Senior Lecturer/Programme Lead Specialist Community Practitioner District Nursing Apprenticeship

About the University of Sunderland 

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.

The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas. 

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Lead / Senior Lecturer to join our District Nursing Apprenticeship team on a 12-month fixed term or secondment (subject to your employers agreement), full time basis, though there may be the opportunity for a part-time job share. This post is to cover maternity leave for the current postholder.

The purpose of the role is to teach clinical and theoretical nursing skills in a range of settings and to facilitate the integration of students’ clinical practice with their academic studies. To enhance the reputation of the Sunderland School of Nursing as a centre of excellence by engaging with teaching, reach-out and research programmes in nursing and health related topics. 

The role will also require the post holder to support other nursing programmes including pre-registration nursing and CPD provision and to enhance the reputation of the Sunderland School of Nursing as a centre of excellence by engaging with teaching, reach-out and research programmes in nursing and health related topics.

What you can bring 

We are looking for individuals with a current NMC registration and a Specialist award in District Nursing (Minimum BSc) and an NMC recordable teaching qualification or equivalent. You will have experience of current trends in teaching and learning in the field of District Nursing and relevant experience of working with NMC approved programmes.

For a Senior Lecturer we would be looking for individuals with a Postgraduate Qualification in a relevant subject and experience of current trends in teaching and learning in advanced clinical skills with significant relevant experience of working with students.

What we can offer you 

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays. Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future. Access to our “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform”, where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate. Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities. 

Equality, diversity & inclusion 

We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.

Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.

Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 30th March (23.59 GMT)

Interviews are likely to take place on Tuesday 8th or Wednesday 9th April

For informal enquiries, please contact Catherine Lee-Cowan - Catherine.Lee-Cowan@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 30 Mar 2025

Team: Academic

Salary: £45,860 to £56,923