About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a Registered Adult Nurse to join our innovative and enthusiastic team on a permanent basis at our Chichester campus. This role will contribute to the development of nursing skills, supporting simulated learning practice and academic modules as required. Lecturers will teach as a member of the teaching team in a developing capacity within an established programme of study and/or across developing areas, with the assistance of a mentor and/or senior colleague if required. The role will involve teaching, quality assurance compliance, partnership working, student support, as well as engaging in the curriculum planning, design and leadership of teaching and with some research activity across all courses.
Main duties of the job
You will have the knowledge, experience and skills to enable contemporary contribution to all pre-registration curricula including the Nursing Associate and Registered Nurse programmes. You will need to be an NMC registrant in good standing as a Registered Adult Nurse, have demonstrable contemporary clinical knowledge required for Nursing Adults in a range of care settings, a HE teaching qualification (Associate Fellow or Fellow) OR willingness to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education/Academic Professional within an agreed timeframe together and demonstrable evidence of delivering teaching, learning and assessment.
The successful candidate will need to be motivated, proactive and engage with collaborative working both as a team and with wider partners. We aim to ensure that we equip our graduates with the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace upon graduation and throughout their professional careers. As such, we not only focus on the acquisition of caring science knowledge, but also on vital transferable skills, such as compassionate leadership and robust digital skills.
Please include your NMC registration number and any membership details in your application.
About us
You will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the Universitys student experience as high-quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational. Youll need to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and positively within a small academic team, excellent teaching methods with the ability to independently develop a variety of approaches to learning and teaching that is student-centred, inclusive and flexible. We are a top 30 UK University who prides itself on our sense of community, including an excellent staff experience.
Job description Job responsibilities
Function of the Post:
The Lecturer in Adult Nursing will contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of high-quality nursing education across pre-registration programmes, with a particular emphasis on integrating UK-based contemporary nursing practice into teaching, simulation, and work-related learning.
The post holder will utilise their experience of nursing practice within the UK healthcare context, including knowledge of NHS systems, regulatory frameworks, and patient care standards, to ensure that teaching is current, relevant, and aligned with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and Future Nurse agenda.
Principal Accountabilities:As a Lecturer in the department of School of Nursing and Allied Health, the working year will be divided between teaching, teaching-related administration, assessment and research in such proportions as may be decided by the Head of School/Executive Dean, after appropriate consultation, in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Academic staff.
Learning and Teaching
Be responsible for the delivery of teaching material - deliver either across a range of modules within a subject area as well as other developing areas within the department.Contribute to curriculum development in the context of pre-registration NursingDesign teaching materials and delivery across allocated modules across the Nursing programmes.Deliver lectures and/or seminar groups using appropriate teaching methods, helping to identify areas where current provision needs revision or improvementTransfer knowledge in the form of practical skills, methods and techniques.Support and liaise with clinical practice partners in supporting student work-related learningBecoming an Academic Assessor in line with the NMC standards.Transfer knowledge in the form of practical skills, methods and techniques and engage with the Simulated Based Education developments.Engage in supporting student learning in the work environmentAssist with the development of the design and delivery of modules and assessment methods, working closely with colleagues on the implementation of assessment procedures, participating in the examination/assessment process.Set, mark and assess work and examinations and provide effective and timely feedback to students.Assist with the supervision of students projects, fieldwork and placements.Use time outside of teaching hours to prepare well-constructed, varied teaching sessions, ensuring that content, methods of delivery and learning materials will meet the defined learning outcomes.Seek ways of improving performance by reflecting on teaching design and delivery and obtaining and analysing feedback.Provide timely, constructive, formative and comprehensive feedback to students using all forms of communication/media.Embrace the importance and value of engaging in the task of education and learning together with students at all academic levels to ensure an outstanding learning experience.Work in partnership with students to enable them to become independent learners and researchersDeliver high quality, effective and interactive teaching using a range of methods including face to face, blended and remote delivery if necessary.
Research, scholarly and income generating activities
Engage in pedagogic and practitioner research and/or scholarly activities.Conduct individual or collaborative scholarly projects with the support of a mentor/a senior colleague.Develop learning materials in collaboration with colleagues and disseminate the results of scholarly activity.Develop ideas for generating income and promoting the subject.
Communication, liaison and networking
Communicate complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding.Communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature.Liaise with colleagues academic and professional services effectively.Attend open days and assist with other course marketing activities.Focus upon and explore ways to be and think together as educators that are positive, encouraging and empowering.
Managing people
Manage own teaching, scholarly and administrative activities with guidance if required.Act as a mentor for students in the capacity of Academic Advisor.Supervise students, understand their learning requirements and develop appropriate learning outcomes.Work collaboratively and effectively with others to support project outcomes.
Pastoral care
Develop and use listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills and act as first line support to students, referring them as appropriate to internal and external services providing further help.Appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances.Support students to work through and overcome the various challenges they will face including personal, economic, mental, physical etc.
Planning and managing resources
Support the quality of delivery within scope of own level of responsibility, referring more serious matters to others, as appropriateManage projects relating to own area of work, in liaison with senior colleagues.Use teaching resources and facilities as appropriate to ensure student needs and expectations are met.Be responsible for administrative duties in own areas, managing projects relating to own areas of work.
Work environment
Be aware of the risks in the work environment and their potential impact on areas of their own work and that of others.Depending on the area of work and level of training received, the post holder may be expected to conduct risk assessments and take responsibility for the health and safety of others.
Expertise
Possess sufficient breadth and/or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established teaching programmes.Engage in continuous professional development.Use a range of delivery techniques to enthuse and engage students.Develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and asses learning.Foster creative approaches when responding to teaching, learning and scholarship challenges and contribute to the development of a culture of innovation and enterprise
Teamwork
Understand and actively embrace the Universitys distinctive sensibility, the qualities, values and characteristics expected of everyone working for the University.Support academic colleagues on course development and curriculum changes.Act as a responsible team member, leading where agreed, and develop productive working relationships with other members of academic and professional services staff.Contribute to and/or lead on team and departmental meetings, training and/or committees internally or externally.Contribute to the development of new systems and procedures.Work with colleagues and students to sustain and strengthen an inclusive, supportive, caring and authentic learning community.
Other duties:You are required to undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade and content of the work as may reasonably be required of you. The list of duties in this job profile should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive and require a flexible approach to work. Please note that, in consultation with you, the University reserves the right to update your job profile to reflect changes in, or to, your post.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A Bachelors degree (Honours) in Nursing or a related discipline (2:1 or above, or equivalent experience). Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as an Adult Nurse, with good standing on the register. A recognised Higher Education teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
Desirable
Masters level qualification in related subject to Nursing/Education/Health (or working towards) Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience of contemporary nursing practice within the UK, including knowledge of NHS systems, patient pathways, and regulatory frameworks (ideally minimum of 2 years) Sound understanding of the NMC (2018) Future Nurse standards, including their application to curriculum design, delivery, and assessment. Evidence of delivering effective, inclusive, and practice-relevant teaching, including simulation-based and skills-based learning.
Personal Attributes Essential
Pro-active and self-motivated, able to show initiative as well as work well with others effectively. Able to motivate, enthuse and develop students. Able to work successfully with a variety of different post holders at different levels across the University. Willing to demonstrate commitment and support for the Universitys People and Learning, Teaching and Student Experience Strategy.
Skills Essential
Ability to design and deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across a range of formats, including face-to-face, blended, and online learning. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in using digital learning environments (e.g. Moodle) to support innovative and student-centred learning. Effective organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing academic and administrative responsibilities. Ability to contribute to curriculum development and enhancement, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Competence in assessment design and delivery, providing timely, constructive, and developmental feedback. Ability to work collaboratively with academic colleagues, professional services, and clinical partners to support practice-based learning. Demonstrable experience of professional nursing practice within the UK, with a sound understanding of NHS structures, patient pathways, and multidisciplinary working. Experience in delivering or supporting practice-based learning in UK healthcare settings, including clinical skills development and student supervision. Evidence of involvement in teaching, training, or education within a UK higher education or clinical learning environment, with an understanding of student learning needs. Experience of applying NMC standards and requirements within practice or education, including supporting student progression and competence. Ability to recognise and respond to the need for curriculum or module development, contributing ideas to enhance content, structure, and delivery.
Desirable
Emerging engagement with research, scholarship, or knowledge exchange, with the potential to develop an academic profile. Involvement in curriculum development or programme design, particularly within pre-registration nursing. Experience of simulation-based education or the use of innovative teaching methodologies. Simulated Based Learning experience.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University of Chichester
Address University Of Chichester
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Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 6PE
United Kingdom
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