Senior Lecturer Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

Come and work in London’s newest university Counselling Psychology team, teach some of the most diverse and motivated Counselling Psychology trainees and help shape your profession through teaching and research.

The provision at UEL has grown dynamically with a new cohort of trainees studying the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology. We look to continue expanding with a new cohort in September 2026. This is a very exciting time to join an enthusiastic team of academics who can shape and influence the development of the growing UEL psychology provision. We would want to appoint as soon as possible.We invite enthusiastic candidates who are HCPC registered and either a qualified Counselling Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist. We particularly welcome candidates who can support the development of our teaching and develop our research. Candidates without previous teaching experience but with sound Counselling Psychology clinical experience may be considered at Lecturer level if the candidate is willing to work towards a postgraduate certificate in professional education (or equivalent).Candidates must have a passion for student focussed teaching, and a clear understanding and respect for the unique needs of widening participation cohorts of students.  The successful applicants will have excellent knowledge of the professional and academic requirements of higher education programmes and will contribute to the development of Counselling Psychology in the university through research and teaching.

 As one of the most socially inclusive and international Universities and comprising one of the most diverse staff populations in the UK (50% of our professoriate identify as being from minority ethnic backgrounds), we are hugely proud of our track record in reducing inequalities, ranked first in the UK and second globally (Times Higher Education Global Impact Rankings, 2020). Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of Vision 2028. We are building an environment of success where colleagues are supported to achieve, and our community can flourish and thrive. We are an accredited Investors in People Award Institution and have achieved the Investors in People Health and Wellbeing Award. With the Athena Swan Awards and being one of a small number of Universities to have achieved the Race Equality Charter Award, we continue on our journey to address and reduce barriers to opportunity

About the Job

To contribute to the delivery and ongoing enhancement of the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at the University of East London. Working collaboratively with the Programme Director and wider team, the postholder will support the provision of a high-quality, research-informed and socially responsive doctoral training programme that meets the standards of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

This includes teaching across theoretical and applied components of the programme (e.g., year one CBT, year two psychodynamic, and year three integrative approaches), contributing to trainee assessment and supervision, and supporting professional and personal development through reflective and experiential learning.

For appointment at Senior Lecturer level, the postholder will also play a role in curriculum design, research development, and/or programme innovation, contributing to the strategic direction of Counselling Psychology training and research within the School.

About You

Essential criteria:

Doctorate in Counselling or Clinical Psychology (A/C)Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist (A/Substantial clinical experience as a Chartered Counselling or Clinical Psychologist, post-qualification (A/I)Knowledge and application of research methods (preferably qualitative, although quantitative specialism will be considered) (A/I)Advanced knowledge of psychodynamic therapy and/or other psychotherapeutic approaches e.g. CBT (A/R/P)(Senior Lecturer only) Substantial experience of teaching and assessing at postgraduate level (A/I)(Senior Lecturer only) Substantial experience of offering research supervision to Counselling Psychology trainees or doctoral candidates in a related discipline (A/I)

Benefits Package

Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-all-academic-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, as members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!

Statement regarding UEL

The University of East London is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the global capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential. Join us and #BeTheChange. Born in 1898 to serve the skills needs of the second industrial revolution, the University of East London has commenced Year Three of its transformational 10-year Vision 2028 strategic plan led by our Vice-Chancellor & President, Professor Amanda Broderick, to advance Industry 4.0 careers-1st education. We have a clear route-map to provide a springboard for the jobs and opportunities of the future; drive diversity in the 4.0 talent pipeline - working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found; and to create an inclusive and sustainable, green future.

To obtain further details about this vacancy please visit our website at https://jobs.uel.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 05 Jan 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: Starting from £53,040 inclusive of London Weighting