Deputy Strategic Lead for Work-based Learning

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The School of Medicine & Dentistry is seeking a highly motivated and solution-focused individual to join our dynamic dedicated team. The postholder will collaborate with the School’s Strategic Lead for Workbased Learning to have oversight of and recruit clinical placements; conduct quality management and evaluation of clinical placements and work-based learning environments and provide support and training where necessary.

About you:

You will have experience and understanding of work-based learning in undergraduate education, and an excellent track record of building and sustaining internal and external relationships. Excellent communication skills and an ability to work independently are essential. Applicants will be educated to undergraduate degree level.

Join us and contribute to the development of future healthcare professionals in a supportive and innovative environment.

Informal enquiries are welcomed; please contact Holly Henderson, via email in the first instance. 

Applicants must meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston with attendance at Burnley campus; occasional travel to Westlakes campus in Cumbria; and across our clinical placement footprint will be required. 

What we can offer you:

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 also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

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 outlines 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.