Jobs: North West

The School of Nursing in the Faculty of Health and Care at the University of Central Lancashire is seeking to appoint external examiners for the following programmes:

• BSc/MSc Registered nurse (RN) (Adult x 1)

The successful applicants must be registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and have relevant experience of teaching on a pre-registration programme. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced academic staff. Induction material is provided to support new and existing applicants. If you are new to external examining, you will be able to access a robust support system to support EE reports and attendance at the course assessment boards. The External Examiner will be expected to review planned assessments, sample of assessment completed by students, write a required reports as part of the role, and attend the progression board. All appointments are subject to the candidate meeting the University’s criteria for appointment. The appointment will be with immediate effect and will be for a period of four years. For further information and/or to apply for one of these exciting roles, please send your Curriculum Vitae to David Stein DStein2@uclan.ac.uk and Elizabeth Chacko EChacko@uclan.ac.uk Alternatively, you can contact the School of Nursing & Midwifery SONMOffice@uclan.ac.uk

The RCN Foundation Chair in Adult Social Care Nursing hosted by the University of Salford With the adult social care sector facing funding challenges, staffing shortages and an aging population, the need for a renewed focus on nurse-led social care provision has never been more important. The RCN Foundation is working in partnership with the University of Salford to fund and appoint the inaugural RCN Foundation Chair in Adult Social Care Nursing. The role will take a strategic lead in shaping teaching and research in adult social care at a local, national, and international level. This is a five-year programme, and the Chair will be responsible for developing research collaborations with academic institutions and key stakeholders to expand and promote nurse-led research with a focus on adult social care nursing. The aim of the role is to translate research into clinical practice in order to improve care and develop the next generation of nurses in adult social care. The role will work across the UK, and it will work closely with the Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care in England, Professor Deborah Sturdy CBE. This is a permanent position and following the 5 year programme, the role will transition to a research/leadership role in the Directorate of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Salford. Interviews will take place on 8th February 2024. The School of Health & Society With over 8,000 students from across the world, we are the largest provider of nursing and midwifery bachelor’s degrees and second largest provider of allied and public health programmes in the north-west. We offer programmes across a range of subject areas including counselling, nursing and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport. Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes. Our award-winning facilities give students real-world experience and we have plans to further develop our estate to build on this success. We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally. By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. Like us, you will be passionate and committed and will be part of our ambitious journey, to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future. What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional holiday days
• Sustainable Salford - We embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038
• Greater Manchester - Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges.
• Team Salford - However you identify, whatever your journey, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong!
• At the University of Salford, you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect, and thrive.

The School of Nursing and Advanced Practice, is currently looking to appoint an external panel members for an NMC major modification event on the 17th January 2024. The modifications relate to the following programmes:

• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult/Child/mental Health)
• BSc (Hons) Nursing Apprenticeships (Adult/Child/mental Health)
• BSc (Hons) Nursing Top up
• BSc (Hons) Nursing Top up
• MSc Nursing (Adult/Child/mental Health)

Expressions of interest and a current CV are invited via email. Interested parties must not have studied at Liverpool John Moores University or had any connection or conflict of interest with the institution within the last 5 years.They should hold a relevant NMC qualification, along with appropriate academic examining experience. If you would like further information or an informal discussion, please contact; Dr Paula Keating School of Nursing and Advanced Practice Liverpool John Moores University Email: P.Keating@ljmu.ac.uk

The School of Public and Allied Health is seeking to appoint an External Examiner for the 120 credit Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma Specialist Practitioner Community Children's Nursing Programme. The post holder will be the Lead Examiner for the programme. Please note.

• The module Paediatric Clinical Examination and Minor Illness is part of this programme and is also a CPD this will be included in the programme examiner’s remit.
• The module Independent, Supplementary and Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) also part of this programme will not be included in the programme examiner’s remit.

The External Examiner will be responsible for contributing to the quality assurance of this programme. You will be involved in the approval of assessment tasks, moderation of student work, completion of an annual report and may be invited to attend examination boards. You may be asked to provide comments on proposed modifications and the development of new modules or programmes. Suitable candidates will:

• Have experience in teaching at a UK HE institution.
• Have a good understanding of quality assurance processes in HE.
• Hold appropriate NMC professional registration, the Specialist Practitioner in Community Children’s Nursing qualification (SCPCCN) and academic qualifications.
• Have previous experience of external examining although support and guidance can be provided for those new to this role.
• Be resident and have the right to work in the UK.

Full course details and documentation will be provided to the appointee on appointment. The appointment will take effect from 1 October 2024 and will usually be for a 4-year term until 30 September 2028. If you are interested in applying or would like to request further information, please send a CV (max 4 pages) covering the points below to Caroline Boyle C.M.Boyle@ljmu.ac.uk for consideration by the School and LJMU External Examiner Panel.

• Your contact details – postal address, telephone, email address for correspondence.
• Present post and employment history.
• Qualifications and professional memberships.
• External examiner experience within the past 5 years, including participation in recognised development programme/training.
• Teaching experience and responsibilities within the past 5 years, e.g., subject/modules taught, module tutor role.

The University of Bolton is looking for a dedicated individual to undertake the role of External Examiner for our MSc Pre-registration Physiotherapy Programme. External Examiners are central in maintaining university standards and the currency of the curriculum. The successful candidate will be required to:

• Confirm the comparability of standards of student performance at the University of Bolton with those of similar modules at other UK Institutions of Higher Education
• Confirm that the assessment process in its entirety is sound, and has been fairly conducted with full regard to justice to students
• Report and advise on the above by means of approving all assessments and examination papers and providing an annual report to the University
• Attend relevant Assessment and Award Boards
• Contribute to programme modifications including current Periodic Review and Revaluation processes.

Successful candidates should have appropriate expertise and experience to be able to undertake a role in the assurance of academic standards in Higher Education. Knowledge of Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework. Previous experience of moderating academic work at HE7 level in the context of ACP and pillars of Advanced practice would be advantageous in undertaking the role. For further information and please send expressions of interest and accompanying CV to Carole.Farrell@bolton.ac.uk Your CV should contain the following information:

• Current and recent employment history
• HE and Professional Qualifications
• Professional Registration
• Current and previous external examiner engagements
• Experience of course/module leader roles
• Teaching experience
• Research and related Scholarly/ Professional Activity/ Consultancy

The appointment is anticipated to take place from January 2024 and is typically for a period of four years. Closing date: Friday the 8th of December 2023, 17:00, however this may close sooner if the position is filled.

The University of Bolton is looking for a dedicated individual to undertake the role of External Examiner for our MSc Advanced Clinical Practice Programmes (apprenticeship and non-apprenticeship routes). External Examiners are central in maintaining university standards and the currency of the curriculum. The successful candidate will be required to:

• Confirm the comparability of standards of student performance at the University of Bolton with those of similar modules at other UK Institutions of Higher Education
• Confirm that the assessment process in its entirety is sound, and has been fairly conducted with full regard to justice to students
• Report and advise on the above by means of approving all assessments and examination papers and providing an annual report to the University
• Attend relevant Assessment and Award Boards
• Contribute to programme modifications including current Periodic Review and Revaluation processes.

Successful candidates should have appropriate expertise and experience to be able to undertake a role in the assurance of academic standards in Higher Education. Knowledge of Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework. Previous experience of moderating academic work at HE7 level in the context of ACP and pillars of Advanced practice would be advantageous in undertaking the role. For further information and please send expressions of interest and accompanying CV to C.Farrell2@bolton.ac.uk Your CV should contain the following information:

• Current and recent employment history
• HE and Professional Qualifications
• Professional Registration
• Current and previous external examiner engagements
• Experience of course/module leader roles
• Teaching experience
• Research and related Scholarly/ Professional Activity/ Consultancy

The appointment is anticipated to take place from January 2024 and is typically for a period of four years.

The University of Liverpool, School of Health Sciences, is seeking to appoint an external examiner for the BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology Programme. The successful applicant would be appointed with effect from December 2023 for a term of four years, and would be joining an established and supportive team. External examiners are required to attend Module Assessment Boards and to complete an annual report. If you would like to discuss specific information relating to the programme, please contact Bev Ball, Professional Lead for the programme b.ball@liverpool.ac.uk All appointments are subject to meeting the University’s criteria for the appointment of external examiners. Interested individuals should send their CV, to: Bev Ball Professional Lead for Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology, School of Health Sciences, University of Liverpool b.ball@liverpool.ac.uk

Vacancy Ref: NMA230525 Programme(s): BSc Adult Nursing/RNDA/MSci/PGDip Closing date: 31st December 2023 Edge Hill University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery is seeking to appoint an NMC registered External Examiner for our BSc/MSc Adult Nursing/RNDA/MSci/PGDip programmes, with effect from 1st March 2024. You must have an understanding of the NMC standards for pre-registration nursing, have at least 2 years experience in a HEI setting and hold a master's degree. Knowledge or experience of Year of Study programmes would be advantageous but not essential. External Examiners are typically placed on the Edge Hill University External Examiners Register for a period of four years. Principle duties normally include:

• Visit the University when possible and moderate assessed coursework and examination scripts, attend Module Assessment Boards and Award Boards and produce an Annual Report (attendance can be online where applicable)
• Review and approve examination papers that contribute to a student’s final award, and any other assessment material as agreed
• External Examiners are also invited to engage with students in practice
• He/she will have excellent underpinning knowledge of the NMC pre-registration requirements for nursing (NMC)
• The appointed External Examiner will be required to work collaboratively with other External Examiners to provide the above support for the programme quality standards.

If you would like to discuss specific information relating to the programme, please contact: Associate Head of Adult Nursing and Primary Care: Catherine Croughan - catherine.croughan@edgehill.ac.uk External examiners are paid an annual fee of approximately £587.91 based on time allocations plus reimbursement of expenses, as appropriate. Total fees may vary slightly dependent on the size of the provision covered by an External Examiner. The production and submission of the annual report is paid at a higher rate of £200 for the full 7.5 hours work. All fees are claimed through the claim form/online system when work is completed throughout the academic year, please liaise with the Academic Quality Officer to ensure you are set up on the system. Admission to the University’s External Examiners Register is on the basis of satisfactory completion of the University’s Committee and Personnel approval processes, including Right to Work and Reciprocity Checks. Prospective External Examiners are encouraged to send an expression of interest and CV to AskNursingMidwifery@edgehill.ac.uk citing the programme title and/or vacancy reference. Your data will be held and not processed for any purpose other than that for which it has been obtained, in accordance with current Data Protection Legislation until this recruitment process has concluded. Should you be unsuccessful in your application your data will be destroyed securely. For more information, our Privacy Notice is available at https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/externalexaminers/.