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Lecturer in Operating Department Practice
School of Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Location: Stafford Campus (With requirement to work at other campus's and sites as required)
Salary: £39,355 to £55,755 Per Annum - Full Time Permanent
Release Date: Tuesday 24 February 2026
Closing Date: Monday 09 March 2026
Reference: HEPS04-26
At the School of Health, Education, Policing & Sciences at University of Staffordshire we have an exciting portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with astrong history of Operating Department Practitioner education. We are keen to recruit excellent lecturing staff to support our ODP 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.
About The Role
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 ‘immersive’ teaching and learning environments.
We are looking for experienced candidates who have demonstrable excellent subject knowledge in perioperative care, with a passion to teach and shape the next generation of Operating Department Practitioners.
Additional Desirable Skills
• Experience of working in surgical first assistant roles.
• 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.
Please note: Applicants must hold live registration with the Health & Care Professions Council as an Operating Department Practitioner.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Postles (Course Director) - Sarah.Postles@staffs.ac.uk
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In return for your contributions to the work of our University, you'll be based from one of our industry leading campuses, enjoying a range of benefits exclusive to members of our community and contributing to our vision, value and culture. Before you apply, take an opportunity to learn more about us by visiting the links above.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Staffordshire University is committed to promoting and enabling a positive culture where staff, students and visitors are confident to be their authentic selves. We focus on inclusion as a way to ensure equality of opportunity for all our people and to demonstrate our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits a diverse organisation can bring for the University.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people, who are currently under-represented in the University workforce.
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