We are looking for a highly motivated Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer to join us in delivering our exciting undergraduate and postgraduate counselling programmes. We have a well-established and popular set of counselling programmes ranging from an introduction to Basic Counselling Skills 10-week course, a Certificate in Counselling, through to our accredited Diplomas and MSc in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. 

Applications are sought form enthusiastic, team-oriented, flexible individuals with excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and presenting skills. The counselling team covers a range of counselling theoretical approaches, practice and research interests, in a team approach to teaching and learning. We are looking for a person with practice experience in integrated counselling and different therapy modalities. Experience of teaching and assessing in Higher Education is desirable, as is experience of group facilitation. 

As a member of a team delivering teaching on professional counselling courses, we are looking for someone currently practicing as a counsellor, therapist or supervisor who is an accredited member of the BACP, engaging in regular professional development in line with ethical guidelines. Applicants should also hold an MSc in Counselling or Counselling Psychology, a qualification in supervision, and relevant professional experience. 

Main Responsibilities 

• To play a role in the development and delivery of academic provision to undergraduate and postgraduate students, specifically in the area of counselling.
• To facilitate personal development sessions, skills, and supervision groups
• Applicants with experience teaching in HE may be asked to take on the role of Academic Link Tutor for one of our partner providers
• To contribute to University led and/or School initiatives and developments in line with strategic business development plans

Contact For Informal Discussion

Nadean Johnson nadean.johnson1@staffs.ac.uk - Course Director for Postgraduate Psychology, Counselling, CBT and PWP

Closing Date: 24 Jun 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £39,355 to £55,755 Per Annum Pro Rata Permanent Part Time 22.5 Hours
Permanent

Following an internal reorganisation, we are looking for an experienced academic leader to take the newly composed Institute to further success.  Comprised of a number of portfolio areas including Law, Criminology, International Relations as well as Policing with apprenticeship provision and professional programmes. the Institute has embarked upon an exciting programme of portfolio development, including the potential roll-out of provision at our London campus.

The successful candidate will work as one of five Heads of Department in the School of Health, Education, Policing and Sciences, reporting directly to the Executive Dean and with responsibility for Course Directors, Professors, Associate Professors, Lecturers and Senior Lecturers.  As well as a strong track record of academic leadership, they will need to be able to evidence their ability to work successfully with external stakeholders such as the Employer Partners, Public Sector organisations and other key influencers in order to sustain and grow the business. A good knowledge of regulatory body requirements is desirable.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Philip Lockett (Executive Dean) - philip.lockett2@staffs.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £68,529 to £72,691 Per Annum - Full Time Permanent
Permanent

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: 28 Jun 2026

Department: Academic

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