Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

Full time permanent

Location: York

Salary: £46,974 to £57,696 per annum

Introduction to YSJ university

(Company Name - Subscribers only) is an ambitious, modern university in the heart of the vibrant, city of York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The School

Paramedic Science is located within the School of Science, Technology & Health, alongside other provision in Health, Sport and Computing. The school offers apprenticeships; undergraduate and postgraduate degrees (both research and taught), as well as a developing CPD Advanced Practice offer and ambitious expansion plans supported by significant investment in a recently opened clinical simulation suite.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our paramedic team and contribute to our pre-registration MSc and BSc Paramedic Science programme. Applicants should have knowledge of contemporary paramedic practice and, a background or interest in delivering clinical skills topics or practice education. An interest in advanced life support, trauma or emergency care would be welcomed but is not essential.

Required skills and experience

The successful candidate should hold current registration with the HCPC as a Registered Paramedic. Experience of teaching within a Higher Education Institution is desirable, though not essential, and your application should detail your areas of clinical/teaching experience and expertise. Additionally, you will share our values of fairness, sustainability and inspiring others to succeed.

Applications from those with postgraduate qualifications are welcomed.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Kerry Edwards via e-mail at k.edwards2@yorksj.ac.uk.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached ‘candidate guidance document’ which provides advice about completing the application process.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that ChatGPT can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including –

– Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period

– Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)

– Pension scheme

– Health Cash Plan after six months service

– Employee Assistance Programme

– Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

– On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software

– Relocation expenses package for certain roles

– Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees here.

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We are committed to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can, read more here.

Closing Date – Sunday 11 August 2024 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date – Tuesday 27 August 2024