About the job
Part Time: 0.5FTE/18 hours per week
Fixed Term until: 31 August 2028 (24 months)
Interview Date: 3 August 2026
The University of Northampton is seeking a Lecturer in Sport Rehabilitation and Conditioning. You will join a collegiate team, with a positive culture of student-focused teaching and high impact research and knowledge exchange. In this post, you will deliver engaging teaching across the BASRAT accredited BSc Sports Rehabilitation and Conditioning, support students as a personal tutor, and contribute to wider faculty and University activity.
The successful applicant will work with collaboratively with colleagues across the Sport Rehabilitation and Conditioning team to support teaching and assessment on selected modules. The successful applicant will have an undergraduate degree and/ or a postgraduate degree in a related subject area and a background relating to sport injuries, MSK assessment methods, manual therapy, electrotherapeutic modalities, rehabilitation and exercise conditioning. You will also work with the team to support teaching and learning at the onsite sports injury clinic.
As an academic you will also be expected to contribute to the research and scholarly output of the subject area and work collegiately with other researchers within the faculty and wider University. This is supported through our research centres, mentor scheme, and twenty-five days leave for scholarly activity.
You will be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.
This post may be subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.
About you
You will have a proven background in sports rehabilitation, sports therapy, physiotherapy or strength and conditioning.
You will have experience in the delivery of high-quality teaching and assessment materials and applied practice experience. You will be a creative and able to motivate and inspire learners.
Experience of teaching and use of learning technologies in HE is essential.
The successful candidate will be ICT literate and have experience of module leadership and quality assurance.
A track record of effective partnership working (internal and external) to develop scholarship and employability opportunities in sport would be greatly advantageous.
You will be highly disciplined, organised, supportive, and able to work collegiately within a team.
Qualifications
- Degree in relevant subject (Sport Rehabilitation, Sport Therapy, Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning) and a
- Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, HEA or equivalent) or willingness to achieve within an agreed timescale.
Desirable:
- Master’s degree in relevant subject, PhD (or close to completion)
- Relevant professional qualification.
Faculty of Health, Sport & Behavioural Sciences
This post sits within the Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences (FHSBS) and contributes to a supportive and student-centred environment.
You will join a collegiate team with a collaborative culture of student-focused teaching and high impact research. This is a particularly good time to join us at the University, the Sport and Exercise 2025 NSS results see us 2nd in the country for¿‘Student Satisfaction with Teaching’ and 4th in the country for ‘Student Feedback’.
The University moved to our Waterside Campus in 2018 based in Northampton Town. Therefore, you will benefit from purpose-built laboratories and research facilities, a supportive team and well established and sustainable links with our regional partners.
About Us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
- Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
- Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
- Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
- Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. The University can consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position subject to eligibility requirements of the points-based system being met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.
Together @ UON
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.
Commitments Include:
- Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
- Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
- Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.
UON’s Major Commitments:
- Disability Confident
- Standalone Pledge
- IHRA Working Definition
For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON
