About the job
Interview date: 25 July 2024
The Faculty of Health, Education and Society at the University of Northampton is looking to appoint an experienced and inspirational academic leader to become Head of Subject for Nursing. The subject area includes undergraduate programmes in all four fields of nursing; Mental Health, Learning Disability, Children and Young People’s and Adult and as well as post-registration provision including Advanced Clinical Practice, Return to Practice and Specialist Community Public Health Nurse and a range of Continuing Professional Development courses. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Faculty Executive Leadership Team leading the subject area with responsibilities for the academic portfolio, a delegated budget, student recruitment and experience, staff development and liaison with relevant external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies.
With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy. We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another and this role has an expectation of at least three days a week on campus.
This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.
About you
You will be educated to at least Master’s degree level in an area relevant to the subject and hold registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You will also have a broad experience in the leadership and management of teams with the ability to shape the academic portfolio whilst working with others to enhance the staff and student experience. You will also have experience of working with delegated budgets and line management. Excellent communication skills are essential as to is the ability to work under pressure, prioritising when required to meet deadlines.
About you
You will be educated to at least Master’s degree level in an area relevant to the subject and hold registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You will also have a broad experience in the leadership and management of teams with the ability to shape the academic portfolio whilst working with others to enhance the staff and student experience. You will also have experience of working with delegated budgets and line management. Excellent communication skills are essential as to is the ability to work under pressure, prioritising when required to meet deadlines.
Qualifications
Essential;
- Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experience as an NMC registered Nurse
- Nursing and Midwifery Council registered Nurse
Desirable;
A Doctoral qualification related to the Subject Area
Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D3) and teaching qualification recognised by HESA
Right To Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Equality
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.