Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing

About you

We are looking for a Senior Lecturer who brings:

• Substantial experience as a Registered Adult Nurse gained in the UK (NMC registration with no conditions) and academic experience ideally with the Higher Education sector.
• Proven leadership and coordination experience within Higher Education or clinical education settings.
• A strong track record of innovative and inspirational teaching, curriculum development and student‑centred pedagogic practice with a focus on developing digital acumen for all our learners
• Expertise or a keen interest in shaping apprenticeships and supporting high‑quality work‑based learning.
• The confidence to influence programme direction, contribute to quality enhancement, and support colleagues in delivering excellent teaching, assessment and feedback.
• A postgraduate teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) and a commitment to research‑informed practice.

You will be digitally literate, emotionally intelligent, and comfortable leading within a collaborative academic environment.

Your responsibilities

In addition to your teaching and research responsibilities you will:

• Serve as Programme Coordinator, overseeing programme delivery, quality assurance, student experience and academic standards.
• Lead and support apprenticeship development, working closely with the Practice Learning Unit, employers and practice partners.
• Engage with programme review, validation and curriculum innovation.
• Mentor colleagues and support the development of high‑quality, inclusive and flexible learning environments.
• Strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience through personalised, accessible and aspirational teaching.

About the team

You will join a close‑knit academic team dedicated to growing the Nursing and Allied Health workforce in West Sussex. The School fosters a culture of support, ambition and originality. We are proud to be shortlisted for the Nursing Times Student Awards 2025 – Pre‑Registration Education Provider of the Year and are #1 in the country for teaching (National Student Survey 2025)

What we offer

Alongside your salary, you’ll benefit from an excellent reward package, including:

• Defined Benefit pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme).
• Generous holiday allowance (pro‑rata) plus paid closure over Christmas.
• On‑site gym, subsidised travel between campuses, cycle‑purchase scheme.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Professional development opportunities throughout the year.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Dr Nita Muir, Head of School: N.Muir@chi.ac.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 22 February 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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