Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Sports Therapy in Sheffield

Full time – 37 hours per week

Closing date 07/01/2026 at 23:30

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated member of staff to lead the school’s new BSc Sports Therapy programme. The course is accredited through the Society of Sports Therapists and will launch in September 2026. As the course leader, you will be a registered Sports therapist with the Society of Sports Therapists and play a key role in the delivery of a high-quality learning experience. You will be actively involved in curriculum development, student supervision, and assessment, with a particular emphasis on supporting students develop their practical competencies in preparation for graduate employment. Our practice-based learning is integral to our new course, and you will demonstrate a track record of delivering Sports therapy services in applied settings. In your role, you will engage and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to establish and maintain partnerships to support real-world learning opportunities for our students.

The team/The department

In the School of Sport and Physical Activity we prioritise practical learning through teaching, working and doing. We have an excellent reputation for the quality of our teaching and for our innovative approaches to learning, teaching and assessment. Our courses are accredited by a range of professional bodies, reflecting the quality of our programme delivery and the skills, capabilities and experience that our students graduate with.

Combining theory with hands‑on projects, our learning approach gives students true‑to‑life experience that prepares them for a rewarding career in sport and beyond. We develop students’ digital capabilities and critical thinking skills, and embed inclusive approaches that value equality and diversity.

Sheffield Hallam University’s School of Sport & Physical Activity has innovation at its heart. Ranked 4th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework (REF), the school is considered a leading provider of sport and physical activity education, with courses taught by sector‑leading experts who deliver cutting‑edge, research‑informed teaching. Our staff are industry‑engaged and research‑active, holding positions at all levels of the sporting pyramid, from sport federations and international sport boards, to community organisations and local clubs.

£39,906 to £58,225 per annum (depending on experience)