We are seeking a highly motivated Art Therapist to join our team. To be successful you will hold an MA in Art Therapy and be HCPC registered as a practicing Art Therapist. You will bring proven clinical experience, a strong commitment to student development, and the ability to share your expertise in ways that inspire and engage learners. Experience or knowledge of working in higher education is essential, along with the flexibility to use a range of innovative delivery techniques to create meaningful and impactful learning experiences.
You’ll engage in teaching, research, and clinical practice, ensuring our students benefit from an education that is research-led, practice-informed, and forward-looking.
Job details
Responsible to
Subject Lead for Therapy and Rehabilitation
Location
Closing date
Thursday 23 October 2025
Salary
£38,784 to £46,049 per annum, pro rata
Job grade
HE Lecturer
Reference
0136-25
Contract type
Fixed term contract for 2 years
Post type
Part-time
Onsite: this role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.
About the University
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 two dynamic and diverse schools:
School of Health and Social Care
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and social care leaders 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
- Public Health and Social Care
- Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions
- Therapy and Rehabilitation
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.
Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, 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.
About the Team
The discipline of Therapy and Rehabilitation at the University of Derby champions the restoration of health, function, and wellbeing; empowering people to live life to the fullest.
Our wide-ranging expertise spans Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Therapeutic Arts, and related rehabilitation professions.
Through evidence-based teaching, interprofessional collaboration, and immersive clinical education, our students gain the skills to support recovery and enhance quality of life across a diverse range of populations and settings. Our programmes are enriched by research-informed practice, creative methodologies, and strong connections with health and care providers.
The Therapeutic Arts strand integrates the healing power of creative expression with clinical insight; an innovative area that continues to grow in impact and relevance.
About the role
Please note on appointment the job title for this position will be Lecturer in Therapeutic Arts.
We are looking for part time Lecturer in Therapeutic Arts to join our team and play a key role in training the next generation of Arts Therapists. With a focus on graduate employability, you will contribute to all aspects of teaching and supporting students, preparing them to become practicing therapists in their chosen modality.
You will guide students through a journey rooted in taught theory, clinical experiences, group exploration, and self-understanding, helping them develop the professional and personal skills required to succeed in this rewarding field. This requires both a deep commitment to the student experience and a real understanding of the subtle differences between being a clinician and an educator.
As part of an established and supportive team, you’ll also take on specific responsibilities within programme development, such as placement co-ordination, while contributing to the growth of Arts Therapies as professions. You’ll engage in teaching, research, and clinical practice, ensuring our students benefit from an education that is research-led, practice-informed, and forward-looking.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the field through pedagogy, research, and clinical expertise, while supporting students to realise their potential and succeed in impactful careers.
This role is a 0.8 FTE, 2 year fixed term contract
The anticipated interview date is Thursday 6th November.
For the full job description and to submit your application click Apply.
Sector
- Creative Therapies
Salary range
- £38,784 - £46,049 per year