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The School of Life and Health Sciences is seeking to appoint an external examiner for our BSc Adult Nursing and MSci Adult and Mental Health Nursing (Dual Registration) programmes. Appointment will be from September 2024 for an initial four year period. Examiners play a central role in the maintenance of the standards of the University’s awards and the currency of the curriculum. The successful applicant will be asked to:

• Review assessment briefs and exams
• Review samples of student work and practice assessment documents (ePAD)
• Meet with students and practice partners
• Attend examination boards
• Submit an annual report
• External examiners may also be asked to review RPL applications, provide comments on proposed modifications and the development of new modules within their area of expertise.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of delivering pre-registration nursing programmes
• Current NMC registration on the appropriate part of the register

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience as an external examiner

To apply for this post please email a copy of your CV or for further information contact jane.hopping@roehampton.ac.uk

This permanent post is ideal for someone who is keen to develop their policy skills as well as build external affairs and communications experience. The role provides opportunity to join a small agile team at the Council of Deans of Health, the representative body for the UK’s university faculties engaged in education and research for nursing, midwifery and the allied health professions. We are looking for someone with a broad skill set including experience in developing policy, strong interpersonal skills, good organisation, and clear written communication. The successful candidate will be able to balance varied tasks and provide support to colleagues in the Council of Deans of Health team. Main responsibilities:

• Support the development of Council policy with a particular focus on equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Monitor, analyse and evaluate policy developments, producing briefings, position papers and consultation responses.
• Liaise with members on both a formal and informal basis to develop and test policy priorities and positions.
• Represent the Council of Deans of Health to external stakeholders, building effective working relationships with a range of organisations.
• Contribute to the effective external communication of the Council’s policy work, including working with the Council’s communications lead to draft press releases and political positions.
• Help facilitate the meetings of nation, regional and strategic policy groups online and offline including travel across the UK.
• Contribute to other areas of the Council’s work as appropriate including project coordination and cross-team working.
• Undertake any other such duties or general tasks and hours of work as may reasonably be required.

The Council has an office in Woburn House, central London although all staff are currently working in a mixed home/office working model. The postholder should therefore be able to attend the office as required. The salary for this post is £30,305 - £36,575 depending on experience. The Council offers a 10% pension contribution, flexible approaches to working, travelling opportunities and continued development. The Council is committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive and welcoming for everyone. Applications in the form of a CV and cover letter should be sent to admin@cod-health.ac.uk by 5pm on Monday 6 May 2024. Interviews will be held on Monday 13th May at our office in central London. A job description and person specification can be found here.

About Us The University of East London is committed to advancing Industry focussed careers and lives, where we expand mental wealth, create careers, build business, and connect communities in East London and beyond through our global gateway. A transformational strategic route-map was launched plotting our course to become the pioneering Careers-led university for a changing world, where the future of learning and work is advanced today and potential is realised wherever and whenever it is found. About the Job Following on from the growth of UEL healthcare courses, we are now expanding our provision in advanced healthcare courses. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Clinical Education to take a leadership of MSc Physician Associate program and lead this through new GMC regulation. The appointment will be made either at Senior Lecturer or at Associate Professor grade, based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post with a potential allowance for the clinical practice to remain on the professional register as per PSRB requirements. This is a very exciting time to join an enthusiastic team of academics and get involved in delivery of healthcare education at the University of East London benefitting from its cutting-edge Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub housing state-of-the-art clinical simulation suite. At UEL, we work with several external partners who offer and support practice placements in advanced clinical practice. The healthcare programmes at University of East London thrive on the supportive partnership relationship with practice partners across the communities of East London and serves to support the health and social care needs of the local population. We invite applications from enthusiastic candidates who are qualified professionals with an appropriate postgraduate qualification/or experience in advanced clinical practice. Candidates must be a registered professional from either: physician associates, nursing, allied health, pharmacy, or medicine and have current professional registration with relevant UK body, with clinical or teaching experience in non-medical prescribing. In addition, candidates should have experience of working in higher education or teaching in clinical practice. We welcome candidates with a strong passion for student-focused teaching, and a clear understanding and respect for the unique needs of the widening participation cohorts of students. The successful applicant will also have excellent knowledge of the professional and academic requirements of new GMC curriculum and will be responsible to contribute to the development of advanced healthcare teaching at the university. The school is based at the Stratford Campus within easy walking distance of the Olympic Park, vibrant Westfield shopping centre and developing East London cultural quarter and has extensive and easy transport links such as the Elizabeth line, a short walk from the train/tube stations. Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. To apply: https://jobs.uel.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=0828-24-A-R

About Us The University of East London is committed to advancing Industry focussed careers and lives, where we expand mental wealth, create careers, build business, and connect communities in East London and beyond through our global gateway. A transformational strategic route-map was launched plotting our course to become the pioneering Careers-led university for a changing world, where the future of learning and work is advanced today and potential is realised wherever and whenever it is found. About the Job Following on from the growth of UEL healthcare courses, we are now expanding our provision in advanced healthcare courses. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Clinical Education to take a leadership of MSc Physician Associate program and lead this through new GMC regulation. The appointment will be made either at Senior Lecturer or at Associate Professor grade, based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post with a potential allowance for the clinical practice to remain on the professional register as per PSRB requirements. This is a very exciting time to join an enthusiastic team of academics and get involved in delivery of healthcare education at the University of East London benefitting from its cutting-edge Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub housing state-of-the-art clinical simulation suite. At UEL, we work with several external partners who offer and support practice placements in advanced clinical practice. The healthcare programmes at University of East London thrive on the supportive partnership relationship with practice partners across the communities of East London and serves to support the health and social care needs of the local population. About You We invite applications from enthusiastic candidates who are qualified professionals with an appropriate postgraduate qualification/or experience in advanced clinical practice. Candidates must be a registered professional from either: physician associates, nursing, allied health, pharmacy, or medicine and have current professional registration with relevant UK body, with clinical or teaching experience in non-medical prescribing. In addition, candidates should have experience of working in higher education or teaching in clinical practice. We welcome candidates with a strong passion for student-focused teaching, and a clear understanding and respect for the unique needs of the widening participation cohorts of students. The successful applicant will also have excellent knowledge of the professional and academic requirements of new GMC curriculum and will be responsible to contribute to the development of advanced healthcare teaching at the university. The school is based at the Stratford Campus within easy walking distance of the Olympic Park, vibrant Westfield shopping centre and developing East London cultural quarter and has extensive and easy transport links such as the Elizabeth line, a short walk from the train/tube stations. Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. To apply: https://jobs.uel.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=0953-24-PS

The post will commence from September 2024 and will be based on an initial four-year term. The focus of the role of EE will be to scrutinise and examine a variety of modules within the BSc Children’s Nursing Programme. External examiner responsibilities include moderation of assessments, completion of an annual monitoring report and attendance at subject panels where student marks are ratified. A schedule of subject panels per academic session will be made available. Experienced and new external examiners will be considered provided the applicant has the relevant professional qualification(s) and experience. Relevant professional experience in the fields of adult nursing and mental health nursing and a valid teaching qualification are essential requirements for this post. Furthermore, subject to right to work in the UK. Full details of the programmes and modules will be provided to appointees and an induction will be provided by the University following appointment. Further information about City, University of London policy for external examiners is available at: https://www.city.ac.uk/about/governance/policies/external-examinations If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to esther.readshaw@city.ac.uk I would be grateful if you could pass this request to any of your colleagues who may be interested in undertaking this role.

School of Health and Psychological Sciences (City, University of London) is looking to recruit an External Examiner for the successful running of the MRes Clinical Research The post will commence from September 2024 and will be based on an initial four-year term. The focus of the role of EE will be to scrutinise and examine a variety of modules within the MRes Clinical Research. External examiner responsibilities include moderation of assessments, completion of an annual monitoring report and attendance at subject panels where student marks are ratified. A schedule of subject panels per academic session will be made available. Experienced and new external examiners will be considered provided the applicant has the relevant professional qualification(s) and experience. Relevant professional experience in the fields of adult nursing and mental health nursing and a valid teaching qualification are essential requirements for this post. Furthermore, subject to right to work in the UK. Full details of the programmes and modules will be provided to appointees and an induction will be provided by the University following appointment. Further information about City, University of London policy for external examiners is available at: https://www.city.ac.uk/about/governance/policies/external-examinations If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to Dr Eleni Mantzari at eleni.mantzari-hansche@city.ac.uk I would be grateful if you could pass this request to any of your colleagues who may be interested in undertaking this role.

The Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King’s College London, is seeking to appoint external examiners to our Faculty Assessment Boards and we welcome expressions of interest from senior academics committed to developing quality teaching, learning and assessment. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from those who have expertise in the following areas: MSc Surgical Care BSc Child Nursing with expertise in neonatal care BSc Midwifery King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. We are dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. We offer cutting edge postgraduate research, postgraduate taught and undergraduate education programmes. Our pre-registration nursing and midwifery programmes include placements in world-leading health care services. Our postgraduate and interdisciplinary programmes are informed by our excellent research. On our programmes, students are taught and inspired by the leaders of today and tomorrow. The role of the External Examiner is to assure the quality of awards with respect to national standards. Key duties include: • Advising Boards of Examiners on the content and standards of assessments • Moderating samples of exam scripts and other assessed materials • Attending Boards of Examiners to approve awards and degree classifications • Advising on academic misconduct and appeal cases • Submitting an annual report To express an interest, please send a copy of your curriculum vitae (including NMC PIN and revalidation date, where applicable) and a covering letter to the email address below: Dr Andy Williamson Quality Assurance Manager Email: andy.williamson@kcl.ac.uk