Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Children’s Nursing at De Montfort University

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, truly globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering high quality teaching and research. A culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating, innovative and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive.

Faculty / Directorate

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences (HLS) is a large Faculty that offers education across a number of health and social care courses and is home to four specialist schools – Allied Health Sciences, Applied Social Sciences, The Leicester School of Nursing and Midwifery, and The Leicester School of Pharmacy. The Faculty educates and develops Health and Social Care professionals who make a significant difference to lives, health, wellbeing, communities and society. Teaching reflects the latest developments in the sector and many courses have professional accreditations. A range of work experience and volunteering opportunities enables students to develop the skills sought by graduate employers. Recent graduates have secured roles with leading employers such as AstraZeneca, The Ministry of Defence and the NHS.

The Faculty has dedicated clinical simulation facilities, featuring industry-standard equipment which is designed to replicate current practice, enabling staff and students to undertake practice to develop clinical skills to improve health and social care.

Role

Are you passionate about Children’s nursing and would like a career teaching and supporting students? This post is ideal for someone who has experience in caring for children and would like to develop a career in Higher Education.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery are expanding its Children’s provision across the Division of the Maternal and Child Health. We would like to take this opportunity for an active Registered Children’s Nurse to join the School of Nursing and Midwifery as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer and preferably with experience in paediatric intensive care.

Ideal Candidate

To be successful, you will have an active NMC registration with evidence of professional development. You will be expected to lead and teach on modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels as required.

You will be involved in curriculum development, student support and assessment. You will be involved in linking practice to higher education needs.

As Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Children’s Nursing, you will join a friendly team, who are committed to developing competent graduates and practitioners. We will support you to gain a teaching qualification.

For an informal discussion, please contact Caroline Farrar; Head of Maternal and Child Health Division Email: cfarrar@dmu.ac.uk.

Applications are on-line via the DMU website including job description and personal Specification.