Location: York 

Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum (£31,924 to £39,057 pro rata)

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

Speech and Language Therapy is part of the School of Health Sciences, which offers a diverse portfolio of pre-registration accredited programmes including Adult Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, Diagnostic Radiotherapy, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practice, Paramedic Science, and Physiotherapy.

This breadth of disciplines creates a vibrant and collaborative learning environment, providing excellent opportunities for interprofessional education that reflects the person-centred and patient-focused nature of contemporary healthcare. Staff and students benefit from state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities designed to support innovative educational approaches and simulation-based learning.

The School also offers opportunities to contribute to continuing professional development (CPD) provision and to engage in interdisciplinary research collaborations across programmes and specialisms, supporting both academic development and professional impact.

 The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the School of Science, Technology & Health to work within the MSc Speech and Language Therapy programme  

The successful candidate will join the existing team to deliver course material. Experience of working with adults is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will be supported by a skilled and enthusiastic team at the university to develop teaching and learning and research skills and knowledge within Speech and Language Therapy.

Key Requirements

Successful candidates should have contemporary knowledge and experience of speech and language therapy, hold current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Speech and Language Therapist.  Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and a postgraduate level qualification is desirable but not essential. 

Experience of working in Higher Education, programme development, or the ability to develop external partnerships would be a distinct advantage.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Kerry Edwards, Head of Allied Health via e-mail at k.edwards2@yorksj.ac.uk . 

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a Test/Assessment.

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

Closing Date: 08 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

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

Location: York

Salary: £48,822 to £59,966 per annum 

Introduction to YSJ University  

York St John University is a dynamic and ambitious institution at the heart of historic York, known for its commitment to widening participation, academic excellence, and community impact. We are one of the fastest-growing universities in the UK, with a strategy that places inspirational learning and applied research at the centre of everything we do. Our students benefit from a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, professional development, and meaningful engagement with real-world challenges.

The School

Law is a vibrant and rapidly developing part of York Business School. Our Law provision includes a growing LLB programme, launched in 2018, alongside several postgraduate programmes which continue to expand our academic portfolio and research culture. Across all our provision, we emphasise personal and skills development, employability, and placing law in context to strengthen analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. We are committed to high-quality, research-informed teaching and to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students are known as individuals and encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join us as a Senior Lecturer in Law. You will contribute to delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supporting students in both the academic and applied dimensions of legal study, and helping to enhance the overall student experience through engaging and inclusive teaching.

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must be able to contribute to one or more of the core LLB modules and postgraduate provision and should have expertise in two or more of the following areas: mental health law, conveyancing, medical law, property law, or asylum and immigration. Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to deliver engaging, inclusive, and research-informed teaching. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or equivalent) is required, along with a strong commitment to supporting student learning, employability, and professional development. Experience in curriculum development and mentoring colleagues is desirable. Experience of supervising students in practice-based environments, and an ability to contribute to clinical supervision and teaching, would be an advantage.

Candidates will ideally possess a doctoral-level qualification in a relevant field and have an established or developing research profile that contributes to Law’s growing research agenda. 

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Ernestine Gheyoh Ndzi at e.gheyohndzi@yorksj.ac.uk

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 and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

Salary: £48,822 to £59,966 per annum

Location: York

Salary: £39,906 - £48,822 per annum (£15,962- £19,528 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ

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 post holder will sit within the School of Science Technology and Health, which hosts several well-established Nursing and Allied Health pre-registration programmes both at undergraduate (level 6) and accelerated Masters (level 7). 

The School is committed to growing our healthcare-related provision and Diagnostic Radiography is one of a number of new programme areas developed to enhance the portfolio further. Our excellent teaching and learning, together with our state-of-the-art facilities, and welcoming and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience. Our imaging suite consists of state-of-the-art AI-powered 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging scanner, ceiling mounted digital X-ray machine, stationary and portable ultrasound machine, functional near infrared spectroscopy machine, eye-tracking device, and a wide range of anthropomorphic-shaped body phantoms. In addition, we have a fully equipped computer laboratory tailored for image processing, simulation exercises, and tutorials.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Diagnostic Radiographer to join our department with responsibility for delivering teaching, learning, and assessment across the programme and working with stakeholders across the region to support this new programme. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and experience within Diagnostic Radiography specialising in cross-sectional imaging, especially in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging or Ultrasound. A strong understanding of clinical reasoning, application to practice and contemporary healthcare is essential. An ability to demonstrate previous university and/or practice-based educational experience is also required.

The successful candidate will be expected either to be research active in their subject specialism or have an interest in becoming research active as part of their development. 

Required skills and experience

You must be registered with HCPC as a diagnostic radiographer, up-to-date professional registration, and recent academic and/or clinical practice experience in the UK is desirable.

You must be qualified to a minimum of level 6 and either hold an MSc, currently registered on a master’s programme or be prepared to undertake one. 

Additional information

Please contact Dr Albert D. Piersson, Head of Programme for informal candidate queries a.piersson@yorksj.ac.uk.

Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route. 

The selection process will include a 45-minute interview and a 10-minute teaching session.   Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Closing Date: 06 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

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

Location: York

Salary: £28,778- £30,378 (£5,755- £6,075 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ

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 UK 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 Institute for Social Justice

The Institute for Social Justice was launched in 2020 to underpin York St John University’s mission to ‘stand up for social justice'. We do so through developing collaborative research and practice that seeks to identify, expose and address some of the inequalities, injustices and challenges facing society today. At its core the Institute seeks to work with people, with partners and with communities in a manner that sees participation, implementation and change as vital parts of its mission. 

The role

The successful candidate will co-ordinate a diverse set of research and teaching activities across York St John University (YSJU). They will join INC Lab. INC Lab is an interdisciplinary network of YSJU staff, students and community members with a commitment to developing a series of interconnected, real-world projects for students and staff to make use of. We pose shared questions and ask members to respond across different disciplines to design neurodiversity-affirming practices that benefit everybody together, INC Lab aims to identify points of intervention to improve campus-wide experiences for neurodivergent students and staff. 

The post-holder will be responsible for project co-ordination tasks, including: liaison between stakeholders, research data collection where appropriate, and delivery of tasks to agreed deadlines (e.g.,). 

Required skills and experience

We are seeking an enthusiastic and social justice-focused candidate with experience of working in research teams. The successful candidate will demonstrate understanding of neurodiversity, awareness of ethical principles in research, and a passion for improving experience and outcomes for neurodivergent members of the university community. Qualitative research experience and experience of working with neurodivergent people would be valuable in this role. We will be looking for a shared commitment to working with communities and valuing different types of knowledge and contributions. We would like the successful candidate to share our ethos of compassionate and inclusive practices, underpinned by key scholarship and research:                     

• Hamilton, L. G., Williams, J., Neilson, D., & Petty, S. (2026). Inclusive Neurodiverse Campuses: A Participatory Approach to Understanding Neurodivergent Belonging in Higher Education. Neurodiversity. doi: 10.1177/27546330261431356
• Hamilton, L. G., & Petty, S. (2023). Compassionate pedagogy for neurodiversity in higher education: A conceptual analysis. Frontiers in Psychology, 14. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1093290 

Ideally candidates will have a strong academic track record in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Education, Disability Studies) and research experience. Candidates with lived experience of neurodivergence are encouraged to apply and we are happy to discuss any adjustments prior to interview as required.

Additional Information

Any queries about the specifics of the role and suitability for the post should be directed to Dr Stephanie Petty (Associate Professor in Psychology) via email: s.petty@yorksj.ac.uk.

Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route. 

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

Closing Date: 02 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £28,778 to £30,378 per annum pro rata

Location: York.

Salary: £26,707 to £28,031 per annum (£7,939 to £21,303 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

The University has invested millions of pounds in new sport facilities. The YSJ Active Facility Supervisor will work as a part of a team who are central to ensuring that these facilities, and the professionals who work in them, have a significant positive impact on students, staff, the local community and our commercial partners.

The role

1 x post @ 0.76 FTE (28 hours)

1 x post @ 0.64 FTE (23.5 hours)

1 x replacement post @ 0.2973 FTE (11 hours)

The shift patterns are: 

11 hours - Tuesday & Thursday 5-10:30pm 

23.5 hours - Tuesday & Thursday 5-10:30pm and Sunday 8am - 9:30pm (with a break)

28 hours - Monday & Wednesday 5-10:30pm, Friday 5-9:30pm and Saturday 8:30am - 9:30pm (with a break) 

The post holder will be the first point of contact for customers using the sport facilities, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. They will complete set up of the sport facilities to meet operational procedures and will provide day to day administration and clerical support including staffing the reception. The role will also assist in the development of YSJActive as a recognised professional provider of sport, exercise and wellbeing in the university and the community. There are different part time hours available, which can be discussed at interview.

Key requirements

Candidates must have experience of common reception duties and experience of dealing with customers. Experience of working in the Health and Fitness industry, however we welcome applications from applicants with experience from other sectors.

Further Information

For further information about this role please contact s.starkey@yorksj.ac.uk.

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

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £26,707 to £28,031 per annum pro rata

Location: York

Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 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 Team 

This role is part of the YSJ Global Team at our York campus. The team is led by the Head of Global Student Recruitment, who oversees operations across both campuses. YSJ Global is a multi-disciplinary directorate that consists of operational teams including International Student Recruitment, TNE and Conversion, Overseas Partnerships, Student Support, Marketing and Communications, Admissions, Visa and Compliance and the International Programmes Team. Our core function is to progress the international social mobility of students at York St John University.

The Role

The Global Office leads the University’s international student recruitment, global engagement and TNE activities. We are delighted to be recruiting a motivated and ambitious individual to join our International Development Team. This role holder will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

You will be responsible for developing TNE opportunity channels, with a particular focus on agent account management, partner relationships, market development, and supporting student recruitment from enquiry through to enrolment. The role requires strong knowledge and experience of international student recruitment within the higher education sector, alongside the ability to build effective relationships with external stakeholders.

The post holder will play a key role in delivering the University’s 2026–2030 TNE strategy, with responsibilities spanning partnership coordination, data management, and process tracking. This includes maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting requirements, and ensuring alignment with institutional policies and regulatory expectations.

The Officer will support the preparation of documentation and analysis for senior stakeholders, including committees, and will coordinate incoming and outgoing international visits and delegations.

It is important to note, this role does require, at times, extensive travel ,which does vary in accordance with strategic priorities.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy, please get in touch with Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). m.blake@yorksj.ac.uk)

Required skills and experience

The role holder will bring a minimum of two years’ experience supporting TNE activity within an international higher education context. They will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from various industries.  If you have experience in other sectors and are passionate about making a difference in Higher Education, and wish to join a dynamic team committed to delivering an excellent student experience, we encourage you to apply for the role.

Additional Information

For informal inquiries, please contact Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). m.blake@yorksj.ac.uk)

Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route. 

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Closing Date: 03 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum

Location: York.

Salary: £39,906 - £48,822 per annum (£19,953- £24,411 pro rata)

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 UK 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

Production, clustered within the School of the Arts, is an ambitious and growing academic unit. With the expansion of our BJTC-accredited undergraduate programmes in journalism, sports journalism and across broadcast media, we're looking to recruit a journalist/news producer with relevant teaching experience.

The Role

As a Lecturer in the Production Department, the successful candidate will be joining a team of around 15 other academics and will be teaching and marking across Sports Journalism, Journalism and Media Production modules, including theory and practice, across all levels of study. Our Journalism courses are BJTC accredited so you will be working with the team to fulfil our commitments to this accreditation. The successful candidate will be developing their research and professional practice, taking active part in Department meetings and other University activities and helping organise activities such as student trips, industry events, and award ceremonies. You will be reporting to the Associate Head of School for Production, who leads the Production Department.

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have industry experience working in sports journalism, preferably within broadcast sports journalism. Ideally, they will also have some ability to teach across other media production disciplines such as film, television and podcasting, and have a good understanding of production workflows and procedures. They will already have teaching experience, preferably within HE, and have a compassionate approach to student learning. The successful candidate is expected to have exemplary communication skills, written and verbal. 

It is important that candidates have a strong understanding of media law and ethics, and an awareness of and willingness to engage in and deliver in a multiplatform context, including Radio, Magazine, Podcasting, Television and other emerging and established digital platforms. 

They will have a flexible and professional approach to working as part of a small team and a commitment to the social justice values of the university.

Further Information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Evi Karathanasopoulou at e.k@yorksj.ac.uk

It is anticipated that the assessment process will involve a presentation and panel interview. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. However, we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route..

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

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

Salary: £39,906 to £59,966 per annum

Full Time, permanent

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 UK 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

York Business School is an ambitious and innovative business school where students are at the centre of everything we do. Computer Science is clustered within the York Business School, is an ambitious and growing academic unit.    

The role

We are seeking a motivated individual to join us as a Lecturer/Senior Lecture and make a key contribution to our growing cyber security programme. The post holder will play a key role in teaching, curriculum development, and academic administration.

The successful candidate will be expected to design and deliver high-quality teaching materials, lead and support modules, supervised student projects and support students in achieving academic success. The role also involves contributing to curriculum development to ensure programmes remain aligned with current industry standards, emerging technologies and professional body requirements.

The post holder will actively participate in research, scholarly activity and knowledge exchange within the field of cyber security. They will be encouraged to develop research outputs, established collaborations with industry and academic partners, and contribute to research funding applications where appropriate.

The role requires a strong commitment to inclusive teaching, student support and continuous professional development. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to deliver teaching across a range of cyber security topics, which may include digital forensics, ethical hacking and incident response and emerging cyber threats.

Required skills and experience

The successful candidate should have a PhD in Cyber Security, Computer Science or a closely related discipline. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching and supporting students in higher education, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.  Candidates should have strong knowledge and practical experience in cyber security principles and technologies, with expertise in one or more specialist areas such as digital forensics, information security and network security. Experience with industry-standard tools, platforms and frameworks is highly desirable.

For Senior Lecturer appointments, evidence of research leadership, successful publication record, curriculum leadership, module coordination or experience supervising research students would be expected. Industry experience and established link with professional or industry partners would be desirable. Strong organisational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are essential for the role.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Shao Ying Zhu via e-mail at s.zhu@yorksj.ac.uk.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria being fulfilled. For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

It is anticipated that the selection process will involve a presentation and panel interview. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

Salary: £39,906 to £59,966 per annum

Location: York

Salary: £59,966 to £71,566 per annum (£23,986 to £28,626 pro rata)

Introduction to York St John and the Institute for Cultural Innovation

York St John is an ambitious, modern university with campuses in the heart of historic York and London. As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade. Central to our ambition across both campuses is an unwavering commitment to academic excellence and widening opportunity through the power of education, utilising our talents to create a fairer world and more prosperous region. 

At York St John, the inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of our vision is supported by the Institute for Social Justice (ISJ), created in 2020, and the Institute for Health and Care Improvement (IHCI), formed in 2023. These institutes play a vital role in shaping our community’s culture and values, vitalising staff research and knowledge transfer activities, and providing direction for our expanding PGR provision. 

The final piece in York St John’s tripartite research infrastructure, the Institute for Cultural Innovation will be launched in 2027.   The ICI will be a national and international model of inclusive cultural leadership and activity, working alongside and in collaboration with the ISJ and IHCI to build on the university’s strong reputation for social impact. The third institute will devise an ambitious, diverse programme of research activities that take a bottom-up, holistic approach to cultural engagement and economies, attuned to local, national, and international audiences, creative practitioners, and service users. By challenging the hierarchies that have shaped exclusion across the arts and humanities, the institute will drive sector innovation by expanding the reach and relevance of cultural and heritage initiatives and their economic and societal benefits. As such, the Institute will provide timely leadership in response to the new significance of the creative industries in the 2025 Industrial Strategy and regional initiatives such as Our Great Creative North, the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority Growth Plan, and the York Cultural Strategy.

The role 

York St John is committed to building diverse academic leadership and particularly welcomes applications from groups currently underrepresented in the cultural and heritage sector. 

We are seeking a deputy director to support the development of this new institute, providing strategic leadership across its portfolio of research-led cultural activities; coordinating and delivering projects to build capacity and enhance the vitality of York St John University’s research culture; advancing ethical, intersectional, and inclusive approaches to creative sector innovation; developing and maintaining close links with regional, national, and international organisations and stakeholders.  

Required skills and experience 

Commensurate with an appointment at Grade 9, the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong record of internationally excellent research outputs, either in standard form or practice-based, alongside the capacity to supervise PGRs, develop partnerships and initiate income generation in fields within the remit of the arts, culture, and heritage sector.

Evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary research activity would be a distinct advantage.  Evidence of collegial leadership, exceptional interpersonal skills, mentorship, and contribution to inclusive academic environments will be particularly valued. Flexible patterns of engagement will be agreed to reflect the fractional nature of the appointment. 

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Vanessa Corby at V.Corby@yorksj.ac.uk

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 01 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Professional Support (including Research vacancies)

Salary: £59,966 to £71,566 per annum pro rata

Location: York  

Salary: £59,966 to £71,566 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 UK 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.

This is a rare opportunity to build a new academic portfolio from inception to delivery, shaping curriculum, partnerships, staffing and facilities from the ground up. The postholder will play a defining role in establishing York St John as a regional leader in Built Environment education.

The Role

In May 2026, the University decided to establish a new portfolio of programmes across the Built Environment to address significant skills shortages in the region, boost our graduate outcomes and enhance the power of our place-based research. We are seeking an Associate Head for the Built Environment to work with industry to lead the development and implementation of the Built Environment portfolio strategy in line with the University’s Strategy for Social Impact. 

In this unique and strategically pivotal role within the University you will lead high-level employer and professional body engagement and shape an industry-embedded, professionally aligned curriculum. You will also be responsible for recruiting a team of academics to deliver our new Built Environment provision, and work with colleagues to secure the right technical support.   

In this role, you will be part of the School Academic Leadership Team and will work closely with four other Associate Heads, our Directors of Teaching and Learning, Research and Innovation, PGR, EDI, to support the Head of School in making key strategic decisions relating to a range of topics including staffing, recruitment, space utilisation, resource needs, external partnerships and internationalisation. Once the portfolio is operational, you will build and lead a high-performing academic community, combining experienced academics and industry practitioners, and create a collaborative, inclusive and delivery-focused culture. You will lead by example as an active researcher and in delivering teaching to at least one of the programme areas. You will facilitate good communication across your teams and motivate colleagues to be the best that they can be. An approachable, decisive, and inspiring leader, you will be an enthusiastic advocate for your programmes and actively engaged with the university strategic plan. 

The School 

The School of the Arts offers a range of degree programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate taught degrees and research degrees. Built Environment will be a new and strategically significant area within the School, complementing existing strengths in design, creative practice and interdisciplinary learning, and supported by close collaboration with York Business School. At York St John, our student numbers have grown from under 6,000 to over 14,000 over the past decade, so we are blessed with large and diverse UG, PGT and PGR communities. As a School, we are committed to student-centred teaching, applied creative practice, co-design with business and live industry briefs, in order to challenge our learners to think about the world in different ways. 

We are very active in projects involving work-related learning (including partnerships with a variety of external industries and companies, and active in work to decolonise the curriculum and to build supportive and inclusive pedagogies. We have a thriving research community formed from a range of practitioners, action researchers and traditional researchers. There are opportunities for colleagues to share research and get involved with wider research projects, and colleagues are encouraged to develop research-informed teaching. We have a combination of early career researchers as well as active senior researchers, and we engage with a range of academic interests that impact our excellent teaching provision and expanding research portfolio. With around 70 staff in the School in total, we are a friendly, creative and collegiate community. 

Required skills and experience 

The successful candidate will have practitioner expertise in at least one branch of the Built Environment such as architecture, quantity or land surveying, construction project management or building service engineering.  Regardless of your personal specialism, you will need to demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of the other subject areas. Research expertise, including a doctorate is desirable. As an experienced professional, with industry experience and experience in higher education, you will have a strong portfolio in terms of new programme development and teaching innovation, as well as having recognised scholarship in your area of expertise. This is very much a cross-University role where you will need to quickly establish a strong network across a range of academic and professional services colleagues at all levels. You need to be a confident communicator with experience of programme management, budget management, leadership, and strategic thinking. At York St John, our approach to leadership is collegiate and focuses on both empowering and supporting staff.  

Additional information 

For informal queries, please contact the Head of School, Professor Helen Julia Minors (h.minors@yorksj.ac.uk) 

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

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

Closing Date: 02 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

Salary: £59,966 to £71,566 per annum

Location: York

Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 per annum (£17,179 - £18,673 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ university 

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

You will be joining a cross-institution group of researchers investigating the experiences of recovery following long-standing eating disorders. Bringing together individuals from York St John University, the University of York, and TEWV NHS Trust, we hope to explore these often underrepresented experiences.

The role

The role, reporting to the Principal and Co-investigators within the Department of Psychology, will contribute to design and delivery of the project. The candidate will be motivated to contribute to developing a nuanced understanding of recovery from eating disorders, and sharing this understanding with the community.

This role is at 0.55FTE from 1^st September 2026 until 30^th April 2027. Working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate.

Required skills and experience

Candidates will have experience in mental health research and an appreciation for the role of coproduction in this area. They will be confident in independent working alongside being part of a collaborative team. Organisational skills and IT proficiency are essential. Experience in facilitating groups would be desirable.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Ruth Knight at r.knight1@yorksj.ac.uk.

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

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 03 Jul 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum pro rata