Lecturer in Physiotherapy (Neurological or Cardiovascular Respiratory)

at  Sheffield Hallam University

Job description Job title Lecturer in Physiotherapy College/Dept College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences Grade 7 Reports to Team Lead for Physiotherapy Direct reports None Role purpose To teach and support students by taking a learner centred approach in line with the Universitys learning, teaching and assessment strategy. To contribute to curriculum development and delivery, research and other forms of scholarly activity as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Main duties The post holder performs a range of duties and responsibilities from those listed below. The balance of these will vary between post holders.
Student experience Designs and delivers innovative, high quality and challenging learning experiences. Equips students with the skills, knowledge and attributes required by employers through delivery of the curriculum. Contributes to the development of a sense of student community and acts as key contact for students. Assists with the operational delivery of courses / modules and acts proactively to address any emerging issues, escalating as appropriate.
Actively participates in student induction (where appropriate), including Page 8 of 13 preparation of key information for students. Plays an active role in the pastoral care and supervision of students. Learning, teaching and assessment Plans and delivers the curriculum using appropriate media, including the use of IT. Engages in critical reflection on practice as a basis for improving performance.
Contributes to innovation in learning, teaching, assessment and curriculum development with the aim of meeting the needs of learners. Provides effective feedback, support and guidance to students. Translates professional experience into the academic context as appropriate. Regularly engages in staff development activities relating to teaching, learning and assessment.
Supervises individual and group-based student activities, e.g. dissertations, industrial placements, work-based projects. Research and scholarly activity Identifies and conducts research and scholarly activity which is relevant to the lecturing role. Integrates research into teaching and learning.
Identifies opportunities for income generation and / or entrepreneurialism through research, consultancy or professional practice. Teamwork and communication Works effectively with colleagues at all levels and contributes to the achievement of team objectives. Develops collaborative relationships across teams and between colleges Page 9 of 13 Maintains dialogue with managers in the performance of post responsibilities. Develops networks of useful contacts both within and outside the University.
Personal effectiveness Seeks ways to improve efficiency and quality and motivates and encourages others. Contributes to achievement of organisational goals. Business effectiveness Engages with the relevant business and professional environments to develop and promote relationships that will enhance income generation. Develops an understanding of market and business needs.
Engages with relevant business and professional environments to promote student learning, scholarly work, and self-development in a real world context. Contributes to business enhancement and maintenance of customer focus. Quality management and enhancement Contributes to the development and achievement of quality standards and criteria. Takes part in initiatives to improve quality of educational provision and access to higher education.
These duties may evolve in line with the changing strategic objectives of the college / department and University. Specific objectives will be agreed through the Universitys performance and development review (PDR) process. This list is not exhaustive we may ask you to carry out other duties appropriate to your grade

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