UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALESPRIFYSGOL DE CYMRU

Faculty of Life Sciences & Education

Lecturer in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy 0.5FTE Grade F, £35,845*

*subject to pro rata

Permanent contract 0.5 FTE (18.5 hours per week)

The Faculty of Life Sciences and Education is seeking to appoint a Lecturer (part-time) to join the School of Psychology and Therapeutic Studies. The successful applicant will teach primarily at postgraduate level, and will:

• contribute to teaching of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy skills and theory, using a CBT approach
• contribute to teaching of professional practice issues
• lead modules on the PG Diploma Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy
• support and supervise Masters dissertation projects
• engage in research, scholarly activity and/ or external training

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant and enthusiastic team, which encompasses a wide range of counselling and psychotherapy approaches. This job may suit you if you are an experienced therapist with up-to-date knowledge of the subject area, with particular reference to Children and Young People, and a commitment to training new therapists in best practice. You will be accredited as a therapist by BABCP (or equivalent), or eligible to apply for accreditation.

Experience of teaching in Higher or Further Education is preferred. Interest in developing a research profile is a strong advantage.

The course is based at our light and modern Newport City Centre Campus, which has excellent public transport links. Students benefit from placements in our in-house counselling services and a purpose-built counselling clinic used by both courses and services.

The terms and conditions of the post (including grade and salary) will be those of the University of South Wales.

Applications can be made here:

https://jobs.southwales.ac.uk/en/vacancies/7761/lecturer_cognitive_behavioural_psychotherapy/#job-advert 

Closing Date 29.10.2020