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Lecturer in Sport Science and Therapy

Department: School of Science, Technology and Health
Location: York
Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum
Closing Date: Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Friday 19 June 2026
Reference: 064-26

Full time permanent

Location: York 

Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum  

Introduction to YSJ University

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The School

The School of Science, Technology and Health has a focus on high quality equitable, diverse and inclusive teaching and learning, with a priority for partnership development to enhance student success and outcomes. Sport is a vibrant department within the School and we currently offer a range of programmes across foundation year, undergraduate and postgraduate levels of study. Notably, we hold validation by the Society of Sports Therapists (SST) and endorsement from the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), for our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy and BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science programmes, respectively. 

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a full-time, Lecturer in Sport Science and Therapy. The majority of your work will involve teaching in a variety of settings, including small group tutorials/seminars/practical and lectures; assessment; and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. You will also positively contribute towards research generation and knowledge exchange within the department. The successful candidate will join a well-established Sport Department team based in the School of Science, Technology, and Health at York St John University’s 57-acre bespoke sports park. 

Require Skills and Experience

It is essential that you hold a PhD/Doctorate in Sport Science (or related discipline) and must be an accredited member of the SST, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and/or British Association of Sport Rehabilitators (BASRaT). You will have teaching experience in modules related to Sport Science and Sports Therapy. Experience of module design, module leadership and research interests that align with the research areas within the Sport Department at York St John would be a distinct advantage.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Alex Beaumont, Associate Head of School (Sport), a.beaumont1@yorksj.ac.uk

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This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided the relevant UKVI requirements are met. For more details about the Skilled Worker visa route, please visit the official UK government website: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview, Presentation and teaching assessment. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process.  Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk.  Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point  in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.  Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role.  We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including - 

- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period

- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)

- Pension scheme

- Health Cash Plan after six months service

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software

- Relocation expenses package for certain roles

- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees. 

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Closing Date - Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date - Friday 19 June 2026

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