An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Paramedic to join the Paramedic Teaching Team at University of Staffordshire on a fixed-term basis for 12 months covering parental leave.

The successful candidate will work alongside our experienced academic team to support the development and delivery of high-quality teaching and learning experiences for our students. During this period, they will also gain valuable experience in learning, teaching and assessment, providing a strong foundation for a future career in education.

At the School of Health, Education, Policing & Sciences at University of Staffordshire we have an exciting portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with a strong history of paramedic education. We are keen to recruit excellent lecturing staff to support our paramedic provision. You will be joining a well-established team with a wealth of experience both clinically and academically. The school is highly interdisciplinary in nature, and a great place to develop a distinctive academic portfolio. 

In addition to developing and delivering outstanding teaching and learning you will have the opportunity to develop your own academic skillset, and contribute towards our ambitious research and enterprise goals. Within this community you will have the opportunity to grow academically while working with a team of dedicated professionals. You will get the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals who will support and encourage your career development. As a member of academic staff you will have the opportunity to work at our Centre for Health Innovation in Stafford in one of the UK’s foremost simulation and ‘simmersive’ teaching and learning environments. 

Additional Desirable skills

•    Experience of working in primary care or advanced clinical practice.

•    Teaching in a Higher Education setting

•    Experience of research and writing for publication.

The school is committed to building a diverse community. We are encouraging talented people join our academic team. All appointments are made on merit, on the bases of the interview and applications. We particularly welcome applications from suitably qualified ethnic minority academics, as they are currently under-represented in positions within the department.

Contact For Informal Discussion

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gavin Johnson (Course Director) on Gavin.Johnson@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £39,355 to £55,755 Per Annum (Maternity Cover)

Clinical simulation is central to preparing healthcare students for professional practice. Our technical team prepare, operate and troubleshoot everything behind the scenes, from patient manikins and clinical equipment to observation cameras and immersive environments.

We are recruiting three roles:

• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, Maternity Cover) – Stoke (INF44-26)
• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, Permanent) – Stafford (INF42-26)
• Technical Assistant (Grade 4, Permanent) – Stafford (INF43-26) - This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

These are practical, operational roles and are not primarily desk or PC-based. Work includes moving and setting up equipment and manikins, supporting teaching sessions, maintaining and repairing equipment, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring facilities are safe and ready for use.

We are looking for people who are practical, reliable and organised, with strong problem-solving skills and a technical background. You should be comfortable working in a busy, hands-on environment supporting teaching and learning.

The team works collaboratively, with overlap across roles and shared responsibility for delivery, but with differing areas of focus. Technical Instructors will have experience in clinical simulation or a comparable technical setting and will contribute to scenario delivery, technical training, equipment management and service development. Technical Assistants support the day-to-day running of the facilities, including equipment setup, stock control and general technical support.

No two days are the same, and the work has a direct impact on how future healthcare professionals learn.

Please indicate whether you wish to be considered for more than one role and specify which roles you are interested in. There is no requirement to submit multiple applications; candidates will be considered for any or all roles they select.

Contact For Informal Discussion

Mark McDonagh, Technical Services Manager: Mark.Mcdonagh@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £28,381 to £32,546 Per Annum - Full Time Permanent

Clinical simulation is central to preparing healthcare students for professional practice. Our technical team prepare, operate and troubleshoot everything behind the scenes, from patient manikins and clinical equipment to observation cameras and immersive environments.

We are recruiting three roles:

• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, maternity cover) – Stoke (INF44-26)
• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, permanent) – Stafford (INF42-26)
• Technical Assistant (Grade 4, permanent) – Stafford (INF43-26) - This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

These are practical, operational roles and are not primarily desk or PC-based. Work includes moving and setting up equipment and manikins, supporting teaching sessions, maintaining and repairing equipment, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring facilities are safe and ready for use.

We are looking for people who are practical, reliable and organised, with strong problem-solving skills and a technical background. You should be comfortable working in a busy, hands-on environment supporting teaching and learning.

The team works collaboratively, with overlap across roles and shared responsibility for delivery, but with differing areas of focus. Technical Instructors will have experience in clinical simulation or a comparable technical setting and will contribute to scenario delivery, technical training, equipment management and service development. Technical Assistants support the day-to-day running of the facilities, including equipment setup, stock control and general technical support.

No two days are the same, and the work has a direct impact on how future healthcare professionals learn.

There is no need to make multiple applications, candidates will be considered for any or all roles as they wish.

Contact For Informal Discussion

Mark McDonagh, Technical Services Manager: Mark.Mcdonagh@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £24,900 to £27,644 Per Annum - Full Time Permanent

Clinical simulation is central to preparing healthcare students for professional practice. Our technical team prepare, operate and troubleshoot everything behind the scenes, from patient manikins and clinical equipment to observation cameras and immersive environments.

We are recruiting three roles:

• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, maternity cover) – Stoke (INF44-26)
• Technical Instructor (Grade 5, permanent) – Stafford (INF42-26)
• Technical Assistant (Grade 4, permanent) – Stafford (INF43-26) - This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

These are practical, operational roles and are not primarily desk or PC-based. Work includes moving and setting up equipment and manikins, supporting teaching sessions, maintaining and repairing equipment, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring facilities are safe and ready for use.

We are looking for people who are practical, reliable and organised, with strong problem-solving skills and a technical background. You should be comfortable working in a busy, hands-on environment supporting teaching and learning.

The team works collaboratively, with overlap across roles and shared responsibility for delivery, but with differing areas of focus. Technical Instructors will have experience in clinical simulation or a comparable technical setting and will contribute to scenario delivery, technical training, equipment management and service development. Technical Assistants support the day-to-day running of the facilities, including equipment setup, stock control and general technical support.

No two days are the same, and the work has a direct impact on how future healthcare professionals learn.

There is no need to make multiple applications, candidates will be considered for any or all roles as they wish.

Contact For Informal Discussion

Mark McDonagh, Technical Services Manager: Mark.Mcdonagh@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £28,381 to £32,546

Come and join our brilliant and friendly team! As part of the growth and development of our Clinical Psychology provision, we are looking for a highly motivated clinical psychologist lecturer to join us as Clinical Director, delivering the clinical experience element of our postgraduate programme and contributing to our high-quality research profile. The post holder will become part of a friendly, hard-working and dedicated team of academics who deliver the Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

The University of Staffordshire Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology is delivered in partnership with local clinical psychologists in Shropshire and Staffordshire. The over-arching framework for the programme is the impact of society and context on psychological well-being and there is an emphasis on prevention, early intervention, innovative practice, and the importance of critical and contextual thinking. Our service user and carer group has an important role in contributing to and influencing all aspects of programme delivery.

Applications are sought from enthusiastic, team-orientated and flexible individuals ideally with experience of working on a clinical psychology training programme and/or experience of Higher Education. However, leadership experience within an NHS/clinical role will also provide valuable skills and experience relevant to the role. Successful applicants will have a clinical psychology qualification, be registered with the Health and Care Professions’ Council and have up-to-date knowledge of clinical psychology practice. Applicants should have substantial experience of working post-qualification (minimum of five years) and have an enthusiasm for training. A track record of publications would be advantageous.  

Pay banding equivalent to NHS Band 8c, inclusive of a Market Supplement as necessary to ensure equity of pay to NHS Banding.

Main Responsibilities 

The role involves oversight responsibility of the clinical strand of the programme but will be expected to participate in the academic and research strands as appropriate. Working directly with the clinical tutors, the post holder will be responsible for placement allocations, quality monitoring and development of the clinical experience of trainees, and co-ordination of supervisor training. There is an expectation that the post holder will also engage in research supervision of Doctoral trainees as well as teaching, relevant to the role, experience and areas of clinical expertise.

We benefit from working across the region with several organisations and agencies, including NHS, third sector, social enterprise and charitable organisations. Putting the students first is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing an excellent student experience through exciting and innovative programmes, and research and practice informed teaching at every level.

The Clinical Director will report directly to the Programme Director and have line management responsibility of the clinical tutors on the clinical psychology team.

Contact For Informal Discussion

Programme Director - Dr. Yvonne Melia Yvonne.Melia@staffs.ac.uk

Academic Director - Dr. Lisa Berry Lisa.Berry@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 30 Apr 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £57,422 to £66,537 Per Annum Pro Rata Permanent Part Time 25.9 Hours

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a role where you can truly influence culture, drive positive change, and shape the future of our workforce? At University of Staffordshire, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking HR and OD Business Partner to join our dynamic HR & OD team.

About the Role

As an HR and OD Business Partner, you’ll deliver a customer-focused, high-quality HR service across the University. Working closely with leaders, managers, and colleagues, you will provide expert professional HR advice on terms and conditions, policies, and procedures across the full employee lifecycle, enabling us to create an inclusive, innovative, and high-performing environment.

You will play a key role in supporting transformational change, helping teams align with the University’s People Strategy while embedding best practice HR processes and digital approaches to service improvement.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Degree-level education or significant equivalent experience.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases (disciplinary, grievance, performance, organisational change).
• Understanding of key compliance requirements, including UKVI and DBS processes.
• A track record of implementing service improvements within HR.

Our Core Behaviours

As part of our Technical Expert job family, you’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Self-aware and committed to continuous learning
• Customer focused, delivering service excellence
• Credible and professional, with strong personal integrity
• A positive leader, inspiring confidence in others
• Digitally confident, embracing new technologies to improve processes

At University of Staffordshire, we’re ambitious, innovative, and people-centred. You’ll be part of a welcoming HR & OD team who share a passion for delivering exceptional service and driving meaningful organisational development.

For an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Gibbard (Senior HR&OD Business Partner) - Hannah.Gibbard@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £33,482 to £38,249

University of Staffordshire has their very own exciting and modern, Woodlands Day Nursery and Forest School worth over £4million.

The nursery is located on our Leek Road Campus and is set by our University Nature Reserve, adjacent to woodlands, yet very close to the city centre, with excellent local public transport links and employee on-site parking. 

The facilities are a sustainable place of early years learning with connections to the immediate landscape and nature reserve. Through the provision, children will get the opportunity to experience endless outdoor learning opportunities such as identifying nature, play-based learning, den building and forest art. 

We are looking to provide an exceptional Apprenticeship training opportunity - candidates can apply for a level 3 or 5 apprenticeship post in Early Years 

If you’re looking for great rates of pay, 29 days paid holiday plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days, an excellent pension scheme and so much more then don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! 

Salary will meet Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.

This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

Learn more about this exciting new facility and roles available by visiting our website: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/about/facilities/nursery 

Apply online by enclosing your CV, please note that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies when we are in receipt of sufficient applications, therefore all applicants are advised to submit their CV as soon as possible.

Closing Date: 16 Mar 2026

Department: Apprenticeship

We are looking to appoint an experienced, flexible and committed Student Advisor to join us at our London campus specialising in the areas of inclusion, University hardship funds and University processes and procedures. This is a fixed-term contract for maternity cover.

The post holder will manage individual student cases, ensure effective policy implementation, and act as an advocate for students alongside maintaining accurate records, preparing reports and collaborating with various departments to enhance student support and service delivery. 

Qualified to degree level or equivalent professional qualification or experience, you’ll have demonstrable experience of providing one-to-one advice and guidance in general and particularly in matters related to inclusion and Disability provision and support in Higher Education. Evidence of understanding the support needs of students from diverse backgrounds, cultural differences and the ability to relate well to all students are required by this post.  The successful candidate will have a strong working understanding of the Equality Act and the implications for students with disabilities in a complex and fast paced environment. Your experience of managing student concerns through to resolution, together with your ability to build positive and highly effective working relationships quickly at all levels across the University, and with students, will ensure that you can achieve with impact.

Please note that this role requires an Enhanced level of Disclosure with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

Main Responsibilities 

The main responsibilities for our Student Advisor (London) will be to:

• Offer specialist advice and guidance to all students on a range of topics, with a specialism in inclusion. 
• Manage individual student cases related to a specialism, including assessing needs, providing tailored advice, and coordinating with other University departments to implement appropriate support and adjustments and to assess and award money to students from the University hardship funds. 
• Ensure that University policies and procedures related to the relevant specialisms are effectively communicated and implemented, providing input on policy development and improvement based on student feedback and case outcomes. 
• Act as an advocate for students within the relevant specialism, helping them to navigate University systems, access necessary resources, and resolve issues in order to make informed decisions about their academic and personal circumstances. 
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and cases and prepare reports on trends, challenges, and outcomes related to the relevant specialism to inform University policies and practices. 
• Work closely with other University departments, external agencies, and support services to ensure a cohesive approach to student support and awareness-raising through participation in outreach activities, workshops, and training sessions

Contact For Informal Discussion

Tracy Walker, Student Advice Team Manager email: t.walker@staffs.ac.uk

Closing Date: 02 Mar 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £33,482 to £38,249 Per Annum Full Time (Plus London Weighting Allowance) Maternity Cover (12 Months)

University of Staffordshire has their very own exciting and modern, Woodlands Day Nursery and Forest School worth over £4million.

The nursery is located on our Leek Road Campus and is set by our University Nature Reserve, adjacent to woodlands, yet very close to the city centre, with excellent local public transport links and employee on-site parking. 

The facilities are a sustainable place of early years learning with connections to the immediate landscape and nature reserve. Through the provision, children will get the opportunity to experience endless outdoor learning opportunities such as identifying nature, play-based learning, den building and forest art. 

We are looking to recruit to a number of Level 3-qualified Early Years Educator Posts and would be happy to discuss full and part time positions for the right candidate.

If you’re looking for great rates of pay, 29 days paid holiday plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days, an excellent pension scheme and so much more then don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! 

Learn more about this exciting new facility and roles available by visiting our website: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/about/facilities/nursery 

Apply online by enclosing your CV, please note that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies when we are in receipt of sufficient applications, therefore all applicants are advised to submit their CV as soon as possible.  

Closing Date: 11 Apr 2025

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £23,414 to £24,344 Per Annum Permanent Full time