We are seeking a new External Examiner for the full-time, 3-year, pre-registration BSc (Hons) Midwifery programme, who will be responsible for contributing to the quality assurance of the programme.
The role will involve being an external examiner across a range of Level 4, 5 and 6 undergraduate modules and level 7 postgraduate modules.
You will be involved in the approval of assessment tasks, moderation of student work, completion of an annual report and will be invited to attend a minimum of one Module Assessment Board per year. You may be asked to provide comments on proposed modifications and the development of new modules/new programme.
Applicants should hold an appropriate NMC Midwifery Professional Registration and academic qualifications. It is preferable to have previous experience of external examining although support and guidance can be provided for those new to this role. The University of Chester offers extensive support for external examiners and holds annual workshops. Further support is also provided by the Programme Lead Fran Clipperton at f.clipperton@chester.ac.uk
If you are interested in applying, please send your curriculum vitae (max 4 pages) covering the points below to the Lead Midwife for Education Dr Taniya Roberts at t.roberts@chester.ac.uk
- 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 (e.g., External Examiner training with Advance HE).
- Teaching experience and responsibilities within the past 5 years, e.g., subject/modules taught, midwifery module lecturer role.
- Quality assurance experience within the past 5 years.
Full course details and documentation will be provided to the appointee on appointment. The appointment will take effect from 1st September 2024 and will be for a 4-year term until 1st October 2028.