We’re the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and crafting a balanced, inclusive, and green future.
But we can’t achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.
Central to the ethos of the university is a commitment to advancing Industry / health focussed careers and lives, expanding mental wealth, creating careers, building business and connecting communities in East London and beyond through our global gateway.
Vison 2028 is a transformational strategic route-map which plots our course to become the pioneering Careers-led university for a changing world, where the future of learning and work is advanced today and potential is realised wherever and whenever it is found.
About Us
The school is based at the Stratford Campus within easy walking distance of the Olympic Park, vibrant Westfield shopping centre and developing East London cultural quarter and has extensive and easy transport links. Recent development of the Stratford campus which includes the Hospital and Primary Care Hub has resulted in the university realising its ambitions to have a comprehensive health campus at Stratford which offers the latest technology to support the learning of all health students. Further expansion of these facilities is planned for 2024/25.
At UEL the Department of Nursing & Midwifery, which sits in the School of Health, Sport & Bioscience has grown significantly over recent years. Current pre-registration courses include Nursing Associate, Adult Nursing and Midwifery (new for Sept 2023) for both self-funding and apprenticeship learners. Future plans include the approval of additional fields of nursing which will facilitate the development of a diverse community of health students learning together.
About You
The successful applicant will join an ambitious department and an enthusiastic academic team who have a strong passion for student-focused teaching, and a clear understanding and respect for the unique needs of widening participation cohorts of students.
About the job
The Subject Area Lead is a pivotal senior role in the department and as a result we are seeking to appoint an experienced senior academic, who holds current registration with the NMC and has a doctorate or credible research / publication record or relevant professional experience, evidence of teaching excellence, working collaboratively with health care partners and some experience of leading / managing people are essential – Associate Professor status is desirable.
Benefits Package
Here are UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.
For further information please contact: Teresa McMahon, Head of Department for Nursing & Midwifery (email: t.mcmahon@uel.ac.uk).