Senior Lecturer in Midwifery

Opening Date:
1 Jun 2023
Closing Date:
18 Jun 2023
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A bit about the School of Health & Society

The School of Health and Society at the University of Salford is one of the most innovative and respected schools in the UK, and we want you to join our team and make a difference to the work we do. With over 400 staff and 7000 students studying at all levels from foundation degree to PhD we are close community focused on making a real difference to the lives of those who need health or social care. We have recently been at the forefront of the North West response to COVID-19 proving training and resources and our students have been working in front line social work, allied health care, nursing and midwifery.

We want you to join our team and work with us creating the professionals of the future, we successfully train and develop students for careers in the modern world and our students regularly gain employment in their specialty on graduation. We are home to a £2 million simulation centre, a counselling and well-being clinic; a podiatry and sports rehabilitation service and are proud to have the Institute of dementia and the UK’s first doctoral training school in podiatry in our school

The School of Health and Society is actively recruiting a Senior Lecturer in Midwifery who will help shape its future direction. You will develop and deliver high quality teaching materials in the pre-registration and post registration programmes but will also have the opportunity to contribute across the spectrum of academic work in the School. You will provide leadership within a committed team of academics to provide the highest possible student experience, ensuring that the competencies of the students are developed and enhanced. Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a midwife is required, a post graduate qualification and a Doctorate in a health-related field or working towards the same.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme.

Generous annual leave- plus the ability to buy holiday days

Flexible, agile and hybrid working- we support a culture of both flexible and agile working to help manage the demands of work with personal life subject to business requirements

Professional development- a comprehensive package of personal development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Wellbeing support- dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships.

Greater Manchester – Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools, and colleagues, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyle choices

This is a fantastic opportunity that would suit candidates from a midwifery background and experienced in teaching, practice development, research, and education to Post Graduate level. If you have the attributes required to join us click apply now to submit your application. Interviews are expected to be held w/c 03/07/2023.

For further information on this post please contact Lisa Bacon Head of Midwifery at L.bacon1@salford.ac.uk

What’s in it for you? – the benefits

  • Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme
  • Generous annual leave – plus the option to buy additional holiday days
  • Flexible working – we support a culture of both flexible and agile working