Lecturer In Paramedic Science (2101)
Lecturer In Paramedic Science
Salary: £38,784 - £43,482 (pro-rata) - High Wycombe
1.8 FTE Full Time or Part time roles available.
We’re not trying to fit in with the higher education status quo. We’re challenging it. We’re doing things differently – because our students, our staff, and our world need us to.
So this is an exciting moment to join us. We’re boldly reimagining what a university can be: a place rooted in social mobility, a community where difference is celebrated, and an institution that empowers people to become more than they thought possible.
This exciting role within the College of Health & Society is for a Lecturer, who will contribute to teaching on our BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science course and other relevant programmes within the college.
Working with a professional, knowledgeable and focused team, you will engage with relevant sectors and contribute to the college’s continuing strong reputation as a leader in innovative and career-focused programmes for those who wish to excel in these areas. The role requires someone with knowledge, drive, commitment and a flair for sharing those attributes with our ambitious and highly capable students.
What we offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum), plus bank holidays & closure days (pro-rata for part time)
- training & development support opportunities
- contributory pension scheme (defined benefits scheme)
- FREE gym membership to our on-site gym
- a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.
Please click here for our behavioural based interview question bank.
Please click here to view our employee handbook.
For further information and informal discussions about this role, please contact Ass Prof Helen Burton-Gow by email; helen.burton-gow@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you
We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
If you’re considering using AI to support your application, we encourage you to question the value it adds. The use of AI tools sometimes erodes authenticity and prevents us from being able to assess the real you. We strongly recommend you prepare your application using your own skills and knowledge and that AI is only used for the purpose of review.
Closing date: 28th August 2026
Interview date: w/c 14th September 2026
(Competency Based Interview and Micro-Teach)
If you are invited to interview for this role, you will need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK and if on a visa, current visa and status. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and dependent on the salary level of the position.
Buckinghamshire New University is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
To be used in alignment with our Academic Charter and Career Pathways
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Job Title: Lecturer in Paramedic Science
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College/Directorate:
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Grade: G |
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Location: High Wycombe; Aylesbury, Uxbridge as appropriate, with travel to other campuses
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Responsible to: Programme lead or Associate professor of Paramedicine |
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Job Purpose:
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Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Research and Knowledge Exchange:
- Conduct research and scholarly activity, clearly plan to generate income and align own research with teaching and learning
- Engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context
- Engage in doctoral supervision
- Contribute to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer-reviewed (non-conference) outputs
- Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture
- Undertake research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
- Contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship:
- Undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery and quality
- Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer-reviewed pedagogical outputs
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensuring delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes
- Contribute to research informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme design and planning including digital technology to enhance learning
- Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships
- Engage with professional bodies, employers and other organisations to enhance professional practice and student outcomes
- Provide effective feedback, support and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance.
- Participate in funded educational projects as required
Leadership and Academic Citizenship:
- Contribute to growth by increasing student recruitment
- Active participation in business planning, strategy setting and key decision making within the College using relevant data and metrics to improve student experience and outcomes
- Develop others through mentoring, training and supporting CPD
- Engage with professional bodies, policy-makers, employers and other relevant groups including participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community
- Support and engage with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality.
- Contribute to income generation
- Foster a culture of inclusion, making a positive contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning
Other
- Engage in professional development activities (e.g. CPD, attendance at conferences)
- Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the marketing and promotional work of the College
- Act as a commentator or contributor to media
- Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g. the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices
- Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
For roles with line management responsibilities:
- Line management responsibilities including recruitment and selection, performance management, professional development, motivation, health & safety and wellbeing.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test/Presentation I = Interview
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Education, Qualifications & Training |
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First degree in a relevant field |
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Doctoral level qualification (or working towards) or relevant professional experience in field |
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Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow of the HEA or evidenced commitment to achieving within two years |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Expert knowledge in discipline/field |
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Delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners |
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Evidence as an active researcher and delivery of high-quality research and scholarship |
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Contribution to research active communities |
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Delivering excellent student/customer experience |
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Contribution to subject association; learning society or professional body |
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Knowledge/experience of income generation OR funded projects |
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Experience of research supervision, personal tutoring or personal development |
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Skills |
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Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills* |
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Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools |
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Highly effective customer service skills |
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Special Requirements |
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A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations and across all University campuses, as required |
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A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays) |
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*you will be required to deliver a micro-teach as part of your interview
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
Making every contact count by providing the best quality service to all our customers (Internal
Customers, Students and all our Stakeholders). Building genuine and open long-term relationships in
order to improve customer services.
Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives.
Recognising a valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
