Lecturer in Nursing

The University of Essex provides excellence in education and research. We are proud to offer regional, national and international students the opportunity to contribute to and develop through impactful research and innovative education. This is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are an academic, part of the professional services team or a student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.

The School of Health and Social Care has an excellent reputation for teaching and research in health and social care. Our academic members of staff currently include occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychological therapists, nurses, social workers, oral health practitioners, psychologists, and sociologists. The School is at the forefront of preparing people to meet the requirements of and build foundations for robust health and care services both nationally and internationally.

Duties of the role
We are seeking to appoint a Registered Nurse to join our School and support the delivery and development of our undergraduate nursing programmes.

The post holder will work collaboratively with staff, students and practice partners to help students integrate theory and practice, achieve their learning outcomes, and develop the professional skills required for a successful nursing career.

You will contribute to high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, working closely with students and colleagues to provide an engaging and supportive learning experience. As a valued member of the nursing team, you will contribute to curriculum development and quality enhancement activities.

In addition, you will contribute to the wider academic life of the School through administrative, quality enhancement, and partnership activities.

A full list of key responsibilities and main duties can be found within the attached job pack.

Qualifications and skills required
The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in health and social card or equivalent or possess equivalent professional experience. You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration to support our students in adult and mental health nursing and either hold Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) or demonstrate a willingness and ability to achieve professional recognition at the appropriate level.

You will have substantial experience within nursing practice and a strong commitment to delivering excellence in higher education. Experience of teaching, supporting learning, assessment, curriculum development, or educational leadership within higher or professional education settings will be advantageous.

You will also demonstrate a commitment to upholding the NMC Code and embody the professional values and behaviours expected of healthcare professionals and educators. You will be committed to maintaining contemporary knowledge of nursing practice, healthcare policy, professional regulation, and pedagogic developments to ensure the delivery of a high-quality educational experience.

A full list of essential and desirable applicant requirements can also be found within the job pack.

Please use the 'Apply' button to read further information about this role including the full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role. You will also find details of how to make your application here.

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