Lecturer (Nursing Clinical Skills)

Secondment Opportunity

0.5 FTE Lecturer in Clinical Skills (Fixed-term 1-year secondment, with a view to extending to 2 years by mutual agreement)

School of Nursing and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Education
Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking expressions of interest from experienced nurses to join the Simulation and Clinical Skills Team in the School of Nursing and Public Health on a 0.5 FTE secondment basis for a period of 1 year.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of the future workforce while maintaining strong links between practice and academia.

About the Role

The successful applicant will join the Simulation and Clinical Skills Team and play a key role in delivering the pre-registration BSc and MSc Adult and Mental Health Nursing programmes.

The role will include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-informed and inspiring clinical skills and simulation teaching, supervision and assessment.
• Supporting the integration of theory and practice within the programmes.
• Providing academic and pastoral support to students.
• Contributing positively to the student experience and outcomes through your own practice and commitment to high-quality scholarship.
• Working collaboratively with academic and technical colleagues and practice learning partners.

The post offers an excellent development opportunity for those interested in education, leadership, and workforce development within nursing. You will be supported by internal mentorship and staff development to enable you to succeed for the duration of your secondment.

Candidate Profile

We are particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate:

• Current registration as an adult, mental health, or children's nurse (essential).
• Recent and relevant experience in nursing practice.
• Enthusiasm for developing others and supporting student learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries.
• Commitment to high-quality education and student experience.
• Interest in teaching, curriculum development, or academic career pathways (experience desirable but not essential).
• Organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Application Process

Applicants are invited to submit their CV and a one-page supporting statement outlining:

• Their interest in the role.
• Relevant skills and experience.
• What they would bring to the programme and student learning.
• Confirmation that their line manager will support the secondment if successful.

Informal Enquiries

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Anne-Marie Borneuf, Pre Registration Nursing Simulation and Skills Lead (A.M.Borneuf@mmu.ac.uk)
Judy Brook, Head of School of Nursing and Public Health (j.brook@mmu.ac.uk)

This secondment represents a valuable opportunity to contribute to the preparation of future nurses, while developing your own professional and academic skills within a supportive university environment.

Please ensure you have discussed your application with your line manager prior to submission, with an agreement in principle to release you for secondment.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.