salary
£50,253 to £58,225 per annum
LocatioN
Preston Campus
Hours
Full Time, 37 hours per week
contract type
Indefinite
flexibility
Potentially
The University of Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university tracing its roots back to 1828 and leading the way in modern learning today.
Today we’re one of the UK’s largest universities with a staff and student community approaching 38,000. Our employment-focused course portfolio has over 350 undergraduate programmes, nearly 200+ postgraduate courses and rich array of CPD courses.
Our new School of Veterinary Medicine is one of only eleven in the UK, and Lancashire’s first.
The School will provide state-of-the-art, sector leading purpose-built training amenities, including high-specification anatomical skills laboratories, simulated operating theatres, diagnostic suites and pharmacies, microscopy labs and immersive teaching facilities to enhance the learning for students studying a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the veterinary and animal sciences. The school focus will be on producing much-needed industry-ready graduates for our region and beyond.
Did you know …
- We are ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings 2023).
- We are proud to have gained various 5 Star (Excellent) accolades in the internationally recognised QS Stars 2022 ratings system. Our University has a 4 QS Stars (Very Good) rating overall.
- We’ve transformed our Preston Campus with the opening of our Engineering Innovation Centre, Student Centre and University Square. These transformations are for the benefit of our colleagues, students and the wider community.
The School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Lecturer with expertise in Clinical Communication and Professional Skills to join our growing academic team. You will play a key role in delivering an outstanding student experience through high-quality teaching, curriculum development and student support across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, while contributing to the School's research, scholarship and external engagement activities.
You will have experience in veterinary clinical communication and teaching, alongside an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a veterinary or other relevant discipline, and a relevant Masters qualification. Registration with the RCVS would be advantageous.
You will be an engaging and inclusive educator with strong communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to develop innovative learning experiences, and enthusiasm for supporting student success, research and the continued development of veterinary education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (Essential)
- Sound knowledge and practical experience of veterinary sciences including Clinical Communication skills (Application/Interview).
- Experience of working with a wide variety of people in professional contexts and adapting communication strategies accordingly (Application/Interview).
- Experience of teaching Veterinary Clinical and Communication (Application/Interview).
- Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a veterinary or other relevant discipline (Application).
- Higher education teaching qualification (e.g. PGCHE, FHEA or equivalent), or a commitment to complete within one year of appointment (Application).
- A relevant Masters qualification or equivalent professional, specialist experience (Application).
- Flexible, creative, and innovative approach to teaching and learning including experience of face-to-face and virtual learning environments (Application/Interview).
- Ability to undertake research/knowledge transfer (Application/ Interview).
- Enthusiasm for widening participation and supporting under-represented groups into higher education (Application/Interview). Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team (Application/ Interview).
- IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Padlet and quiz software etc. (Application/Interview).
- Commitment to animal welfare in practice and understanding of animal ethics (Application/Interview).
- Excellent problem solving and communication skills (Application/ Interview).
- An understanding of and demonstrable commitment to the University’s Values as a framework for decisions, actions and behaviours (Interview).
- Able to support an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to participate (Interview).
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (Desirable)
- Experience of teaching and assessment at Levels 4-7 (Application/Interview).
- Experience of simulation in education (Application/Interview).
- Experience of curriculum development, constructive alignment and assessment techniques (Application/Interview).
- Extensive experience of Clinical Communication activities (Application/Interview).
- Publications, conference presentation (Application).
- PhD in a relevant area (Application).
- RCVS registration (Application).
- An ability to contribute to commercial activities and income generation (Application/Interview).
- An ability to contribute to the enhancement of research within the School (Application/Interview).
- Promote the advancement of learning and teaching, student experience and success, quality assurance and enhancement, including monitoring and evaluation of outcomes, to ensure high standards are maintained and requirements of all relevant regulatory bodies are met.
- Design and develop effective and inclusive learning materials and assessments to align with programme and module descriptors.
- Contribute the School of Veterinary Medicine’ academic and research objectives through scholarly activities, knowledge transfer and research outputs.
- Provide academic and pastoral support to undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Teach to a high quality standard using engaging and inclusive teaching, learning and assessment methods and technologies, including via VLE and other digital media.
- Contribute to the assessment process for students including enhancement, setting, invigilation, marking and moderation of the student work, individually or collectively as part of a programme team in accordance with University and School quality assurance procedures.
- Provide high quality, timely, formative and summative feedback to students.
- Ensure that learning content is appropriate, up to date and comprehensive to enable successful achievement of agreed learning outcomes.
- To contribute to the further development of the School of Veterinary Medicine course provision as well as undertaking strategic development responsibilities relating to Clinical Communication and professional skills in veterinary education.
- To undertake administrative duties relevant to module leadership (administer course registers, assessment records, learning programmes and other records) and Personal Tutoring including supporting student retention, and engagement, identifying and assisting struggling students.
- To support processes to enhance the student voice and integrate student wellbeing into course delivery.
- Engage with the recruitment of students onto courses and provide appropriate advice on progression and career opportunities. To participate in the student admission process: open days; recruitment; clearing; and selection events for all campus sites.
- Contribute to development and delivery of CPD, PPD or PG degree courses.
- To develop and consolidate contacts with industry/employers, university partners and other external organisations, particularly to maximise opportunities for interprofessional interactions and education including research, outreach and income generating activities.
- Carry out other duties commensurate with the level of the post as outlined by the Head of School.
- With regards to the nature of your role and its impact upon our students, make an active contribution to and support the improvement of the student experience.
- Undertake other relevant duties and responsibilities appropriate to the grade of the post.
Salary: £50,253 to £58,225 per annum
Working hours: 37 hours per week
Preston campus.
We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.
Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.
We want to understand your genuine interest in the role, and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience, and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style.
Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 11.59 pm
Interview date: TBC
Informal enquiries can be made via email to Heather Cameron-Whytock, Veterinary Principal Lecturer in Education.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
For full details and to apply, click here.
We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outline our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.
Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.
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