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Salary Salary up to £46,049 per annum. Pro rata if part time
Job profile for Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
Chichester Campus 25/10/2026
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary Salary up to £46,049 per annum. Pro rata if part time Package Generous and supportive benefits package Job category/type Academic Date posted 05/10/2026 Job reference RQ0000002170 Attachments 0001OSI - Lecturer in Occupational Therapy - Job Profile.pdf
Job description
School Nursing and Allied Health
Full time or part time
Salary up to £46,049 per annum. Pro rata if part time
About this role
We are seeking a registered Occupational Therapist with recent clinical experience and a passion for supporting the development of future practitioners. Our innovative courses are recognised by the HCPC and RCOT for academic quality, innovation and close partnerships to healthcare and the wider sectors in which our graduates work. This role would suit an experienced clinician seeking to move into academia, or an early-career academic wishing to contribute to the development of an innovative Occupational Therapy programme.
About you
You will have contemporary occupational therapy experience, ideally gained within the UK and preferably within mental health services and/or children and young people's services although other backgrounds are welcome too. Experience of supporting, supervising or educating students in practice is highly desirable. Candidates must hold a Master's degree, or be actively working towards one, and demonstrate a commitment to evidence-informed practice, professional development and excellence in teaching and learning. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and engaging professional who can contribute to the continued development of an innovative MSc Occupational Therapy programme and help prepare graduates for contemporary occupational therapy practice.
Your teaching will be informed by a combination of practical experience and/or research to support high quality learning and teaching, experience of using Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and the use of technologies to enhance the learning, assessment of and feedback to our students.
About the team
You will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience as high-quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational. You’ll need to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and positively within a small academic team, excellent teaching methods with the ability to develop a variety of approaches to learning and teaching that is student-centred, inclusive and flexible.
We are a top 30 UK University who prides itself on our sense of community, including an excellent staff experience. In addition to your salary we offer a competitive reward package with a range of staff benefits and discounts which include:
- A flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE).
- A paid closure period over the Christmas break is in addition to our generous holiday allowance of 35 days pro rata with bank holidays too and an occupational sickness scheme.
- On-site gym at our Chichester campus.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff.
- Extensive personal / professional training opportunities throughout the year.
- Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan and Electric Vehicle schemes.
- Bus travel for staff between our Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre.
Enquiries are welcomed by Dr Nita Muir, Head of School via N.Muir@chi.ac.uk
- Closing Date: Sunday 25 October 2026
- Interview Date: Friday 13 November 2026
You can view further details about the role in the attached job profile.
Prior to submitting your job application kindly ensure you can demonstrate or obtain the necessary right to work in the UK.
All new external appointments are employed by Chichester Staff Services Ltd (CSSL). Internal appointments remain with their existing employer.
If you require any support with completing your application, please contact the recruitment team; staffrecruitment@chi.ac.uk
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.
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Lecturer in Occupational Therapy in Chichester employer: University of Chichester
The University of Chichester is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and growth. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative environment, staff members benefit from various professional development opportunities and a strong sense of community, making it a rewarding place to work in the heart of Chichester.
