Lecturer in Nursing Learning Disabilities

Join Our Team as a Lecturer in Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

By joining the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision

Are you passionate about shaping the future learning disabilities nursing? Do you thrive on sharing knowledge, inspiring students, and driving innovation in healthcare through education & research? If so, we want YOU to join our talented and creative team of healthcare academics within the School of Nursing and Midwifery here at the University of Central Lancashire.

About Us

We are one of the biggest providers of pre-registration nursing education in the north-west and have students studying nursing in all four fields of nursing across three campuses (Preston, Burnley and Westlakes). Within the school we also offer a range of other undergraduate provision including nursing associate, midwifery, assistant practitioner and health and social care. Alongside this we have a growing range of post-graduate provision, both as full programmes and stand along CPD module. The team within the school is welcoming and fully committed to the changing the lives of the students who choose us to start or further their healthcare career. As a widening participation university, we excel at supporting all types of learners and equipping them with the skills, knowledge and self-belief needed to excel.

About the role

As a Lecturer in Nursing you will work in a thriving team of talented and nurturing healthcare academics who are delivering excellent educational experiences to our students. We will challenge you to think creatively and encourage you to engage in the development of healthcare education both locally within our own provision and more widely. You will be fully supported as a new or developing academic through clear line management and mentorship from a more established member of the team. You will have the opportunity to undertake a recognised teaching qualification as well as taking on a range of other academic roles.

About you

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Lecturer in Nursing with a focus on Nursing within the Learning Disabilities Nursing field of practice. As a registered Nurse (LD) you will deliver high-quality learning experiences to students on a range of programmes within the school. An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject is essential, as well as an understanding and knowledge of contemporary Nursing with the context of UK practice, underpinned by clinical experience within Learning Disability Nursing. You will be passionate about student success and committed to engaging our learners in their lifelong learning journey of becoming a future healthcare professional. As a skilled and adaptable professional you will possess the aptitude to take on a range of academic roles including, teaching, research, personal tutoring, assessment and module leadership. To achieve all of this you will have a willingness to engage in your own personal and professional development and passion for taking on new challenges.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in let’s shape the future of nursing, together! 

If you are interested and would like to discuss the post further, please email Tyler Warburton, Associate Dean.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.