Deputy Programme Director - MSc Clinical Applications in Developmental Psychology
Drive academic excellence and curriculum growth for a new Master's programme in clinical developmental psychology at Anna Freud.
Best for:Best for experienced academics or clinicians with a background in developmental psychology and a track record in higher education programme delivery.
Overview
Anna Freud is seeking a Deputy Programme Director to help deliver, develop, and quality assure a new MSc in Clinical Applications in Developmental Psychology. Working alongside the Programme Director, the successful candidate will combine teaching, module leadership, and curriculum development while ensuring alignment with academic standards. The role also involves line managing up to five programme staff, providing academic and pastoral support to postgraduate students, and contributing to wider educational activities. This is a permanent, part-time hybrid appointment based in London.
What you'll do
- Co-lead the delivery, development, and quality assurance of the MSc in Clinical Applications in Developmental Psychology.
- Design and develop new module content, educational materials, and wider academic activities such as seminar series and journal clubs.
- Provide high-quality teaching, module leadership, and pastoral or academic support to postgraduate students.
- Line manage up to five programme staff within a broader team of up to fifteen individuals.
- Ensure the programme meets all institutional and academic compliance standards.
- Collaborate with the Programme Director and academic team to maintain an excellent student experience.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD, DClinPsych or equivalent qualification in Psychology, Clinical Psychology or a related discipline
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Expertise in developmental psychology, child development, and psychopathology
- Experience designing, delivering, and quality assuring postgraduate education programmes in higher education
- Proven ability to lead and support academic teams and manage competing priorities
- Proficiency in utilizing digital learning platforms
- Demonstrated experience providing pastoral and academic support to postgraduate students
- Must have the right to work in the UK
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-29
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