Lecturer (Education) in Nursing (Community Health)

Job responsibilities

Main accountabilities:

To contribute to a positive student experience through the design and delivery of high-quality research-informed teaching, student support and administration by:

Engaging the interest and enthusiasm of students, inspiring them to learn

Developing innovative teaching, learning and assessment methods that are informed by sector best practice and pedagogic scholarship, bringing new insights to the College

Providing effective student support and guidance

Taking responsibility for specific administrative duties such as admissions, examinations, assessments

Key duties and responsibilities:

This job description indicates the expectations and responsibilities of staff at this level. This does not mean that staff will be expected to do all the listed activities all of the time, nor does it guarantee that they will be given the opportunity to do all of these activities, although it does mean that the University can expect and require a member of staff at this level to undertake these activities when requested, with reasonable notification and support. Similarly, the job description is not exhaustive and a post holder may be required to undertake duties of a similar level and responsibility.

Teaching Practice

Take appropriate responsibility for the design and effective delivery of teaching across a range of modules at UG and PG level, working with the team to ensure coherence of the programme

Develop appropriate methods and resources for teaching and learning support in relation to lectures, tutorials, practicals and seminars, including on-line and distance learning and placement preparation

Design and develop teaching resources, including practical work, that support defined learning objectives, foster debate, critical discourse, and develop the ability of students to engage in reasoned arguments and rational thinking

Lead on developing a blended learning approach appropriate to the discipline, and the use of Brunels VLE

Set and mark course work and examinations; select appropriate assessment instruments and criteria and provide constructive and comprehensive feedback to students

Supervise student projects and placements

Identify areas where current provision is in need of revision or improvement

Ensure that module design and delivery comply with the quality standards and Department/College/University regulations

Student and Staff Support

Provide pastoral care to students, adopting an approachable and accessible attitude and offering regular personal contact

Monitor student progress, providing support, including advice on study skills, as required

Visit students during their placement

Deal with student discipline, suitability matters, complaints and appeals as required

Act as a responsible team member, leading where agreed, and develop productive working relationships with other members of staff

Cooperate with colleagues in the continuous review and development of the programme, including use of the VLE

Manage the work of others when requested to do so

Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development

Administration and Management

Manage all administrative and student related matters in relation to own modules, including co-ordinating the work of others

Take responsibility for specific administrative duties such as admissions, examinations, assessments, personal tutoring

Attend and contribute to departmental, College and University meetings as required

Take an active role in student recruitment activities

Communication

Communicate complex and conceptual ideas in an accessible format

Disseminate good practice within subject area, department and College

Participate in and develop external networks, for example to contribute to student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work, generate income, obtain consultancy projects or build relationships for future activities

Scholarship

Engage in scholarship as required to support teaching activities

Extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship to teaching and appropriate external activities

Contribute to competitive proposals for funding of education enhancement projects

External Engagement

Participate in appropriate learning and teaching events internally and externally

Attend local/regional discipline meetings where attendance is beneficial to your role at the University

Professional Development

Expected to achieve Fellow of the HEA within 2 years of appointment

Undertake and evidence continuous professional development (CPD) relevant to discipline and subject area, complying with professional standards board requirements for CPD

Brunel Values

Open

We are welcoming and believe in the power of diversity. We are transparent in our decisions and deliver on what we say.

Courageous

We seek and take on ambitious challenges. We are brave and committed to thinking differently. Nothing stops us from going after our goals.

Inventive

We are purposeful in an ever-changing world, collaborating and innovating to reach our full potential and to change lives - and the world - for the better. We celebrate breakthroughs and strive for the best.

University Employment Policy:

1. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post.

2. Adhere to and comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act in accordance with University policies.

3. Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with the rules and regulations encompassing equal opportunities to help foster a diverse workforce.

4. Adhere, comply and work in accordance with University and Departmental policies, procedures and codes of conduct.

5. Promote the Universitys Environmental Policy and demonstrate commitment to it through actions and decision making.

6. Actively participate in on-going professional development activities as requested

Qualifications

Essential

• First degree or equivalent in relevant subject area
• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council on Part 3 of the Register (Specialist Practice Qualification Community Nursing)
• V150 or 300 prescribing qualification

Desirable

• PhD or appropriate professional qualification in relevant discipline

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Appropriate breadth and depth of specialist knowledge in the relevant discipline, and of teaching methods and techniques to develop teaching programmes and learning support
• Understanding of research-informed, evidence-led/practice-based teaching and its implementation in teaching and learning practice
• Good understanding of current practice and developments in own discipline
• Knowledge of issues affecting HE sector
• Able to work as part of a team and independently as required
• Able to coordinate and prioritise a range of activities effectively
• Presentation skills of an appropriate standard to be able to address large audiences clearly and effectively
• Able to provide clear and constructive feedback, advice and support to students
• Able to design and develop teaching resources, including for online delivery
• Able to contribute to new programme developments and new teaching approaches in Dept/College

Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching in the subject area to UG and PG students or equivalent experience of training at this level in the workplace
• Experience of supervising UG and PGT students in line with own discipline or equivalent experience of training at this level in the workplace
• Experience of carrying out administrative duties linked to teaching or workplace training

Desirable

• Experience of a range of teaching methods or of providing a range of workplace training

Additional Attributes

Essential

• Professional approach to work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).