Vice-Chancellor's Office
Centre for Higher Education Research Practice Policy and Scholarship (CHERPPS)
Lecturer in Academic Practice
Ref: ATS1378
Salary on appointment will be £48,822 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £56,535 per annum (pro rata).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Lecturers to join the Centre for Higher Education Research Practice Policy and Scholarship (CHERPPS).
The post holder will contribute to the design, delivery, leadership, management and enhancement of CHERPPS’ academic development provision.
This includes: accredited taught programmes supporting Associate Fellowship and Fellowship of Advance HE; accredited experiential recognition routes leading to Senior Fellowship and Principal Fellowship; and continuing professional development for academic staff, postgraduate researchers and professional services colleagues with student education and experience-related responsibilities.
The role combines teaching, assessment, participant support, quality assurance, evaluation and scholarship, and acting as internal educational consultant. Working collaboratively across CHERPPS and with institutional partners, the post holder will provide inclusive, evidence-informed provision aligned with the Professional Standards Framework 2023, University priorities and the needs of different disciplines, professional groups and career stages.
The post holder will manage assigned activities and their associated administration, provide a responsive and professional service to participants and other users, and contribute flexibly to CHERPPS objectives.
The postholder may be required to undertake a leadership role relating to the programmes and accreditation overall under the direction of the Director of CHERPPS.
There are two posts available:
- One full-time post available immediately on an indefinite basis.
- One part-time (0.4 FTE) post available immediately on an indefinite basis.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 20 September 2026
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