Principal Lecturer in Undergraduate Nursing at Liverpool John Moores University

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our School of Nursing and Advanced Practice which has a long and proud history in undergraduate nurse education and sector leading postgraduate provision. We have a reputation for outstanding graduates and researchers.

Reporting to the Subject Head of Undergraduate Nursing and working alongside Programme Leaders for Undergraduate Nursing and Nurse Associate programmes, you will focus on high quality educational provision and responsive curricula. Student experience is at the heart of everything we do, and this is reflected in the quality of our programmes and the development of socially engaged practitioners and future leaders – delivered through committed and forward-thinking academic teams. A key area of focus and responsibility for this role will be the effective recruitment and sustained retention, progression and positive graduate outcomes for our nursing and nurse associate students.

The School of Nursing and Advanced Practice at LJMU, is renowned for the quality and strength of its undergraduate curricula, along with an enviable reputation for strong collaborative partnerships with health and social care providers across the region. You will have the capability to build on the existing strong foundations and achievements in the Subject Area, while also having the vision and ambition to work alongside the Subject Head to positively respond to future challenges and opportunities.

As a key member of the School’s leadership team, a strong and nuanced understanding of the UK nursing and nurse education landscape, complex policy implications and regulatory requirements of the Nursing and |Midwifery Council (NMC), Office for Students (OfS), OFSTED and the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), is essential.

You will be joining our vibrant School and Faculty at a pivotal moment of growth and opportunities. We are seeking an outstanding individual who is able to deliver excellent student experience and outcomes and contribute to the strategic and operational needs of the School in this area. The role will include line management responsibilities and will be joining a passionate and committed community of academics and professional support staff which makes the School of Nursing and Advanced Practice at LJMU a special place to work and thrive.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance will be required for this post at the appropriate level and Occupational Health clearance is required for the posts regulated by the NMC (to be undertaken upon appointment).

At LJMU, we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society. The School is currently under-represented with regards to staff from Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds. We welcome applications from all eligible applicants. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential. All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.