Principal Lecturer: Undergraduate Nursing

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

The Faculty of Health strives to tackle health inequalities, social exclusion, and deprivation, both locally and beyond, through its undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, and an expanding programme of international partnerships and student opportunities. Situated within the Faculty of Health, the School of Nursing and Advanced Practice was established to enhance focus on undergraduate/postgraduate nursing and advanced multidisciplinary practice. The School has a long, proud history in nurse education and a sector-leading postgraduate provision. It has a reputation for its outstanding graduates and researchers, as well as for its significant portfolio which is growing each year with various local, regional, and national programmes. The School holds influence in the Advanced Practice agenda regionally and plays a key role in the development of the current and future health workforce.

We are now seeking to appoint an outstanding individual as Principal Lecturer in Undergraduate Nursing on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Subject Head of Undergraduate Nursing you will work alongside Programme Leaders to develop our high-quality educational provision and responsive curricula. You will provide leadership over curriculum development and enhancement of the portfolio whilst also line managing academic staff engaged in teaching, research, and enterprise. Working closely with the Subject Head, you will be responsible for the academic development and delivery of high-quality taught programmes in undergraduate nursing, including apprenticeships. Of significant importance is the contributions you will be able to make to the research portfolio and development of research capability across the team. You will also be expected to be research active, engage in one of the Faculty’s research themes, and be part of our continued development. You will also be able to demonstrate a growing national and international research portfolio and make contributions to the REF.

You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK), educated to Masters Level with either a PhD or making significant progress towards completion, and have experience within a relevant field of nursing including some experience of teaching pre-registration nursing and nursing associate students and/or apprentices. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual dedicated to providing an outstanding student experience who can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, research outputs and is driven to improve the lives of patients, their carers, and their families. This is your opportunity to be a key contributor to providing a high quality and transformative educational experience for 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. 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 towards sustained retention, the delivery of an effective curriculum, supported progression, and positive outcomes for our students. By joining the School, you will be joining a passionate and committed community of academics and professional support staff, and an environment that recognises, celebrates, and rewards your successes. Our staff has significant real-world experience and expertise from a range of disciplines, which means that we can support your endeavours and provide mentorship as you grow in your role. 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. We wish you every success in your application to become part of LJMU’s successful and welcoming team of staff.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Keeley Guest (Subject Head: Undergraduate Nursing) k.m.guest@ljmu.ac.uk

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