We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the University of Derby, we are shaping the future of medical education through innovative programmes, widening participation and strong partnerships with our local communities and healthcare providers.

Central to this ambition is the development of the University of Derby Medical School, with plans to deliver a five-year undergraduate MBChB programme. Our growing Medicine at Derby portfolio also includes an Access to HE (Medicine) Diploma, the Recognising Potential Pathway to Medicine, outreach activities and postgraduate and professional development opportunities.

Working closely with NHS partners, schools, colleges, community organisations and the University of Sunderland, we aim to develop a skilled, compassionate healthcare workforce that meets the needs of Derby, Derbyshire and beyond.

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative medical professional with an interest in education to lead the development, delivery and evaluation of the University's Recognising Potential programmes and associated pathways into medicine and healthcare. The role will focus on supporting learners from underrepresented backgrounds to raise their aspirations, develop their skills and confidence, and successfully progress into higher education and future healthcare careers.

Working closely with the Founding Dean of Medicine and a wide range of internal and external partners, you will design and deliver engaging educational programmes for learners aged 8–18 and beyond, including aspiring medical students and those studying on the University's Access to Medicine Diploma. Activities will include medical school application support, UCAT and Multiple Mini Interview preparation, clinical and communication skills workshops, simulated work experience, outreach activities and summer schools.

You will play a key role in developing innovative learning resources, evaluating programme impact and using evidence to drive continuous improvement. Building strong partnerships with schools, colleges, healthcare organisations and community stakeholders will be central to creating sustainable educational pathways and expanding access to medicine and other healthcare professions.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of the University of Derby Medical School, champion widening participation and social mobility, and help shape a future healthcare workforce that better reflects the diversity of the communities it serves.

Please note this role is 0.2 FTE (working pattern to be discussed at interview; however may include some weekends and evenings); on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

The anticipated interview date will be 25^th November 2026.

About You

You will be a qualified medical professional with a primary medical qualification and full GMC registration with a licence to practise, alongside experience in medical education, widening participation or supporting learners aspiring to enter medicine and other healthcare professions. You will have a strong understanding of UK medical school admissions processes, including UCAT and Multiple Mini Interview preparation, and a passion for helping learners from diverse backgrounds realise their potential.

You will bring experience of developing engaging educational programmes and resources, delivering interactive, learner-centred teaching and evaluating educational activities to improve outcomes. With a clear understanding of widening participation, social mobility, equality, diversity and inclusion, you will be committed to breaking down barriers to higher education and creating opportunities for underrepresented learners.

An excellent communicator and relationship-builder, you will be confident working collaboratively with academic colleagues, schools, colleges, healthcare organisations and community partners. You will have strong organisational and project management skills, the ability to analyse data and produce reports, and the confidence to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences. You will be proactive, adaptable and able to use your initiative while contributing effectively to a wider team.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Runa Saha, Founding Dean, r.saha@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 08 Nov 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £33,662 to £45,641 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Executive Services team provide professional, executive level assistance and support to members of the University’s Executive Board (“UEB”), the senior leaders of the University. This is a busy yet exciting and diverse team to be a part of, working with colleagues within both the University and externally.

Executive Services is a high-performing and collaborative team committed to delivering an outstanding service, embracing digital innovation and continuously improving how we support executive decision-making and organisational success.

About the Role

This role is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the University's strategic leadership
 
 We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Services Officer to provide professional, confidential support to a member of the University Executive Board (UEB). This is a varied and fast-paced role at the heart of the University's strategic leadership, requiring excellent judgement, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.

The role also provides opportunities to lead on improvements to processes and ways of working, contribute to cross-University projects and work collaboratively with colleagues across professional services and academic departments.

Please note that this position is full-time, on a 12 month fixed term contract; based on-site at our Kedleston Road Campus.

The anticipated interview date is 20th November 2026.

About You

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Hannah Hallam, Chief of Staff via h.hallam@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 08 Nov 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the University of Derby, our Institute of Education and Skills is at the heart of shaping the educators, trainers, and leaders of tomorrow. We are dedicated to inspiring, developing, and empowering professionals across education, training, and lifelong learning to transform lives and communities.

We deliver high-quality programmes that span teacher training, post-16 education, early years, educational leadership, and workforce development. By combining academic expertise with real-world application, we prepare our students to make an impact in diverse educational settings.

Our staff are committed to innovation, inclusion, and excellence; engaging learners with cutting-edge research, sector-leading practice, and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We are proud to work with schools, colleges, training providers, and employers across the region and beyond, ensuring that our teaching is grounded in the needs of society and industry.

Whether through developing the next generation of teachers, enhancing workforce skills, or advancing educational research, the Institute of Education and Skills plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of education.

About the Team

At the University of Derby, our Initial Teacher Training Education (ITTE) Primary programmes are designed to prepare future primary school teachers with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a lasting difference in children’s lives.

We offer a supportive, practice-based route into teaching, combining high-quality academic study with extensive school-based placements across our strong network of partner schools. Trainees gain hands-on experience in real classrooms while being guided by experienced mentors and academic experts.

Our ITTE Primary provision is committed to developing highly skilled, reflective, and inclusive practitioners; whilst building strong subject knowledge and pedagogical expertise.

About the Role

As a Lecturer in Initial Teacher Training and Education, you will play a key role in developing and inspiring the next generation of education professionals. You will deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes, contributing to curriculum development, innovative learning approaches and an outstanding student experience. Alongside teaching and assessment, you will provide academic and pastoral support, helping students to achieve their potential and prepare for successful careers in education.

You will also contribute to research, scholarly activity and knowledge exchange, sharing your expertise through publications, conferences and collaborative partnerships. Working with colleagues and external partners, including schools, employers and professional bodies, you will help strengthen the University's academic profile, enhance real-world learning opportunities and ensure employability is embedded throughout the curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to teacher education through inspiring teaching, impactful research and collaborative working.

The anticipated interview date is 25^th November.

About You

You will be a student-focused educator with a passion for developing the next generation of teachers and enhancing the quality of teacher education. With Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), recent experience in primary or Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) education, and a strong academic background, you will bring valuable professional expertise and a commitment to research-informed teaching and learning. You will have a good understanding of current DfE, Ofsted and ITTECF frameworks, alongside knowledge of curriculum design, assessment, mentoring and effective school partnerships.

You will be a reflective and collaborative professional who can engage and inspire students through a range of innovative teaching approaches, supported by strong communication, relationship-building and digital skills. Committed to delivering an outstanding student experience, you will contribute to curriculum development, scholarly activity and research, while supporting students' academic progress and professional development. With a flexible, proactive approach and a commitment to continuous professional development, quality assurance and academic excellence, you will play an important role in advancing the ambitions of the Institute of Education and Skills and the wider University. You will also be willing to work towards gaining Advance HE Fellowship and, where required, to develop your doctoral-level qualifications or equivalent professional standing.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Charlotte Mosey, Assistant Head of Discipline, email: c.mosey@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 15 Nov 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our Campus Life and Student Living department is responsible for essential services that significantly impact the student experience. 

Campus Life is all about the various services that enhance the overall student experience, including sports, recreational facilities and community engagement. 

Whereas our Student Living teams ensure the safety, comfort and compliance of the University's residential estates.

Whichever team you become a part of; student experience is our focus!

Our security team are key to the University's success. Generally being the first interaction our customers and visitors will have with us, the service they receive from you and the team will shape their experience.

About the Role

The full-time working hours for this role are 37 hours per week, working on a shift pattern consisting on Early, Days and Late shifts ranging between 06:00 to 22:00. You will be a vital member of our security teams who are responsible for delivering safety and security at Buxton campus/

The University of Derby is a vibrant and progressive place which strives to excel in everything it does. Our security team are key to the University's success. Generally being the first interaction our customers and visitors will have with us, the service they receive from you and the team will shape their experience. We are looking for an individual who is a customer focussed team player with an eye for detail. 

You will be responsible for providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment, whilst encouraging all site users to promote a secure environment through their own conduct. You will also be responsible for providing advice, guidance, and support on all security related matters, across multiple sites, ensuring continued excellence in performance, profile and service at all times.  Your role will be key to ensuring excellent security services delivery and pivotal in leading our security teams.

If you think this may be you then please submit your application to join the team. 

The anticipated interview date will be W/C 9th November 2026.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring a solid foundation of academic achievement, alongside a full, clean UK driving licence to support operational flexibility. You will have demonstrable experience in team-oriented environments, where collaboration and effective communication were key to achieving shared goals.

You will have worked in a fast-paced security setting. Your background will include delivering front line security and customer service experience. You will have planned and delivered proactive patrol strategies, aligned to specific risk profiles, and adapted them as needed based on dynamic security demands.

Furthermore, you will be proficient in compiling comprehensive reports, as well as conducting initial investigations into security breaches or incidents of crime. Your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure will be essential in contributing to the safety and integrity of the organisation.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance
• Holiday purchase
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact the Head of Security by email a.shams@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 02 Nov 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £27,547 to £28,381 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £32,638.15 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design. 

School of Science

The School of Science brings together three key subject areas; Environmental Sciences, Biomedical and Forensic Science and Psychology. The School has strong links with key external agencies including the University Hospitals for Derby and Burton NHS Trust who support the Biomedical Sciences IBMS provision as well as research collaborations. The School also works with regional forensic science agencies including the police and private forensic science labs as well as numerous environmental agencies locally, nationally and internationally focusing on conservation, habitat management and environmental regeneration.

About the Role

The Psychology subject area is home to the University's Psychology and Counselling and Psychotherapy provision, delivered at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. As a TEF Gold institution, we are proud to contribute high quality programmes grounded in psychological and behavioural science with a significant focus on applied psychology and professional practice. We provide a large accredited provision across several Professional and Statutory Regulatory Bodies (including the BPS, HCPC, BABCP, BACP, NCPS and CIEHF). Our programmes provide undergraduate underpinnings and initial postgraduate training for some psychological professions, and support progression into careers across sectors such as marketing, business, management and leadership (and many more). Furthermore we offer training in a range of therapeutic modalities across the counselling and psychotherapy provision and contribute to the development of the wider psychological workforce through our NHS based commissioned programmes. In Psychology our provision is underpinned by excellent student support to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students and high quality progression opportunities into a range of careers. Our delivery is further underpinned by high quality scientific research and scholarly activity, with industry informed and based research at the forefront of curriculum developments to ensure programmes are meeting the needs of employers to foster the success of our graduates from across the subject.

We are excited to offer this Maternity Cover post to support the delivery of our growing British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited provision in Psychology on campus and online. As a Lecturer in Psychology, you will contribute to the delivery of modules that form part of the undergraduate and postgraduate portfolio across the Psychology subject area, including core areas recognised by the British Psychological Society and any specialist areas. Our provision is delivered both on campus and online and this role will include delivery across both modes. Objectives of the post holder will be to contribute to the delivery of excellence in teaching across the portfolio, and to contribute to achievement of the highest outcomes for our students through excellent teaching and student support.

Psychology has an active research agenda and growing research profile. You will have the opportunity to engage with and/or support financially sustainable research and/or other appropriate academic and scholarly activity. 

The role will include supporting our marketing events (e.g., open days) and outreach (e.g., school visits) which occasionally take place into evenings and at weekends. We do support hybrid working as business needs permit and in agreement with the Head of Discipline.   

We are advertising this role as a full time position, however we would also consider part time applications; please express your preference in your application.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis to cover a period of maternity leave due to start in February/March 2027, with the contract for 12 months. There may be the potential for the contract to be extended beyond this date, however this cannot be guaranteed.

Anticipated interview date(s): Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd December 2026

About You

You will contribute to teaching across our excellent provision to enhance its quality and ensure an outstanding student experience. There is an expectation of working collaboratively across the Psychology subject area and wider College and Institution to deliver curriculum, and to progress the research and scholarship agenda. As such, skills in communication and collaboration are vital. The successful candidate will benefit from support to pursue research in keeping with the University of Derby academic themes, and contribute to our high-quality research profile.

We would especially welcome applications from candidates with expertise in biological psychology, cognitive psychology and/or qualitative research methods, although other applications are not excluded. We welcome applications from candidates who are in the final stages of completing their PhD (submitted or awaiting examination).

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Amy Baraniak, Head of Discipline for Psychology via a.baraniak@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 22 Nov 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The External Relations Department is responsible for enhancing the University of Derby's reputation and profile, driving student recruitment and supporting the University's strategic ambitions. Through specialist teams spanning marketing, communications, digital, social media, events and student recruitment, the department delivers impactful campaigns, engaging events and outstanding customer experiences that connect prospective students and stakeholders with the University, both nationally and internationally.

About the Role

This Graduate Internship provides an opportunity to support the University of Derby in achieving its student recruitment objectives and enhancing the University's profile through the planning, coordination, and delivery of a wide range of high-quality events. Working as part of the External Relations Events Team, you will contribute to the delivery of recruitment events, including Open Days, Applicant Days, school and college visits, and conversion activities, alongside stakeholder engagement events such as University Court meetings, alumni events, donor engagement activities, and internal University events.

The role offers hands-on experience in event management and administration, supporting all stages of the event lifecycle from planning and logistics through to on-the-day delivery and post-event activities. You will assist with attendee communications, event coordination, administrative processes, and general office tasks, gaining valuable insight into the day-to-day operations of a busy events function while developing key professional skills in a supportive environment.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised graduate who is keen to develop a career in events, stakeholder engagement, marketing, communications, or a related field. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

You will be highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities, and have strong attention to detail. A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. You should be confident using Microsoft Office applications and be comfortable carrying out a range of administrative and event support activities.

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has a positive and customer-focused attitude, and is keen to gain hands-on experience supporting the delivery of recruitment, stakeholder, and University events while developing valuable professional skills.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Emma Cropper, Events Operations Manager via E.Cropper@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £27,547 to £28,381 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £32,638.15 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all. 

Student Services

Student Services provides a range of student support, information, guidance and development services across the University including, counselling, disability, mental health, financial support and other key services delivered centrally These teams work closely together (and with other sections of the university) to provide the best possible services to our students, to enhance the student experience, to help students achieve their full potential and to meet the strategic aims of the University. These services are central to the student experience, they are visible, seamless, effective and tailored to the needs of our student community.

About the Role

As a Progress Coach, you will play a key role in supporting learners to succeed throughout their educational journey. Working with a diverse student population, you will provide proactive pastoral, academic and wellbeing support, helping learners overcome barriers to achievement and reach their full potential.

You will manage a caseload of students, monitoring attendance, engagement and progress, and using data and insight to identify where additional support or intervention may be required. Acting as a trusted point of contact, you will build strong relationships with learners and work closely with curriculum teams, Student Services colleagues, employer partners and, where appropriate, parents/carers and external agencies to coordinate effective support and positive outcomes.

A core element of the role is delivering high-quality coaching, mentoring and tutorial activities that promote personal development, resilience, employability and learner success. You will also contribute to the delivery of key themes including safeguarding, Prevent, equality, diversity and inclusion, and learner wellbeing.

The role has a strong pastoral and safeguarding focus and is central to the University's commitment to providing an outstanding learner experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop valuable experience in supporting a broad range of learner groups within a unique and growing educational environment.

This role requires close collaboration with colleagues across the University and external stakeholders. Occasional evening and weekend working will be required to support key University events, learner engagement activities and recruitment events, and there may be a requirement to travel between University sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in student support, learner engagement, safeguarding or educational wellbeing, while making a tangible difference to students' experiences, outcomes and future progression.

About You

You will be an approachable, proactive and student-focused professional with experience of working with young people and adult learners in an educational, support, coaching, mentoring or pastoral environment. Passionate about helping learners succeed, you will be skilled at building positive relationships and creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive.

With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be confident working with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, academic colleagues, parents/carers, employer partners and external agencies. You will be able to provide effective one-to-one and group support, helping learners to overcome barriers to learning, improve engagement and achieve their goals.

You will have experience of working in a student-centred environment and be comfortable using attendance, progress and wellbeing information to identify concerns, implement timely interventions and monitor outcomes. A strong understanding of the importance of safeguarding, wellbeing and learner welfare is essential, particularly when supporting younger learners and those who may require additional support.

The successful candidate will be educated to a minimum of Level 3 and hold GCSE English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) at Level 2. You will either hold a Level 2 Safeguarding qualification or be willing to work towards this. Most importantly, you will bring enthusiasm, resilience and a commitment to supporting learners to realise their potential, while contributing positively to the wider student experience.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Collette Lumbert, Student Experience Manager via C.Lumbert2@blc.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 28 Oct 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry sits at the heart of the University, supporting every stage of the student journey from initial enquiry and application through to graduation and award. Working in close partnership with academic and professional service colleagues, Registry teams help to deliver an outstanding student experience through expert leadership of student administration, academic governance, student services, regulatory compliance and student support.

Our teams are committed to service excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, combining professional expertise with research-informed practice to enhance outcomes for students and the wider University community. We foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, diversity, opportunity and success for all.

This is an exciting time to join the University of Derby as we continue to evolve our services, embrace digital innovation and strengthen our student-centred approach to support success, belonging and achievement across the student lifecycle.

About the Role

As Registrar, you will be one of the University's most senior professional leaders, reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Deputy CEO and leading a significant portfolio spanning Registry and Student Services.

You will provide strategic leadership across student and academic administration, student services, academic governance, regulatory compliance and student lifecycle management, ensuring the University delivers an outstanding, inclusive and high-quality experience for students from recruitment and enrolment through to graduation and progression.

As a member of the University's senior leadership community, you will play a key role in shaping institutional strategy and responding to the opportunities and challenges facing higher education. You will lead the development of future-focused services, drive digital transformation and service innovation, champion the use of data and insight to inform decision-making, and ensure the University remains responsive to changing student needs and regulatory requirements.

The role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on student success, wellbeing, inclusion and achievement. You will work closely with academic leaders, professional service directors, students and external stakeholders to deliver services that enable every student to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Upon appointment, this role will require a Fit and Proper Persons check. For more information, please refer to this guidance.

Please note that this vacancy will consist of a two-stage interview process. Shortlisted candidates should be available for:

• Stage 1: Tuesday 24^th November
• Stage 2: Thursday 3^rd December and Friday 4^th December

We encourage candidates to reserve both dates, as alternative interview dates will not be available.

About You

You will be an experienced and strategic leader with a successful track record of leading complex services within higher education or a similarly regulated environment. You will bring significant experience of leading large-scale operations, organisational change and high-performing teams, alongside the credibility to contribute at executive level and influence institutional decision-making.

You will possess deep expertise in areas such as student administration, academic services, student support, governance, regulatory compliance and the wider student experience agenda. Equally important will be your ability to see the bigger picture, balancing strategic leadership with operational excellence while driving innovation, transformation and continuous improvement.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about student success and who shares our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and opportunity for all. You will be an exceptional relationship builder, capable of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries, inspiring teams, and developing strong partnerships that enhance outcomes for students, colleagues and the wider University community.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and values-driven leader to shape the future of Registry and Student Services and play a pivotal role in delivering the University's strategic ambitions.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Nadine Broadhurst, HR Business Partner via N.Broadhurst@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit our website.

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 09 Nov 2026

Area: Senior Management

Salary: £96,184 to £120,230 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £138,265 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all. 

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused International Compliance Advisor to join our Registry team on a fixed-term basis. This role will provide dedicated operational support for the monitoring of attendance and engagement for students who have been issued a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). Working closely with colleagues across Registry, academic teams and professional services, you will help ensure that attendance evidence is complete, accurate and auditable, supporting the University’s compliance with UKVI sponsor duties and Basic Compliance Assessment requirements.

You will track attendance and engagement data, reconcile electronic and manual records, identify students who may require intervention, and ensure that follow-up activity is documented clearly and consistently. The role will involve meeting with students where required, supporting re-engagement activity, preparing case summaries and evidence packs, and escalating higher-risk cases in line with University policy and compliance requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, process and people, and who can balance accuracy, sensitivity and good judgement in a busy service environment. You will contribute to strengthening attendance monitoring controls during a period of change and help ensure that students receive timely, appropriate support to re-engage with their studies.

This role is on a fixed term basis for 12 months.

Anticipated interview date: Monday 16th November 2026

About You

You will be highly organised, accurate and confident working with information from different systems and sources. You will be able to identify gaps or inconsistencies in records, follow agreed processes, and use your judgement to decide when a matter should be followed up or escalated. Strong written communication skills and the ability to maintain clear, defensible records will be essential.

You will have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with students and colleagues in a professional, supportive and tactful way. You will be comfortable working in a busy administrative environment, managing competing priorities, and collaborating across teams to achieve shared outcomes. Experience of higher education, visa compliance or student attendance monitoring would be beneficial, but we are also interested in candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills, sound judgement and a strong commitment to service quality and compliance.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Andreea Lindqvist, International Compliance Manager via a.lindqvist@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 02 Nov 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £28,807 to £30,125 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £34,643.75 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all. 

About the Role

About You

We are seeking an experienced systems, data or service professional with a strong understanding of FE, Skills or Apprenticeship administration and a proven appreciation of the importance of regulatory compliance, data integrity and effective business processes. You will be confident working with complex systems and datasets, translating operational requirements into practical solutions and driving continuous service improvement.

You will be an effective collaborator, able to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, providing expert advice, influencing decision making and constructively challenging existing ways of working to deliver positive change. With significant experience of FE, Skills or student record systems, you will bring a strong understanding of data quality, governance and compliance requirements, alongside experience of developing and improving processes, reporting and management information.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to assess risk, balance priorities and understand wider business impacts. You will be confident working independently, taking the initiative to lead service enhancements and support organisational transformation. A degree, or equivalent relevant professional experience, is essential.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Paul Grocott, Operational Compliance Manager (Skills & Apprenticeships) via p.grocott@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. However, should you choose to be based at our Buxton site, the role will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 08 Nov 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home of STEM: the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, data science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and psychology - we are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design.

School of Engineering and Built Environment 

The School of Engineering and Built Environment at the University of Derby is a dynamic and future-focused academic community that blends technical excellence with creative innovation. It offers a wide range of programmes across engineering, architecture, construction, and design, preparing students to tackle global challenges in sustainability, infrastructure, and the built environment. The School is home to research-active academics with backgrounds in engineering, architecture, interior design, and construction. Our staff bring real-world experience and academic rigour to the classroom, supporting students in developing both creative portfolios and technical competencies.

The discipline area is located in the University’s STEM annex in Markeaton Street, where staff offices and lab facilities are co-located. Key investments in the last few years include dedicated intelligent instrumentation and smart sensor technologies, robotics, renewable energy, power engineering and advanced materials and manufacturing. The discipline area is actively engaged in knowledge exchange projects and has an active applied research agenda. 

About the Role

Technical Services at the University of Derby underpins the key activities of teaching, research, knowledge transfer and innovation. As an applied University we value the importance of practical work and experimental learning.  Our highly skilled Technicians from across all areas of the organisation play a vital part in delivering the very best student experience, developing research activity and contributing to innovation. Central to the success of our Technical Service is collaboration, teamwork and knowledge sharing.  

Technical colleagues within the College of Science and Engineering support a wide range of specialist resources and activities. Working independently and in collaboration with academics, our technicians play an important role in advancing the work in many of our academic disciplines. We support specialist areas such as laboratories, workshops and controlled environments. We also provide specialist support for Research Centres such as the Institute for Innovation in Sustainable Engineering (IISE), East Midlands Institute of Technology (EMIOT) and the Nuclear Skills Academy (NSA).

As a signatory of the national Technician Commitment programme, the University has pledged to support the visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability of Technical colleagues.

Many of our highly skilled technical staff members hold PhDs and Degrees in disciplines associated with the specialisms they deliver. An increasing number of our technicians have been recognised for their contribution to teaching and student support as Fellows and Associate Fellows of Advance HE. A number also hold professional accreditation status through organisations such as the Science Council, which establishes knowledge, understanding and competence.

As Technician in Civil Engineering, you will contribute to laboratory and field-based learning across core civil engineering disciplines, including surveying, structural engineering, geotechnics, and fluid mechanics. Responsibilities will include maintenance, demonstrating technical procedures, preparing equipment and experimental setups, and supporting the delivery of practical classes and fieldwork.

An important core aspect of the role will involve the support of surveying activities and field trips. This will include the operation, maintenance, and demonstration of surveying technologies. The post holder will also support the processing, management, and presentation of survey data, producing outputs aligned with current industry standards.

A Full UK Driving Licence (manual) is essential for this role as you will be required to drive the University of Derby vehicles and hired vehicles (up to 3.5 tonne) to transport equipment between sites. Please note that we are unable to offer adapted vehicles. There is a requirement to load and unload equipment, typically with a maximum weight up to 50kg, with shared lifting processes.

About You

You will hold qualification(s) equivalent to a degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or a related discipline, or possess comparable knowledge and transferable skills gained through relevant professional experience.

The ideal candidate will have technical experience supporting civil engineering activities, preferably gained within an industrial, construction, research, or educational environment. You will have experience in the operation, maintenance and safe use of a range of civil engineering equipment and technical resources used in laboratory, fieldwork and practical teaching environments. This may include surveying equipment, testing apparatus, monitoring equipment, and associated software or data collection systems.

You will be confident in preparing equipment and facilities for practical activities, assisting with field and laboratory exercises, and supporting students and staff in the effective use of specialist resources. Experience of fault finding, routine maintenance, and ensuring equipment remains fit for purpose would be advantageous.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Richard Bostock, Technical Team Leader via R.Bostock@Derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

About the Role

About You

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused professional with proven experience of leading teams and delivering high-quality services within a compliance, governance, student support, or regulatory environment. This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys managing people, navigating complex regulations, and driving service excellence.

The successful candidate will have experience of motivating and developing teams, alongside a strong understanding of compliance and governance processes. You will be confident interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, and policy requirements, providing accurate advice and guidance to a diverse range of customers and stakeholders. Strong communication, relationship-building, organisational, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively within a fast-paced environment.

You will be committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, using a proactive and solutions-focused approach. Experience within higher education, student support services, immigration compliance, UKVI regulations, or student finance would be particularly advantageous.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Emma Baddiley, Student Hub and Registry Operations Manager via e.baddiley@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all. 

About the Student Records and Awards team

Student Records and Awards support students throughout their whole student journey, from organising their first steps at enrolment to playing an integral role in students finally crossing the stage at graduation. Student Records and Awards works alongside our other colleagues in the Registry, to provide an outstanding service to all our users.

About the Role

The Senior Student Records and Awards Officer will provide team leadership for the University's awards and graduation activity, acting as the team lead for the Awards function within the Student Records and Awards team. Working closely with the Student Records and Awards Manager, the post holder will support the delivery of award and graduation processes, support the day-to-day management and development of staff, and help coordinate large-scale operational activities throughout the academic year. 

The role also contributes to a broad range of student lifecycle and Registry functions, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the University to ensure services are delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with regulations. A key focus of the position will be driving continuous improvement and supporting ongoing transformation initiatives, including the digitalisation of processes, enhancement of service delivery, and implementation of innovative solutions that improve the staff and student experience.

Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 25th November 2026

About You

We're looking for an experienced and motivated team leader who is passionate about delivering excellent services and driving continuous improvement. You will have strong digital skills and be confident using technology to streamline processes, improve efficiency and enhance the experience of both students and colleagues.

With a naturally analytical mindset, you'll be comfortable interpreting data, identifying trends and opportunities, and using evidence-based decision-making to support operational excellence and service development. You'll be someone who enjoys solving problems, challenging existing ways of working, and finding innovative solutions.

You will be an effective team leader who can inspire, support and develop a team, creating a positive and collaborative working environment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you'll work closely with colleagues across the University to deliver key operational activities and strategic priorities.

As the team leader for the Awards function, you'll work in partnership with the Student Records and Awards Manager to deliver the team's ambitions, shape future services, and support an ongoing programme of transformation. You'll be motivated by change, committed to high standards, and excited by the opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of Student Records and Awards.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Antonia Fox, Student Records and Awards Manager via a.fox@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 28 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation 

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

The School unites a variety of subject areas, including:

• Public Health and Social Care
• Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Therapy and Rehabilitation

Through an integrated approach to learning and professional development, our students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and skills to thrive in their chosen fields and make a lasting impact.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the Team

The discipline of Diagnostics and Clinical Intervention at the University of Derby plays a vital role in training the healthcare professionals who are often the first to detect, diagnose, and manage illness.

Bringing together areas such as Diagnostic Radiography, Operating Department Practice, and other advanced clinical specialisms, we offer students a blend of cutting-edge theory, hands-on clinical training, and interprofessional learning. Our programmes are closely aligned with NHS standards and delivered in collaboration with industry-leading partners, ensuring our graduates are confident, competent, and workplace-ready.

Our provision is underpinned by a strong commitment to interprofessional education (IPE), with programmes designed to reflect the realities of contemporary healthcare practice. Central to this is our Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship, delivered through a flexible hub-and-spoke model that supports both core clinical development and discipline-specific pathways. This approach enables cross-disciplinary teaching, shared learning, and meaningful collaboration across professional groups.

The Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship forms a key part of our progression pipeline into Level 6 provision, including radiography, ODP, and occupational therapy, with established links into nursing. We are also actively developing a proposed physiotherapy pathway, responding to employer demand and expanding opportunities for workforce development across the region.

With access to state-of-the-art simulation facilities and expert academic staff, we support learners in developing the precision, technical expertise, and critical thinking required in fast-paced clinical environments.

About the Role

As a member of our academic team, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding student experience through innovative, inclusive and flexible approaches to learning and teaching. You will develop and deliver high-quality learning materials across a range of modules, ensuring that employability, professional development and real-world learning are embedded throughout the curriculum.

You will teach and facilitate learning across undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes, contributing to assessment, feedback and the ongoing development of modules and programmes. You will use innovative teaching methods and learning environments to engage and inspire students, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to succeed as a Derby Graduate. You may also take responsibility for module or programme leadership, supporting areas such as curriculum development, recruitment and programme delivery.

Research and scholarship will be an important part of the role. You will undertake and collaborate on research that contributes to leading-edge practice, informs research-led teaching and strengthens subject expertise. You will have opportunities to publish your work, present at conferences and scholarly events, develop external partnerships and contribute to bids for externally funded research, supporting the University’s contribution to the Research Excellence Framework (REF).

You will also make a valuable contribution to the wider student experience through personal tutoring, mentoring and pastoral support. Building strong relationships with professional, research and industry organisations, you will help develop opportunities for student recruitment, placements, outreach and knowledge exchange.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact through teaching, research and academic engagement, while contributing to the continued development of an innovative, inclusive and professionally focused learning environment.

This role is a full-time position of 37 hours a week, however we would welcome applications from candidates who wish to be considered for a job share. The role is required on a full -time basis therefore a job share could only be offered should a suitable arrangement be available with the days and/or hours of work to be agreed on appointment. Please indicate in your application your preference of days and/or hours you would be available to work.

The anticipated interview date is 3^rd November.

About You

We are looking for a healthcare professional who is passionate about education and supporting students to achieve their full potential. Whether you are at an early stage of your professional career, an experienced practitioner, or considering a move from clinical practice into higher education, we welcome applications from professionals across a range of healthcare disciplines and areas of practice.

You will hold a good Honours degree, relevant subject-specific qualifications and current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You will ideally hold Fellowship of Advance HE and a PhD, or equivalent professional achievement, or be willing to work towards these qualifications within an agreed timeframe.

You will have knowledge or experience of higher education, including quality assurance and validation, and the ability to use a range of innovative teaching approaches to inspire and engage diverse learners. You will be confident in communicating complex ideas clearly and effectively, with strong digital skills and the ability to use technology to enhance learning, teaching and research.

Alongside your teaching expertise, you will demonstrate an active interest in research, scholarship or enterprise, with evidence of developing knowledge within your discipline and contributing to high-quality publications or other outputs. You will be able to build positive relationships and networks both within the University and with external professional, research and industry organisations.

You will be creative, innovative and committed to continual enhancement, with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional student experience. You will understand the changing higher education environment, including the importance of employability, internationalisation and developing graduates with the skills and attributes needed to succeed in the workplace.

Highly organised and adaptable, you will be able to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team. You will demonstrate professionalism, flexibility and a commitment to continuous professional development, particularly in teaching, mentoring and coaching.

The role may involve travel between University sites and, occasionally, overseas travel for teaching or research, as well as some evening and occasional weekend teaching. You will therefore be comfortable working flexibly to meet the needs of our students and the wider University community.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Ceri Sudron, Subject Lead for Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions via c.sudron@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our Provost – Learning and Teaching department drives forward the University’s ambition to provide excellence and opportunities for all students; building on Derby’s long-standing reputation for teaching excellence, ensuring the development of sector-leading, flexible, integrated learning that aligns to the needs of learners, not just now but in the future.

Our mission is to enable the University to achieve its strategic aims and wider mission, and to be compliant with external regulatory requirements, through the design and implementation of a Quality Assurance and Enhancement Strategic Framework.

About the role

The Quality Manager is a key leadership role within the Centre for Quality Assurance, providing strategic and operational leadership for the University's quality assurance, enhancement and regulatory framework. Reporting to the Head of Academic Quality, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of quality assurance policies, processes and systems, ensuring compliance with internal requirements and external regulatory expectations, including those of the Office for Students (OfS), Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies (PSRBs) and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

You will play a central role in maintaining academic standards, enhancing the quality of the student experience and ensuring the University remains responsive to the evolving higher education regulatory environment.

About You

You will be an experienced higher education quality professional with a strong track record in quality assurance, regulatory compliance and policy development within a complex organisation. You will bring detailed knowledge of the UK higher education regulatory landscape, including the Office for Students (OfS) regulatory framework, the QAA Quality Code, and requirements relating to Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies (PSRBs) and apprenticeships.

You will have proven experience of interpreting regulatory and institutional requirements, developing and implementing effective policies and processes, and driving continuous improvement. A strategic thinker with excellent judgement, you will be equally comfortable leading operational delivery, providing expert advice and influencing stakeholders across the University. A degree or equivalent professional qualification is essential.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance
• Holiday purchase
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Richard Monk, Head of Academic Quality, via r.monk@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Area: Senior Management

Salary: £51,849 to £64,811 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £74,533 per annum).

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The External Relations Department is responsible for enhancing the University of Derby's reputation and profile, driving student recruitment and supporting the University's strategic ambitions. Through specialist teams spanning marketing, communications, digital, social media, events and student recruitment, the department delivers impactful campaigns, engaging events and outstanding customer experiences that connect prospective students and stakeholders with the University, both nationally and internationally.

About the Role

About You

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Leanne Faben, Social Media Manager via L.Faben@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 26 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £27,547 to £28,381 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £32,638.15 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation 

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

Through an integrated approach to learning and professional development, our students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and skills to thrive in their chosen fields and make a lasting impact.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
 Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

The School brings together a wide range of subjects, including:

• Humanities
• Law
• Journalism and Media
• Policing, Criminology and Social Sciences
• Creative Arts

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society. 

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, forward-thinking Lecturer in Fashion Design who also holds specialist skills in CAD to join our team and inspire the next generation of creative professionals across our Fashion and Textiles and Fashion Communication and Promotion programmes.

You will develop and deliver innovative, inclusive and industry-relevant learning and teaching, equipping students with the creative, technical and digital skills, confidence and contextual understanding needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving fashion industry. With employability and real-world learning at the heart of the curriculum, you will bring contemporary industry practice, digital innovation and professional insight into the student experience.

A key focus of the role will be supporting students to develop their expertise in CAD (such as the Adobe Creative Suite, Gerber, XD, Express, Procreate, Fresco, O3D, Style3D Browzwear, Blender, and Daz3D) and other digital design technologies. Alongside strong knowledge of core CAD tools, you will demonstrate an awareness of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI solutions for ideation and visualisation in textiles), and understand how these can be integrated appropriately, creatively and ethically into design workflows. You will help students explore the opportunities and challenges presented by digital innovation, ensuring they develop future-ready skills that support professional success, creativity and the sustainable development of the fashion and textiles industry.

You will contribute to module and programme development, assessment and quality assurance, using innovative pedagogic approaches and learning environments to engage and challenge students and develop the skills and attributes of the ‘Derby Graduate’. You may also undertake module or programme leadership responsibilities, contributing to programme development, marketing, recruitment and delivery.

Research and scholarly activity will be an important part of the role. You will engage in research that informs and enhances your teaching, influences leading-edge practice and contributes to the University's research profile and REF activity. You will have opportunities to collaborate with internal and external partners, publish and present your work, contribute to research bids and develop relationships with professional, research and industry organisations.

Alongside teaching and research, you will support students as a personal tutor, providing academic guidance and pastoral support throughout their studies. You will also contribute to student recruitment, outreach, placements and the development of external partnerships that create valuable opportunities for students and strengthen the University's links with industry.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Fashion Design and CAD specialist who is passionate about creative education, digital innovation, research and industry engagement, and who wants to help shape a future-focused curriculum that prepares students to lead with creativity, sustainability and technical excellence.

Please note that this role is a 0.5FTE; 24 month Fixed Term Contract.

Working Pattern

Semester 1 Friday 10-12, 1-3pm, 

Semester 2 Thursday 2-6pm.

Further working hours to be discussed at interview.

The anticipated interview date is 11th November.

About You

We are looking for an innovative, creative and forward-thinking academic with expertise in textiles, fashion or a closely related discipline, who is passionate about inspiring the next generation of students and preparing them for a rapidly evolving industry. You will have a good Honours degree or equivalent professional experience, alongside relevant subject-specific knowledge and experience.

Digital innovation will be central to your approach. You will have practical experience of using digital technologies to enhance learning, teaching and research, with knowledge of relevant creative and CAD software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Gerber, CLO3D, Style3D Browzwear, Blender, Procreate, Fresco and related digital design and visualisation platforms. You will also have experience or an interest in using AI for ideation and visualisation within textiles, alongside an appreciation of both traditional and immersive approaches to visualisation.

You will be an excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to explain complex and conceptual ideas clearly to a diverse range of audiences. You will be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines, while building effective relationships across the University and with external partners.

Above all, you will share our commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience and demonstrate the values, professionalism and behaviours expected of a Higher Education professional. You will be flexible in your approach and willing to travel between sites, occasionally overseas, and contribute to activities such as Open Days, Graduation and occasional evening or weekend teaching.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Ben Harbisher, Subject Lead for Creative Arts, via  (b.harbisher@derby.ac.uk).

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our Provost – Learning and Teaching department drives forward the University’s ambition to provide excellence and opportunities for all students; building on Derby’s long-standing reputation for teaching excellence, ensuring the development of sector-leading flexible, integrated learning that aligns to the needs of learners, not just now but in the future. 

About the Global Engagement Team

The Global Engagement team works with colleges and colleagues at the University to contribute to the successful planning, development, and delivery of new and existing international collaborative activities under the new Global Engagement Strategy. Our primary focuses are international mobility, internationalisation of the student experience and the provision of global opportunities for students. 

About the Role

As a Global Engagement Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the development and management of the University’s UK and international academic partnerships. Working within the Partnership Unit, you will help build strong, effective relationships that support the University’s mission, values and strategic ambitions for global engagement.

You will work closely with colleagues across the University, including Colleges, Schools and Institutes, as well as a diverse range of external partners and stakeholders. Your role will involve researching markets, providing valuable intelligence, undertaking due diligence and coordinating the day-to-day administration of partnership activities to ensure relationships are well managed and successful.

You will also provide professional and responsive support to our UK and international partners, helping to ensure a positive partnership experience and contributing to the continued growth and development of our global network.

Working alongside the Partnership Liaison Manager, you will also support wider Global Engagement activity, including international study visits, partnership and networking events, helping to strengthen connections and create opportunities for collaboration around the world.

Please note the start date for this role is January 2027.

The anticipated interview date is 19th November 2026.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual with experience of supporting partnership activity within a Higher Education environment. You will have a strong understanding of collaborative provision and UK and Transnational Education (TNE) partnerships, alongside knowledge of relevant OfS and QAA requirements.

You will be confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously, with the ability to handle tasks of varying scale and complexity while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Experience of supporting the development and implementation of systems, processes and procedures within an education setting will be highly valuable.

Building positive and effective relationships will be at the heart of this role, so you will be an excellent communicator with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and client relationship management. You will be comfortable working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, developing trust and providing responsive, professional support.

Above all, you will be collaborative, adaptable and solutions-focused, with the ability to organise competing demands and contribute positively to the continued development of the University’s UK and global partnership activity.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Emma Lister, Partnership Liaison Manager via e.lister@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The University of Derby Estates Department is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant, innovative, and sustainable campus environment, that supports our passion for delivering world class education and ground-breaking research.

The Estates team has over 250 colleagues, working across all of our sites on everything from the refurbishment of buildings to catering.

About the Safety, Health, Environment and Compliance team

The Safety, Health, Environment and Compliance (SHEC) team provides specialist advice, assurance and support across the University Group, helping to protect our people, environment and operations. The team works collaboratively across a broad portfolio including health and safety, fire safety, environmental sustainability, energy, statutory compliance, occupational wellbeing and organisational resilience.

Our focus is on enabling the University to operate safely, sustainably and effectively, while supporting continual improvement and providing assurance that key risks are appropriately managed.

About the Role

As Health, Safety, Environment and Compliance Advisor, you will provide professional advice, support and assurance across the University’s Safety, Health, Environment and Compliance (SHEC) portfolio, helping to ensure that risks are effectively managed and the University continues to meet its legal, regulatory and organisational responsibilities.

Working as part of the wider SHEC team, you will support a varied programme of activity which may include health and safety, environmental management, statutory compliance, contractor management, fire safety, emergency planning, business continuity and wider risk and assurance activities.

Core responsibilities will include undertaking inspections and compliance reviews, supporting risk assessments, investigating incidents, delivering training and awareness activities, reviewing contractor documentation, maintaining appropriate records and performance information, and supporting the development and continual improvement of SHEC management systems.

The role is designed to be flexible and adaptable, enabling you to support different areas of the SHEC portfolio in response to organisational priorities, emerging risks and the future development of the team. This will provide opportunities to develop broader professional knowledge and experience across a complex and diverse University estate.

You will work independently within your areas of responsibility, collaborating with colleagues, managers, contractors and other stakeholders across the University.

The role will involve travel between University sites as required.

Anticipated interview date: Thursday 19th November 2026

About You

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and adaptable SHEC professional with experience working within Health & Safety, Environment, Compliance or a related discipline. You will be confident working independently, managing competing priorities and building effective relationships with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders at all levels.

A NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent qualification, is essential, alongside relevant practical experience within a Health & Safety, Environment or Compliance role. The successful candidate should hold, or be willing to work towards, an appropriate level of professional membership with IOSH.

You will have a good understanding of relevant legislation and risk management principles, with experience of activities such as workplace inspections, risk assessment, incident investigation, training, auditing, contractor management and compliance monitoring. Strong communication, organisational and influencing skills are essential, together with the ability to provide practical and proportionate advice.

Experience within Higher Education, Estates, Facilities Management or another complex multi-site environment would be advantageous, as would additional qualifications or experience in areas such as environmental management, fire safety, construction, auditing, ISO management systems, emergency planning or business continuity.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is collaborative, curious and willing to develop across the wider SHEC portfolio, rather than specialising solely within one area.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Adam Gomes, Head of Group Safety, Health, Environment, Compliance via a.gomes@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 08 Nov 2026

Area: Management, Professional and Specialist

Salary: £39,051 to £46,653 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £53,650.95 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all.

About the Role

The University of Derby is entering an exciting period of transformation as we progress the Student 360 project, a major programme designed to enhance the student experience and improve how we deliver services across the student lifecycle. To support this work, we are seeking Registry Operational Managers to provide senior operational leadership and flexible management capacity across key areas of Registry. These fixed-term roles will enable experienced colleagues to contribute to strategic project activity while ensuring that core Registry services continue to operate effectively, particularly during peak periods such as enrolment, assessment, awards, compliance activity and student records management. 

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced operational managers who can lead teams, manage competing priorities and support service improvement in a complex environment. Working across Registry functions, you will provide day-to-day leadership, maintain service continuity, manage operational risk and support colleagues through a period of significant change. You will bring strong people management skills, sound judgement, a collaborative approach and the ability to use data and insight to improve services. If you are committed to delivering high-quality, student-focused services and want to play a key role in supporting transformation at Derby, we would welcome your application.

The role will require you to be able and willing to work flexibly across different Registry functions and support key University activities, including occasional evening or weekend work where needed.

Anticipated interview date: Thursday 5th November 2026

About You

You will be an experienced operational manager with a strong track record of leading services, people and change within a complex organisation. You will be confident managing competing priorities, supporting teams through busy operational periods and making sound, evidence-based decisions. With excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, you will be able to build credibility quickly, work collaboratively across departments and provide clear direction to colleagues. 

You will bring a continuous improvement mindset, using data, insight and feedback to improve services, manage risk and support effective delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience of managing operational teams and services, delivering service improvement or transformation activity, and working within policy, regulatory or compliance-led environments. 

A degree or equivalent relevant professional experience is required, alongside evidence of continuing professional development. Experience in Higher Education, student administration, Registry services or a regulated environment would be advantageous, but is not essential. 

Non-negotiables for this role include strong people management skills, the ability to work flexibly across different Registry functions, confidence in managing operational risk, and a clear commitment to delivering high-quality, student-focused services. You must also be willing to support key University events and work outside normal hours where business need requires.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Emma Baddiley, Student Hub and Registry Operations Manager via E.Baddiley@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Senior Management

Salary: £51,849 to £64,811 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £74,533 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Student Lifecycle Operations Officer to join the University of Derby during an exciting period of organisational transformation.

This flexible fixed-term role will provide professional administrative, operational, recruitment and student-facing support across Registry. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the University, you will help deliver an excellent experience for prospective and current students, staff and external stakeholders throughout the student lifecycle, from recruitment and enrolment through to progression, completion and graduation.

You will support a varied range of activities including student recruitment, admissions, communications, events, student administration, data management, customer service and project work. This will include responding to enquiries, maintaining accurate records, supporting University events such as Open Days, Clearing and graduation, and contributing to service improvements that enhance efficiency and the student experience.

We are seeking someone with strong communication and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service. You will be confident working with systems and data, able to manage competing priorities, and comfortable building effective relationships across teams. Experience in administration, customer service, student support, recruitment or operational delivery would be particularly valuable.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to key University services, support transformation activity and play an important role in delivering a joined-up, professional and student-focused service across Registry.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a confident, organised and customer-focused professional with experience of working in an administrative, operational, recruitment, student support or customer service environment. You will be able to manage a varied workload, respond effectively to enquiries, maintain accurate records and support a range of student lifecycle activities, including recruitment, enrolment, student administration, events and graduation.

You will need excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to build positive working relationships with students, prospective students, colleagues and external stakeholders. Strong digital skills are essential, including confidence using Microsoft Office and business systems, alongside the ability to work with data, interpret information and present findings clearly. You should be able to prioritise competing demands, work independently using initiative, and recognise when issues need to be escalated.

The non-negotiable requirements for this role are: education to HND level or equivalent relevant professional experience; GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent; experience in administration, customer service, recruitment, student support or operational delivery; the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; confidence using databases or information systems; a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and data.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Emma Baddiley, Student Hub and Registry Operations Manager via E.Baddiley@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all.

About the Role

The Timetabling Unit is the centralised function for the governance, assurance and delivery of programme level timetables and personalised student timetables. The team ensures that the student experience is maximised within the timetable.

This key role will assume responsibility for the delivery of timetables and personalised timetables for allocated programmes. From the point of data gathering, you will work with programme areas to identify curriculum delivery requirements to deliver an excellent service, capturing the details within the timetabling system and identifying the most effective way to represent this information to ensure an efficient student and staff centred timetable. 

The role will also include responsibility for the booking of rooms to support non-academic requirements.

Being digitally focussed you will use a range of technologies to support the inter site working of the Registry. You will also be comfortable with using technology to gather information to gain a clear understanding of the requirements. You will have a working knowledge of the wider services of the Registry to enable you to deliver a seamless service to students and staff.

You will be responsible for ensuring data quality within a right first time ethos for all data within your business area, supported by an awareness and understanding of the data processed within your area, particularly data classed as personal or sensitive.

You will support the wider work of the Registry across a range of programmes from FE, UG and PG, providing an excellent student experience and assisting in key University operational activities e.g. enrolment, awards ceremonies, acting as a focus for the central timetabling team for the purpose of delivering personalised timetables to all staff and students, whilst ensuring the best use of all University space and enhancing the student experience. Registry staff may be expected, from time to time, to work in other areas of the Registry, including other sites.

This is a fixed-term role for 18 months.

Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 18th November 2026

About You

If you love a puzzle then you will excel within this role. We are looking for someone with the drive and ambition to deliver outstanding results. You will be detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of demonstrating tact and diplomacy in various situations. The ideal candidate will have a methodical, creative, and accurate approach to handling and collating data, ensuring reliability and precision.

You will also be comfortable with using technology to gather information to gain a clear understanding of the requirements. Strong data handling skills are essential, including the ability to collate, verify, analyse, and report on complex information. Confidence in using software applications, particularly those involving data manipulation, is required.

Experience in delivering high-quality customer service, providing advice and guidance to stakeholders, and creating innovative solutions to problems is highly valued. The ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments to achieve shared goals is key to success in this role.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Rachel Sheridan, Timetabling Manager via r.sheridan@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via?recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

The School is made up of a broad range of subjects, reflecting the diversity and complexity of modern health and social care settings:

• Adult Nursing
• Associate and Enhanced Healthcare Practice
• Midwifery, Children’s Nursing and Professional Practice
• Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

Through an integrated approach to learning and professional development, our students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and skills to thrive in their chosen fields and make a lasting impact.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the discipline

At the University of Derby, our discipline of Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing is committed to developing compassionate, resilient, and skilled professionals who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Rooted in the values of dignity, inclusion, and person-centred care, our programmes prepare students to support people with complex mental health needs and learning disabilities across a variety of settings. We focus on evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary learning, and service-user engagement, ensuring graduates are confident and capable in delivering safe, high-quality care.

With a strong emphasis on clinical placements, professional development, and emotional intelligence, this discipline nurtures future nurses who are advocates for change and champions of mental health and learning disability services.

About the Role

Our Professional Skills Instructor/Mentors will support the development of professional skills, practical technical, vocational, and associated learning for students and apprentices and, where necessary, support their individual learning needs and progress monitoring both in the workplace, on placement, at alternative venues, on College/University premises or online. This will include supporting teaching, learning, and assessment, and the provision of work and learning mentoring and coaching. Your role will be to work with our academic teams to support our students develop to their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching, learning, and assessment
• Mentoring and coaching to enhance learning and growth
• Monitoring progress and addressing individual learning needs
• Maintaining accurate records of both formal and informal training activities

If you’re committed to helping learners succeed and thrive in their careers, we’d love to hear from you!

About You

We're looking for healthcare professionals who have an interest in education and supporting students to achieve highly. This role is suitable for anyone at any stage of their professional career for example early-career professionals or those considering a change from clinical work. We value all of your knowledge and skills, from whichever field of practice you are in.

We are seeking a healthcare professional with a relevant degree and current NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse, who holds or is willing to work towards a teaching qualification and can demonstrate continued professional development in mentoring or coaching. We would also be able to consider candidates who are registered with the NMC as a Nursing Associate, provided your experience is within Mental Health.

You will bring experience from the health or care sectors, with the ability to engage learners and deliver high-quality outcomes through strong communication, organisation, and time-management skills.

You will be confident working both independently and as part of a team, committed to widening participation and supporting professional development, and flexible in working across multiple sites and with external partners.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Victoria Sweetmore, Subject Lead for Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing via v.sweetmore@derby.ac.uk.

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy.

Closing Date: 03 Nov 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum).