Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues.

BNU continues to experience rapid growth in student numbers, making us one of the fastest-growing higher education providers. This is an exciting time to join the University as we invest significantly in estate developments and welcome Jay Blades MBE as our inaugural Chancellor.

We are delighted to invite applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Midwifery to join the existing team. The BSc (Hons) Midwifery is a new exciting programme validated in June 2021, that helps to support the workforce development and priorities for the NHS and healthcare sector. In its development, the team have established strong links with partner trusts and service users who continue to have a key role in the development of the programme moving forward.

We have state-of-the-art healthcare simulation suites and have invested in specialist equipment for midwifery education and enhancing opportunities for interprofessional education.

If you have the necessary experience, skills, qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you to join our dedicated team to continue to develop the midwifery portfolio.

You will be committed to achieving excellent student outcomes, have demonstrable ability to work in a team and display excellent communication skills.

What we offer:

• a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact Associate Professor in Midwifery and Lead Midwife for Education Carla Jayne Avery on carla.avery@bucks.ac.uk

All applications are to be made in full and online.

Buckinghamshire New University is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

Closing date: 28 July 2023

Interview date: 9/10 August 2023

Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.¿¿

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.