• Valuing You – Generous Annual Leave; Free On-site Parking; Cycle Benefits Scheme; Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme; Employee Discounts; Travel Discounts.
• Training and Development – Staff Network and Inclusion; Library Access; Staff Scholarship Scheme; Leadership and Management Development.