Lecturer in Psychology & Health and Social Care

Lecturer in Psychology & Health and Social Care

Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Shape Futures. Inspire Success.

As our Psychology and Health & Social Care provision continues to grow, QA Higher Education is seeking an engaging and student-focused Lecturer in Psychology & Health and Social Care to join our Manchester campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of programmes across both disciplines, supporting a diverse and international student population whilst helping to shape an outstanding academic experience. Working as part of a collaborative academic team, you will deliver high-quality teaching, contribute to curriculum development, support student achievement, and play a key role in maintaining academic quality and standards.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise across Psychology and/or Health & Social Care, who are passionate about developing students' knowledge, skills, and employability.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Lecturer, you will:

- Deliver engaging and effective teaching across Psychology and Health & Social Care modules.
- Support student learning through excellent academic guidance, feedback, and pastoral support.
- Contribute to curriculum design, enhancement, and module development.
- Participate in assessment, moderation, and quality assurance activities.
- Stay current with developments in your subject area and wider higher education sector.
- Participate in scholarly activity and contribute to the continued growth of the provision.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an outstanding student experience.

About You

You will have:

- A postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Health & Social Care, or a related discipline (Master's or PhD desirable).
- Eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (for Psychology specialists).
- Experience teaching Psychology and/or Health & Social Care within Higher Education or a comparable educational setting.
- Knowledge of BPS accreditation requirements and the CORE GBC curriculum (where applicable).
- Strong communication, organisational, and student support skills.
- A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience.
- The ability to engage and motivate students from a wide range of backgrounds.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

- Biological Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Individual Differences
- Research Methods
- Health Psychology
- Public Health
- Health and Social Care Practice
- Social Policy and Contemporary Health Challenges

Experience teaching Research Methods and supporting laboratory-based practical work would be advantageous.

Why Join QA Higher Education?

At QA Higher Education, you'll be part of a growing organisation that combines academic excellence with innovation and inclusivity. Working with students from around the world, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact whilst developing your own academic and professional career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Hybrid working model, combining on-campus teaching with opportunities for remote working
- Pension scheme
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- Access to employee wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing and ambitious academic provision
- A collaborative and student-focused academic environment