Lecturer in Midwifery

Job title:

Lecturer in Midwifery

Company

York St John University

Job description

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.The SchoolThe post holders will sit within the School of Science Technology and Health, which hosts a number of well-established Nursing and Allied Health pre-registration programmes both at undergraduate and accelerated Masters levels.The School is committed to growing our healthcare related provision and Midwifery is one of a number of new programme areas currently under development to enhance the portfolio further.Our excellent teaching and learning, and welcoming and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience.The RoleWe are seeking 2 enthusiastic and inspiring midwifes to join us and be responsible for facilitating teaching, learning, and assessment across the midwifery program.The ability to supervise dissertations at BSc level is also expected. The successful candidate will be expected either to be research active in their subject specialism or have an interest in becoming research active as part of their development.Required Skills and ExperienceYou must be registered with the NMC as a midwife, with up-to-date professional registration and have evidence of current professional development activity.You must hold a Masters degree (or be prepared to undertake one), and have current expertise in contemporary midwifery practice, policy and professional standards as well as the theories and concepts that underpin midwifery practice and education.Clinical experience and qualifications in Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE), Professional Midwifery Advocacy (PMA) and Addition care/complexities in the newborn, woman/birthing person are desirable.Further InformationPlease contact Rebecca Beggan for informal candidate queriesThe selection process will include a 45 minute interview and a 10 minute presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria being fulfilled. For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK ( ).We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.Application process supportWe are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached which provides advice about completing the application process.If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needsPlease note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.Our benefits packageWe offer a wide range of employee benefits including –– Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period– Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)– Pension scheme– Health Cash Plan after six months service– Employee Assistance Programme– Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists– On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software– Relocation expenses package for certain roles– Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and for additional costs (if applicable to the role)Further information about life at YSJOur provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.

Expected salary

£39355 – 48149 per year

Location

York

Job date

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 22:56:52 GMT

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