Professional Skills Instructor/Mentor in Nursing and Midwifery

About the College/Department

The College of Health, Psychology and Social Care has a clear vision – to make a REAL difference to the lives of individuals, families and communities within our region. To be the University of choice for our Health and Social Care partners’ education needs across the region; and to provide an excellent student experience, delivered by highly credible and well qualified lecturers. 

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is part of the College of Health, Psychology, and Social Care at the University of Derby. The School consists of four discipline areas: Adult Nursing, Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing, Midwifery, Children's Nursing and Professional Practice, and Associate and Enhanced Healthcare Practice.

Our vision is clear - to create a vibrant, inclusive, and future-facing School that cultivates the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. The School of Nursing and Midwifery has a long-standing reputation for excellence and is home to some of the University of Derby's most popular degrees. Across undergraduate and postgraduate level, we have a variety of courses to offer. 

We have ambitious strategies in place to deliver an outstanding student experience, a culture of internationally important research and scholarship, and transformational partnerships with our collaborators across the health and care systems of Derbyshire and beyond.

About the Role

This role is a central part of this strategy. Our Professional Skills Instructor/Mentor in Nursing and Midwifery will support the development of professional skills, practical technical, vocational, and associated learning for students and apprentices and, where necessary, support their individual learning needs and progress monitoring both in the workplace, on placement, at alternative venues, on College/University premises or online. This will include the provision of work and learning mentoring and coaching and the recording of formal and informal records of progress in on and off-the-job training.

Your role will be to work with our academic teams to support our students develop to their full potential. 

The anticipated interview dates will be Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th July 2025.

About You

We’re looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses, Midwives, or Nursing Associates with a passion for education and supporting students to reach their full potential. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to transition from clinical practice into education, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference.

We welcome applications from all fields of practice and value the diverse expertise and experiences you bring. What matters most is your ability to engage learners, inspire confidence, and create supportive learning environments that lead to high-quality outcomes.

To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate:

• A genuine commitment to student success and the ability to foster inclusive, positive learning experiences.
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey ideas, encourage curiosity, and support academic development.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• A strong belief in widening participation, breaking down barriers, and ensuring that education is accessible to all.

If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey and help shape the healthcare workforce of the future, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Vicky Cockerill, Head of Associate and Enhanced Healthcare Practice via v.cockerill@derby.ac.uk

For more information and to apply on-line, please click the above “Apply” button.

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