Acupuncture Teaching Clinic Supervisor - Part-time

Join our Acupuncture Teaching Clinic in Northwich

Inspire the Next Generation of Acupuncturists!

Why join us

Northern College of Acupuncture (NCA) is an independent registered charity with a proud history of training highly skilled acupuncture practitioners since 1988. Based in York with new clinical teaching hubs in Northwich and London were recognised for our personcentred ethos small community feel and commitment to academic and professional excellence.

Our BSc (Hons) in Acupuncture has been running since 2008. It is fully accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB) and validated by the Health Sciences University ensuring high standards of education and professional readiness.

We offer:

• Generous leave allowance up to 33 days of annual leave including bank holidays (prorated for parttime roles)
• Free or discounted treatments in our Acupuncture Nutrition and Chinese Herbal Medicine clinics take care of your own wellbeing while supporting student learning
• Professional development support CPD opportunities peer learning and regular team training sessions
• Paid team meetings and overtime your time and contribution are always valued
• A voice in curriculum development help shape the future of acupuncture education
• Flexible working opportunities where the role allows
• A closeknit supportive team join a welcoming community that cares about people and purpose
• Onsite parking at our York and Northwich clinics
• Worklife balance fixed hours with no shift work or oncall duties
• Opportunities to mentor and influence the next generation of acupuncturists
• Be part of a pioneering educational charity contributing to a longstanding valuesled institution with a strong reputation in complementary medicine

Were looking for an experienced passionate Acupuncturist to join our teaching clinic as a Clinic Supervisor guiding students as they develop their clinical skills and confidence. Youll be part of a supportive forwardthinking team playing a key role in shaping the future of acupuncture practice.

Working in our newly established Northwich satellite clinic youll supervise student treatments (in small groups of up to six) and provide handson teaching and mentorship. When student numbers are low you may treat patients directly ensuring the clinic continues to deliver outstanding care.

Role details:

Location: Northwich (Satellite Teaching Clinic)

Hours: 7.5 hours per week on a fixed weekday of your choice 8:45am 5:15pm with 1hr unpaid lunch break)

Salary: 36698.39 pro rata (based on 19.60/hour 36hr fulltime equivalent)

Start Date: July 2025 (with paid training/shadowing beforehand)

Reporting to: Clinic Director

What youll be doing:

As a Clinic Supervisor youll play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical education of our acupuncture students. Youll work closely with small groups of students supporting them as they gain the practical skills confidence and professional insight needed to become safe effective practitioners. Your influence will extend far beyond technical instruction youll be a mentor guide and role model.

• Oversee all studentled treatments ensuring the highest standards of patient care clinical safety and professional practice.
• Provide supportive handson supervision in the teaching clinic creating a safe and encouraging learning environment where students can grow into confident competent practitioners.
• Ensure all patient records are completed promptly on the day of treatment using Cliniko maintaining accuracy and professionalism in clinical documentation.
• Carry out student assessments and reviews as agreed with the Clinic Director and keep clear uptodate records of student progress and performance.
• Support clinical research activity by ensuring outcomes data is recorded accurately contributing to wider clinicbased research and promoting the value of evidenceinformed practice.
• Support the daytoday running of the clinic including followup appointment scheduling managing referrals and responding appropriately to any patient feedback or complaints.
• Attend and actively contribute to team meetings and development sessions including regular online meetings and occasional inperson events (paid overtime).

What were looking for:

Essential:

• A degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) in Acupuncture
• At least 3 years experience in Acupuncture clinical practice
• British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) membership or willing to join within six months of starting the role
• A studentcentred inclusive approach to supervision and teaching
• Ability to support students with additional learning needs both academically and pastorally
• Strong communication skills able to explain complex ideas clearly and give constructive feedback
• Able to make professional judgments around student readiness and suitability for practice
• Confident with Microsoft Office tools (especially Outlook Word and Teams)
• A reliable team player able to work collaboratively and independently
• Committed to upholding and able to teach and supervise to professional standards

Desirable:

• Postgraduate degree or PGCert HE
• 5 years of clinical experience
• Prior experience teaching or supervising in education
• Engagement in research or an area of clinical expertise
• Familiarity with Shen Hammer pulse diagnosis

How to apply:

Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining:

Your interest in the role

Your preferred working day

Whether youre available to cover occasional absences in our York or London clinics

Apply by: Monday 19th May 2025

Interviews: Held online on Wednesday 21st May. There may be a secondstage interview in person. Please confirm your availability for the 21st in your covering letter or suggest an alternative if needed.

Please note: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Make a meaningful difference help shape the acupuncturists of tomorrow. Wed love to hear from you.

Note: This job description is not a comprehensive definition of the post and the post holder will be expected to undertake any other tasks appropriate to the duties and responsibilities of the post. The job description will be reviewed as part of the cycle of appraisal and it may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the post holder.

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