Bringing together areas such as Diagnostic Radiography, Operating Department Practice, and other advanced clinical specialisms, we offer students a blend of cutting-edge theory, hands‑on clinical training, and interprofessional learning. Our programmes are closely aligned with NHS standards and delivered in collaboration with industry‑leading partners, ensuring our graduates are confident, competent, and workplace‑ready.
The Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship forms a key part of our progression pipeline into Level 6 provision, including radiography, ODP, and occupational therapy, with established links into nursing. We are also actively developing a proposed physiotherapy pathway, responding to employer demand and expanding opportunities for workforce development across the region.
About the Role:
As a member of our academic team, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding student experience through innovative, inclusive and flexible approaches to learning and teaching. You will develop and deliver high‑quality learning materials across a range of modules, ensuring that employability, professional development and real‑world learning are embedded throughout the curriculum.
You will teach and facilitate learning across undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post‑experience programmes, contributing to assessment, feedback and the ongoing development of modules and programmes. You will use innovative teaching methods and learning environments to engage and inspire students, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to succeed as a Derby Graduate. You may also take responsibility for module or programme leadership, supporting areas such as curriculum development, recruitment and programme delivery.
Research and scholarship will be an important part of the role. You will undertake and collaborate on research that contributes to leading‑edge practice, informs research‑led teaching and strengthens subject expertise. You will have opportunities to publish your work, present at conferences and scholarly events, develop external partnerships and contribute to bids for externally funded research, supporting the University’s contribution to the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
You will also make a valuable contribution to the wider student experience through personal tutoring, mentoring and pastoral support. Building strong relationships with professional, research and industry organisations, you will help develop opportunities for student recruitment, placements, outreach and knowledge exchange.
This role is a full‑time position of 37 hours a week, however we would welcome applications from candidates who wish to be considered for a job share. The role is required on a full -time basis therefore a job share could only be offered should a suitable arrangement be available with the days and/or hours of work to be agreed on appointment.
We are looking for a healthcare professional who is passionate about education and supporting students to achieve their full potential. Whether you are at an early stage of your professional career, an experienced practitioner, or considering a move from clinical practice into higher education, we welcome applications from professionals across a range of healthcare disciplines and areas of practice.
You will hold a good Honours degree, relevant subject‑specific qualifications and current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You will ideally hold Fellowship of Advance HE and a PhD, or equivalent professional achievement, or be willing to work towards these qualifications within an agreed timeframe.
You will have knowledge or experience of higher education, including quality assurance and validation, and the ability to use a range of innovative teaching approaches to inspire and engage diverse learners. You will be confident in communicating complex ideas clearly and effectively, with strong digital skills and the ability to use technology to enhance learning, teaching and research.
Alongside your teaching expertise, you will demonstrate an active interest in research, scholarship or enterprise, with evidence of developing knowledge within your discipline and contributing to high‑quality publications or other outputs. You will be able to build positive relationships and networks both within the University and with external professional, research and industry organisations.
Highly organised and adaptable, you will be able to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team. You will demonstrate professionalism, flexibility and a commitment to continuous professional development, particularly in teaching, mentoring and coaching.
The role may involve travel between University sites and, occasionally, overseas travel for teaching or research, as well as some evening and occasional weekend teaching. You will therefore be comfortable working flexibly to meet the needs of our students and the wider University community., You're under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
You have a PhD level qualification that's relevant to your job
You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education
You must also meet the English Language requirement.
Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.
The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI
