Lecturer in Midwifery

Fixed Term for 12 months

The College of Health, Psychology and Social Care has a clear vision – to make a REAL difference to the lives of individuals, families and communities within our region. To be the University of choice for our Health and Social Care partners’ education needs across the region; and to provide an excellent student experience, delivered by highly credible and well qualified lecturers. 

As part of the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care, the School of Nursing and Midwifery is home to some of the University of Derby's most popular degrees. Across undergraduate and postgraduate level, we have a variety of courses to offer. 

About the role

As a Lecturer in Midwifery, you will play a key role in teaching and assessing the Midwifery Pre-Registration Programmes, aligned with Future Midwife standards and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). In collaboration with the programme leader and head of discipline, you will contribute to the development and delivery of an innovative and flexible curriculum. This will include creating a range of engaging learning materials across relevant subjects or modules, ensuring that the curriculum is both accessible and of high quality.

The role prioritises delivering an exceptional student experience in line with the University's strategic objectives, embedding employability and real-world learning at the core of the curriculum. You will be committed to ensuring students are well-prepared for their professional careers.

Additionally, you will actively engage in research that informs and enhances cutting-edge practice, contributing to a research-led curriculum. You will also work to maintain subject expertise and support the University’s contribution to the Research Excellence Framework (REF). This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of midwifery education while influencing industry-leading research.

About You

We are a bold, bright, and driven School of Nursing and Midwifery, supported by a small but passionate Midwifery team. We are seeking an individual who shares our enthusiasm for shaping the future of healthcare by empowering students to reach their full potential and achieve competence in line with the NMC Future Midwife standards.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications, values, and expertise:

• Registered as a Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• A Good Honours Degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience or knowledge of higher education, with the ability to use a range of delivery techniques to inspire and engage students.
• Experience of teaching learners in various settings, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in different educational environments.
• Significant experience in midwifery, enabling the development of new knowledge and understanding within the field.

Key Contacts

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Navjot Kaur Virk, Head of Discipline of Midwifery and Children's Nursing via n.virk@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

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