Address Our Mission
Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.
The role of Assistant Professor in Advancing Practice will be part of the School of Health and Care (Formerly Faculty of Health and Life Sciences - School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health). The school delivers an extensive range of undergraduate and post graduate courses for professionals working in health and social care settings including; nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, paramedic science, operating department practice, diagnostic radiography, clinical psychology and public health. We also have a large portfolio of CPD courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels including Advanced Clinical Practice, Independent prescribing and Global Healthcare Management.
The Role
As an Assistant Professor in Advancing Practice (Neonatal) you will be the pathway lead; responsible for leading the development and delivery of teaching, learning and assessment, while demonstrating innovative approaches to teaching and support to students.
You will ensure that the teaching is informed by contemporary research in the relevant field and aid the student’s ability to engage in debate, critical discourse and rational thinking.
You will actively lead teaching, curriculum development and course management to support the school’s activities and enhance the experience for the students.
You will reflect critically on teaching, implement improvements, disseminate good practice, and contribute to quality monitoring and enhancement and to professional accreditation processes. You will undertake work with external partners and professional bodies in the UK and international, while where appropriate undertaking scholar activities through a range of approaches.
You will contribute to the promotion and external profile of the university, if appropriate undertake professional development in support of teaching, support student welfare and curriculum management.
Qualifications Required
PhD in a relevant discipline or if from a professional practice, a good honours degree (and/or Master’s degree) and appropriate professional qualifications and/or memberships might be considered equivalent to a PhD.
Current professional registration and being an experienced Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP) is essential to this role.
Our Successful Candidate
Preferably, you will have recent experience of teaching at higher education level 6-7 in health subjects with evidence of best practice in teaching, successful student learning outcomes, evidence of good/innovative practice and extensive experience and national profile in chose subject or field. If from professional practice background, experience of high-quality presentation skills, and evidence of coaching, or mentoring and teaching other professionals.
You will have knowledge, experience and a growing research profile of Advancing Practice and be an active researcher supported by evidence of publications or other appropriate output.
You will have the ability to demonstrate adherence to regulations regarding ethics, governance, social responsibility and other legal requirements.
You will be enthusiastic and be self-motivated with experience in the development and enhancement of active learning pedagogy within your subject area. You will facilitate the support of professional learning and development programmes and contribute to other commercial activity associated with teaching.
The Benefits
As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:
Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
BUPA Cash Plan
50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
New Electric Car Scheme
Cycle To work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
Job Description and Person Specification available to view on our website.
Closing Date: 23 rd February 2024
