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The Head of School Excellence in the School of Nursing, AHPs and Midwifery at University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT, is responsible for supporting the Head of School and Deputy Head of School with the strategic and operational management of the School’s quality agenda across its education portfolio and in ensuring the School’s governance and compliance priorities are achieved, with responsibility for developing long-term strategies to transform School education delivery through a focus on continuous enhancement and innovation, and working collaboratively with the Head of Corporate Education and Quality. The post holder will have responsibility within the School for the collation and analysis of intelligence related to overseeing quality assurance functions such as accreditation, course approval, and quality enhancement across the School against education and training pathways in line with national standards and priorities set by NHS England Workforce Training and Education (NHSE WTE), Integrated Care System (ICS), Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and individual Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies (PSRBs) such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and other regulatory, audit and inspection bodies. The post-holder will ensure processes include a rigorous cycle of feedback from students and staff to constantly improve the learner experience within the School. The continuous improvement of the learner experience is central to the development of the School education portfolio to ensure delivery of sector-leading, integrated and coherent education which is responsive, learner focused and supports the School community in a creative, enabling way. This involves liaison and coordination with multiple stakeholders, informing an evaluation of the School education portfolio that is shared and communicated to the School and wider Trust via regular reports. As the Head of School Excellence, the post holder will provide authoritative expert advice and guidance to the senior School team on matters relating to quality, standards, education enhancement and the development and management of local and regional education partnerships. The role operates across all Trust sites and will be expected to travel to different locations where their role requires them to do so.

Curriculum Lead for Post Qualifying Education Full Time, Permanent Department: School of Health and Care Competitive starting salary range from £57,696 up to £61,198 (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered. REF: 1435 Our Mission Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. The School of Health and Care delivers an extensive range of undergraduate and post graduate courses for professionals working in health and social care settings including; nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, paramedic science, operating department practice, diagnostic radiography, clinical psychology and public health. We also have a large portfolio of CPD courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels including Advanced Clinical Practice, Independent prescribing and Global Healthcare Management. The Role We are currently seeking to recruit into the role of Curriculum Lead for Post Qualifying Education. The post will be responsible for leading the academic development and expansion of post qualifying education within the School of Health and Care, in response to demand from the University’s UK and international partners. The role will include oversight of the commercial contracts for CPD and post-graduate education, working with the business development and apprenticeship teams to secure new income and increase student numbers. Our Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who will join the School senior team to drive the School’s vision and ambitions for the post-qualifying curriculum area to deliver high-quality courses, promote an excellent student experience and deliver the KPI’s as set out by the University’s Corporate Strategy. The role-holder will have responsibility for working with fellow Curriculum Leads and course teams to ensure performance and growth targets are achieved within the post qualifying portfolio. In working with a range of stakeholders, the role-holder will also play an active role in enhancing the scholarly culture and deepening our engagement with professional practice, international partners, accreditation bodies and relevant connected organisations. Ideally applicants will be registered with either the NMC or HCPC The Benefits

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 38 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all. Closing date: 06/09/24 Apply link: https://cugcareers.coventry.ac.uk/job/Coventry-Curriculum-Lead-for-Post-Qualifying-Education-Cove-CV1/799795702/

Job Reference: 2133 Division, Department: PFL Salary: Competitive starting salary range from £44,965 up to £51,314 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered. Mode: Permanent, Full Time Our Mission PeoplesFuture Ltd (a sister company of Coventry University) provides a sector leading, dedicated inclusive service to Coventry University Group students supporting their successful global education experience and graduate employment outcomes. Tailoring our service to each students’ individual needs and career aspirations, we are an integral part of the student journey that starts at enrolment and continues beyond graduation. The Role As Senior Teaching Fellow in Nursing you will undertake teaching and course co-ordination while supporting the development and delivery of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs and other core activities ensuring students have an effective learning experience. Senior Teaching Fellows lead on aspects of the student learning experience including the leadership of staff teams. Duties include:

• Supporting our Post Registration master’s provision.
• Lead the curation, adaptation, design and development of module and course teaching materials including Curriculum development.
• Teaching on modules and courses at HE levels 4-7, and leading teams of teaching staff.
• Leading moderation and quality assurance of appropriate module assessment.

Qualifications Required

• Live NMC Registration in Nursing.
• Master’s degree in an appropriate subject
• A teaching qualification or extensive experience of delivering professional and/or university education.
• PhD or active membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous.

Our Successful Candidate You will have demonstrable experience of successful teaching at higher education levels 4-7 in Nursing with the development and demonstration of best practice in teaching, learning and assessment consistent with our reputation and track record as a high-quality provider of teaching and learning. An experienced team leader with good level of digital fluency, you will have experience using creating teaching materials for face to face and online teaching using a VLE. Enthusiastic and self-motivated, you will have experience in the development and enhancement of an ‘active learning’ pedagogy as appropriate to the academic subject area. The Benefits

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all. Closing Date: 11th August 2024 Apply link: https://cugcareers.coventry.ac.uk/job/Coventry-Senior-Teaching-Fellow-in-Nursing-Cove-Cv1/799681302/

The University of Worcester is a high achieving, award winning, dynamic institution set within an inclusive and engaged community. The number one University in England for gender equality, according to the last three years of the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings, with multiple accolades for teaching quality, inclusion, contribution to the community, and environmental sustainability, the University has been shortlisted as Times Higher Education University of the Year three times in recent years. One of the best Universities for health education, Worcester has created the distinctive Three Counties Medical School (TCMS), aiming to widen access to careers in healthcare and retain graduates in the local area. This is an exciting time to join the University, as the Physician Associate MSc Programme which has been successfully running for a number of years at the University, has recently moved Schools to join the new Three Counties Medical School, aligning the courses requiring GMC regulation. The Medical School opened to its first MBCHB students in September 2023. With Physician Associates about to become regulated by the General Medical Council, this is the ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in PA and Medical Education to be able to join the team, as part of Three Counties Medical School, and contribute to the design and implementation of an exciting new curriculum. The post holder will be responsible for the leadership of the Physician Associate programme and its research and scholarship output. They will work closely with the Dean of the Three Counties Medical School on the strategic direction of the programme, including: collaboration with NHS partners to seek opportunities for joint working ventures to improve recruitment, retention and quality of clinical placements, teaching and the student experience; preparation for the PA Apprenticeship; and the regulation of physicians associates with the GMC including policies and processes, quality assurance and self-assessment, and the alignment of course design, syllabus and assessments with GMC learning outcomes ensuring safe practice. The successful candidate will be a proven leader, with the ability to motivate and influence their colleagues to achieve tangible positive outcomes, as well as demonstrate an excellent awareness of the Higher Education environment. This is a permanent Principal Lecturer post on the Physician Associate Programme, with a role allocation as Head of Department, which is for an initial fixed term of 3 years. For informal inquiries please contact Jennifer Zandbeek, School Manager for the Three Counties Medical School via email at j.zandbeek@worc.ac.uk

The University of Worcester is a high achieving, award-winning, dynamic institution set within an inclusive and engaged community. The number one University in England for gender equality, according to the last three years of the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings, with multiple accolades for teaching quality, inclusion, contribution to the community, and environmental sustainability, the University has been shortlisted as Times Higher Education University of the Year three times in recent years. One of the best Universities for health education, Worcester has created the distinctive Three Counties Medical School, aiming to widen access to careers in healthcare and retain graduates in the local area, which has just welcomed its first cohort of graduate entry MBChB medical students. This is an exciting time to join the University, as the Physician Associate MSc. Programme, which has been running successfully for several years, is now part of the Three Counties Medical School, aligning the GMC regulated programmes. Based in our state-of-the-art purpose-built healthcare campus, you will be utilising innovative teaching methodologies and working as part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the educational needs of our students, alongside other healthcare academic and clinical academic staff in the Medical School and wider College of Health and Science. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer and Course Lead with the vision, commitment, academic ambition and capacity to contribute to the delivery of Physician Associate education. We are looking for a clinician from an appropriate discipline (Physician Associate, Nursing and Midwifery, Allied Health or a doctor) who has a passion for developing and teaching healthcare students both academically and, in preparing to practise, and will need to be confident in delivering the underpinning knowledge they require to graduate from our highly valued PA programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in educational scholarship to develop their educational skills with further opportunities available to help your development as an academic in Higher Education, including support in gaining a recognised teaching qualification and a CPD programme to help you achieve Fellowship of ‘Advance HE’. The post is full time, but may also be negotiated on a part time/ job share or secondment basis where appropriate, which will be discussed with the successful candidate. If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time and would relish the challenge of playing a part in the future development of the programme and Three Counties Medical School, then please apply today. What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £54,395 with opportunity to progress to £59,422
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
• Attractive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For an informal discussion, please contact Sandra Nicholson, Founding Dean Three Counties Medical School, University of Worcester via email at s.nicholson@worc.ac.uk

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding academic or practitioner to join a highly professional and motivated team to teach across our nursing programmes. The Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery has a reputation for contemporary and innovative Nursing and Midwifery provision. Our NMC approved programmes are nationally recognised for their high quality, student satisfaction, and sustained high employability of our alumni. The focus of this post is on the delivery of our pre-registration portfolio including BSc and apprenticeship provision. The post holder will be expected to teach a range of core subjects and should have a flexible approach to the subject material they teach. The post holder will, therefore, be committed to promoting academic enquiry, helping develop critical thinking in students by supporting safe, effective and evidence-based practice. By providing expert knowledge, you will lead agreed modules, assess students and supervise projects. The post holder should be able to draw upon his or her own subject knowledge to design teaching sessions that maximise the integration of theory to practice. The Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery upholds the University mission to inspire those who teach and those who learn, in an inclusive way, which reflects a collective commitment to equip students and staff with the skills, knowledge and aptitude to make a positive impact on the health of the individuals, populations and communities we serve. The post holder will therefore be provided with the opportunity to advance their professional development to meet the needs of the post and objectives of the school. What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £41,732 for Lecturers
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
• Attractive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support, including research-focussed CPD and formal teaching qualification support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For an informal discussion, please contact Robert Dudley (Head of Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery) r.dudley@worc.ac.uk

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our experienced team of food and nutrition lecturers to lead the delivery of the BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition programme. This is a full-time position leading the delivery of high-quality, inspiring, and inclusive learning opportunities for students in the field of food and nutrition. Are you experienced in the food and nutrition industry eager to elevate the learning experience for aspiring food and nutrition professionals? If so, this role is perfect for you! We are offering a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about academia, inspiring students, and actively participating in our vibrant academic community. At UCB you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including professional development kitchens, food science laboratories, a sensory evaluation room, and a pilot plant testing room, all within the food science and innovation suite. You will teach in modern, well-equipped facilities that enhance both teaching and learning experiences for you and your students. In this role, you will contribute to an innovative teaching environment that encourages creativity and the development of cutting-edge curriculum design. You will engage students with exciting learning experiences, becoming part of a collaborative and supportive team of educators dedicated to academic excellence. Sharing ideas and contributing to the growth of our academic community is key to our success. UCB are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities for continuous learning, research collaboration, and attendance at conferences to keep you at the forefront of your field. Our university is a highly respected, career-focused education and training establishment, specializing in vocational courses in both higher and further education sectors, alongside a growing portfolio of programmes. Join us and make a lasting impact on the future of food and nutrition education!

We are seeking to appoint a Course External Examiner for the BSc (Hons) Nursing, MSci Nursing and Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship courses within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The position requires that the external examiner has experience in teaching and assessing in Children’s Nursing. The appointment will commence on the 1st September 2024, and the tenure of appointment is usually for a period of four years. Please note we cannot accept applications if you have already been an External Examiner for our University in the last 5 years, or if one of our staff is already an Examiner in the same department at your home institution. Role Requirements:

• Comment on the content of the subject area particularly regarding subject benchmarks
• Examine assessment briefs, exam papers and student work to ensure academic standards and achievements of students are comparable with those in other UK higher education establishments of which the external examiner has experience
• Provide informative comment and recommendations on whether the assessment process measures student achievement rigorously and fairly against the intended outcomes of the course/s and is conducted in line with the relevant policies and regulations
• Participate in a minimum of one examination board per year and submit an annual report
• Engage in communication with the course team

Please note that external examiners are required to engage with assessment of both theory and practice elements of the course where relevant. Previous experience as an External Examiner is not necessary as the University is able to provide mentorship to the successful applicants. We are looking for External Examiners to cover the following course:

• BSc (Hons) Nursing, MSci Nursing and Registered Degree Nursing Apprenticeships.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your CV to Helen Davis-Miles, Msci Nursing Course Leader (helen.davis3@bcu.ac.uk) to express your initial interest and/or to obtain further information about the role. If your CV matches our criteria, we will ask you to make a formal application for formal consideration through our governance systems. This can take a few weeks, so you may not hear back immediately. Our standard fees for External Examiners start at £500 per academic year, rising to £700 for larger courses with multiple occurrences, or overseas provision for example. Please note that this role is not capable of sponsorship under Tier 2 of the points-based system. Closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 2nd August 2024.

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding academic or practitioner to join a highly professional and motivated team to teach across our nursing programmes. The Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery has a reputation for contemporary and innovative Nursing and Midwifery provision, including FdSc Nursing Associate, BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult and Mental Health) and MSc Advanced Clinical Practice Apprenticeships. Our NMC approved programmes are nationally recognised for their high quality, student satisfaction, and sustained high employability of our alumni. The focus of this post is on the delivery of our pre-registration portfolio, predominantly on the FdSc Nursing Associate and BSc Nursing apprenticeship provision. The successful candidate will work within a dedicated academic team with responsibility for delivering pre-registration apprenticeship courses to satisfy the requirements of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education Standards (IFATE) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The post holder will be expected to teach a range of core subjects and should have a flexible approach to the subject material they teach. The post holder will, therefore, be committed to promoting academic enquiry, helping develop critical thinking in students by supporting safe, effective and evidence-based practice. By providing expert knowledge, they will lead agreed modules, assess students and supervise projects. The post holder should be able to draw upon his or her own subject knowledge to design teaching sessions that maximise the integration of theory to practice. They will also be able to inspire and motivate apprentices, colleagues and employers and be committed to compliance with the regulatory and quality assurance processes for occupational apprenticeships through collaborative working practices from recruitment through to apprenticeship award. The Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery upholds the University mission to inspire those who teach and those who learn, in an inclusive way, which reflects a collective commitment to equip students and staff with the skills, knowledge and aptitude to make a positive impact on the health of the individuals, populations and communities we serve. The post holder will therefore be provided with the opportunity to advance their professional development to meet the needs of the post and objectives of the school. What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £54,395 for Senior Lecturers and £41,732 for Lecturers
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
• Attractive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support, including research-focussed CPD and formal teaching qualification support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Helen Holder ( Head of Department Apprenticeships and CPD, Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery) h.holder@worc.ac.uk

The School of Allied Health at the University of Worcester is seeking an experienced External Examiner for our shared modules on our BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy and BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy courses. External Examiners play a central role in the maintenance of the standards of the University’s awards and the currency of the curriculum. They perform this role through:

• the approval of assessment tasks and examination papers
• discussions with relevant academic staff
• the review of samples of student work on modules within the programmes
• the endorsement of marks to confirm that the marks are an agreed, fully moderated and externally examined set of results
• the submission of annual reports
• attendance at appropriate boards of examiners (June)
• agreement to programme modifications

Ideal applicants should possess the following:

• Current registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and be members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) or the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
• Relevant experience to maintain comparable quality standards

The appointee will normally serve for a period of four years beginning September 2024. Successful applicants will also be invited to the university’s External Examiner induction day, date to be confirmed. Applications for the post should be made by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and appropriate covering letter and sent to Sam Targett, Course Lead for BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at: s.targett@worc.ac.uk