Expression of Interest for Roles at IICP College

IICP College is currently seeking expressions of interest for a variety of full time academic staff and part time faculty roles:

Position: Deputy Head of School, Health Sciences
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of School
Location: Hybrid

Role Profile

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate outstanding leadership skills, an excellent academic record and experience of working across a broad range of relevant stakeholders. The Deputy Head of School will take a leadership role in charting the School’s future strategic direction within the context of the Hibernia College’s Group strategic plan.

The Deputy Head of School will have a strong track record of professional accomplishment in his/her academic discipline and will have shown evidence of outstanding management and leadership abilities. He/she should possess qualities of strategic and innovative thinking and have extensive experience of academic and financial management. He/she should possess a doctorate and/or be at professorial level and have a strong record of publications in the discipline area. He/she will have a proven capacity to engage and motivate academic and administrative staff. He/she will also demonstrate an in-depth understanding of national and international developments in research and in teaching/learning as well as a grasp of the key issues facing the sector. The ability to foster and extend national and international linkages and alliances is crucial.

Responsibilities

The primary function of the Deputy Head of School is to provide leadership and direction to faculty, staff and students. He/she will report to the Head of School, for the management, general administration, supervision and operation of the School.

Leadership

  • Support the Head of School in the management and co-ordinate of the activities to achieve the School’s strategic direction.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and direction and participate, as a member of the Senior Management on a variety of committees including the Academic Council and Academic Leadership Team.
  • Guide and support Faculty in the development, delivery, management and evaluation of the College’s programmes, personnel, resources, and activities.
  • Ensuring a high-quality student experience and effective communications between the student and the College.
  • Data collection and analysis in relation to attrition.
  • Oversee program and course accreditation transitions.

Academic Leadership

  • Serve as acting deputy registrar as needed for registration and awards
  • Conduct faculty inductions
  • Promote excellence in teaching, learning, and research
  • Plan and evaluate School programmes and activities
  • Conduct regular reviews of the School including examination of integrating mechanisms with other programmes not limited to “Home” and “Cohort”
  • Ensure that the education and learning of all students is optimised
  • Oversee all prior learning assessment and recognition developing a standardized process
  • Oversee student support & student integrity
  • Data analytics in relation to learner analytics

External Relations

  • Develop strong internal/external networks and strategic alliances and promote the visibility and reputation of the School nationally and internationally.
  • Engage with the wider HE sectors nationally and internationally, maintaining currency with prevailing higher education policy and the implications of same for the School, its programmes, students, and potential developments.
  • Advise the College of external developments of interest and of their potential implications and suggesting possible responses on the part of the College.

Personnel

  • Maintain plans for the staffing needs of the School
  • Ensure administrative efficiency and effectiveness and compliance with policies and procedures
  • Ensure reviews of performance and assessment of developmental needs of staff in the School are undertaken in accordance with policy
  • Ensure timely and effective communication with staff and students
  • Encourage maximum staff participation in the activities of the School

Requirements/Qualifications:

Essential:

  • Qualified to level 10 on the QQI national framework of qualifications or close to completion.
  • Excellent knowledge of policy, curriculum in the field of education.
  • IACP accreditation for 5 years preferred.
  • High level of competence in communication and interpersonal skills demonstrating excellence in diplomacy and negotiation.
  • Self-motivated leader with a proven record in effective team leadership and management and the ability to motivate and empower others.
  • A teaching and assessing course is desirable or the willingness to undertake same.

To apply please send a comprehensive supporting letter and CV to hr@iicp.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 31st January 2025.

Position: Clinical Group Supervisor
Contract: Fixed Term Special Purpose (following academic calendar)
Reports to: Head of School or their nominee
Location: Hybrid

Job Purpose
The role of the Clinical Group Supervisor is to provide 16 hours of Group supervision to students on the BSc and MSc programmes at IICP College. These hours are spread out over the academic year and consist of a blend of sessions onsite in our Tallaght Campus and online via our College Zoom Education Package.

Key responsibilities and tasks

  • Provide group supervision sessions to groups of 3-6 IICP students, consisting of approx. 8 two hour sessions spread-out between Sept/Oct and May/June of a given academic year.
  • Support and guide learners as they commence and complete clinical placement.
  • Provide verbal and written feedback to learners related to their supervision reflections and self-evaluations.
  • Liaise with college faculty and staff with regard to monitoring attendance and groups and ensuring appropriate communication.
  • Manage the tripartite relationship of student, supervisor and college.
  • Submit an end of year report for each student in the group.
  • Liaise with the Head of School and Programme Leads in relation to cyclical reviews, such as programmatic and institutional reviews.
  • Any other such duty commensurate with the role.

Working Relationships
The Clinical Supervisor will work closely with the Head of School and Clinical Placement Manager at IICP College.

Structure
The Clinical Group Supervisor shall report directly to the Head of School or their nominee.

Personnel Specification
The successful candidate will satisfy the following criteria:

Essential:

  • Qualified to at least:
    • Level 8 Degree (for those supervising BSc Hons students)
    • Level 9 Masters (for those supervising MSc students)
  • Hold a recognised supervision qualification.
  • Full and current supervision accreditation with IACP/IAHIP.
  • Relevant experience of providing group supervision.
  • Be available to attend onsite sessions in our Tallaght Campus.
  • Possess adequate IT skills to deliver online group supervision as part of the role.

Desirable:

  • Experience of providing group supervision in a similar higher education institute.

To apply, please email a comprehensive CV and supporting letter hr@iicp.ie

IICP College is seeking to expand its panel of part-time lecturers and associate lecturers in areas such as counselling and psychotherapy theory, skills, personal development and research methods. Those with areas of specialisation (working with children, family, sexuality, addiction, bereavement) are also welcome to express their interest. IICP College offers the following major awards on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ):

  • Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Studies (L6 NFQ)
  • BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Integrative Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • Certificate in CBT (L9 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Improving Clinical Outcomes (L8 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Suicide Postvention (L7 NFQ – Minor Award)

Teaching is delivered on a modular basis [22-32 hours per module which can be delivered on a weekly basis (1.5 to 3 hours per week) or in block format at weekends]. Salary depends on experience. Teaching is delivered via blended learning, whereby classes rotate monthly/weekly between online and onsite in Tallaght.

Expressions of interest are sought from those who meet the following criteria:

  • Excellent ability to teach a range of counselling and psychotherapy related topics to include theory, skills, personal development, clinical placement and research methods.
  • Appropriate teaching and learning experience/qualifications.
  • Fully accredited members of IACP/IAHIP/BACP – at least 5 years accredited (for counselling and psychotherapy specific modules only).
  • Have a strong understanding of evidence-based practice and research focus.
  • Be proficient in the use of technology (PowerPoint, Moodle) for teaching and learner support (An understanding of technology enabled learning would be beneficial).
  • Lecturers for our Level 8 Degree will be qualified to at least Level 8 on the NFQ.
  • Lecturers for our Level 9 Masters will be qualified to at least Level 9 on the NFQ.

A qualified candidate will receive an acknowledgment of receipt for their cover letter and CV. They will be placed on a panel and contacted for an interview when a vacancy arises. CVs will be kept on file for 12 months, after which they will be deleted.

If you are interested in joining a dynamic and growing faculty team, please email your CV and a cover letter to triona@iicp.ie

IICP College is seeking to expand its panel of part-time lecturers and associate lecturers in areas such as counselling and psychotherapy theory, skills, personal development and research methods. Those with areas of specialisation (working with children, family, sexuality, addiction, bereavement) are also welcome to express their interest. IICP College offers the following major awards on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ):

  • Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Studies (L6 NFQ)
  • BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Integrative Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • Certificate in CBT (L9 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Improving Clinical Outcomes (L8 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Suicide Postvention (L7 NFQ – Minor Award)

Teaching is delivered on a modular basis [22-32 hours per module which can be delivered on a weekly basis (1.5 to 3 hours per week) or in block format at weekends]. Salary depends on experience. Teaching is delivered via blended learning, whereby classes rotate monthly/weekly between online and onsite in Tallaght.

These are part time roles. Expressions of interest are sought from those who meet the following criteria:

  • Strong ability to teach a range of counselling and psychotherapy related topics to include theory, skills and personal development.
  • Fully accredited members of IACP/IAHIP/BACP (for counselling and psychotherapy specific modules only).
  • Have approximately 2 years’ teaching experience.
  • Have a strong understanding of evidence-based practice and research focus.
  • Be proficient in the use of technology (PowerPoint, Moodle) for teaching and learner support (An understanding of technology enabled learning would be beneficial).
  • Lecturers for our Level 8 Degree will be qualified to at least Level 8 on the NFQ.
  • Lecturers for our Level 9 Masters will be qualified to at least Level 9 on the NFQ.

A qualified candidate will receive an acknowledgment of receipt for their cover letter and CV. They will be placed on a panel and contacted for an interview when a vacancy arises. CVs will be kept on file for 12 months, after which they will be deleted.

If you are interested in joining a dynamic and growing faculty team, please email your CV and a cover letter to triona@iicp.ie

IICP College is seeking to expand its panel of part-time lecturers and associate lecturers in areas such as counselling and psychotherapy theory, skills, personal development and research methods. Those with areas of specialisation (working with children, family, sexuality, addiction, bereavement) are also welcome to express their interest. IICP College offers the following major awards on the National

Framework of Qualifications (NFQ):

  • Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Studies (L6 NFQ)
  • BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • MA in Integrative Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy (L9 NFQ)
  • Certificate in CBT (L9 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Improving Clinical Outcomes (L8 NFQ – Minor Award)
  • Certificate in Suicide Postvention (L7 NFQ – Minor Award)

Teaching is delivered on a modular basis [22-32 hours per module which can be delivered on a weekly basis (1.5 to 3 hours per week) or in block format at weekends]. Salary depends on experience. Teaching is delivered via blended learning, whereby classes rotate monthly/weekly between online and onsite in Tallaght.

These are part time roles. Expressions of interest are sought from those who meet the following criteria:

  • Qualified therapists (to at least level 8 on the NFQ) who wish to develop their knowledge, skills and competencies in teaching and learning.
  • Lecturing support staff should have good interpersonal skills and exhibit a willingness to support faculty in the delivery of modules, and to give developmental feedback to learners (for instance in skills training).

A qualified candidate will receive an acknowledgment of receipt for their cover letter and CV. They will be placed on a panel and contacted for an interview when a vacancy arises. CVs will be kept on file for 12 months, after which they will be deleted.

If you are interested in joining a dynamic and growing faculty team, please email your CV and a cover letter to triona@iicp.ie