Senior Lecturer in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) (0.8 FTE) (112018-489)

Category: Academic | Faculty/Division: Faculty of Health, Education and Life Sciences | School: School of Nursing and Midwifery | Department: Post Qualifying Healthcare Practice | Location: City South Campus | Post Type: Part Time | Closing Date: 02 Dec 2018 | This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health Visitor or School Nurse to join the Department of Post Qualifying Healthcare Practice, within the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Birmingham City University.  The Department of Post Qualifying Healthcare Practice is a thriving, innovative and dynamic environment that aims to provide high quality CPD for the global health workforce.  This commitment was recognised nationally, with the University being named ‘Best Post-Qualifying Education Provider’ at the 2017 Student Nursing Times Awards. About the role In collaboration with the Faculty team, the role will involve the following activities: A contribution to taught delivery and module leadership across the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) provision and other related courses. Engagement with external stakeholders and provision of placement support to SCPHN students and mentors. Through personal tutoring, provision of support and mentorship to students undertaking the SCPHN and pre-registration Nursing course. About you We are looking for someone who can enthuse and engage students, while also contributing to the Schools scholarly and enterprise activities.  Experience as an academic in Higher Education is desirable.  Credibility and proficiency in Health Visiting or School Nursing is essential.  In addition, experience of supporting students is also desirable for this post.  Ideally, you will hold a postgraduate award, or PhD. The ability to work with a team and excellent IT skills are a core requirement. As part of your application, please attach your CV. Candidates are advised to remove their name from their CV, to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process. If you wish to know more about this role, and would like an informal discussion please contact David Waters, Associate Professor/Head of Department on 0121 331 6166 or by email on:  david.waters@bcu.ac.uk