Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing

Location: Waterside Campus Job Description.pdf (PDF, 166.67kb) About the job Part time: 0.6FTE (22.2 hours per week) Interview date: 30 April 2024 The Faculty of Health, Education and Society are seeking to appoint a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer to contribute to the Adult Pre-registration BSc Nursing Programme across levels 4, 5 and 6. The successful applicant will provide academic input of our Adult and cross field (mental health, learning disability and children and young people) modules situated in the subject group of pre-registration Nursing. The successful applicant will support the teaching, learning and assessment of pre-registration nursing students both on campus and online via active blended learning. The learner voice and experience will be central to all aspects of course delivery. The post will include that of personal teacher and academic assessor.  The post holder, alongside the programme team, will be responsible for ensuring adherence to quality assurance processes and professional regulatory requirements to support the high-quality delivery of this programme of education. The post is a 0.6 FTE permanent post, anticipated to be achieved across a 3-day working week of 7.4 hours per day. Days and hours of working can be flexible around teaching and meeting commitments, however teaching days vary across Monday to Friday.  For further information or to discuss the vacancy, please contact Fiona Barchard (Deputy Subject Lead): fiona.barchard@northampton.ac.uk This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed. About you You must be an experienced registered adult nurse or lecturer / senior lecturer who can evidence and demonstrate their ability to work across the pre-registration curriculum at levels 4, 5 and 6 The post ideally requires an individual with experience in the community, private and voluntary sector although experience in all areas of practice is welcomed. An interest in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology and associated long term conditions would also be of interest. You will also possess strong communication, digital and organisational skills. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate up-to-date understanding of the NMC student proficiencies and contemporary nursing practice. Previous experience of interaction and teaching and assessment of students would be an advantage although support and development are available. Qualifications Essential; Relevant professional qualification - Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject. Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale Desirable; Master’s degree in relevant subject or working towards completion within a reasonable period. Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion Right to Work All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Equality We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion. This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities. Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity. To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/