Head of Nursing

University of Cumbria; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Carlisle is seeking a strategic Head of Nursing to lead its nursing programmes. The candidate will be responsible for providing direction, enhancing academic standards, and fostering collaboration within the health sector. This 6-month interim role requires a strong background in nursing education and leadership. Informal enquiries can be directed to the Director of Health and Wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing education and research.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Collaboration with health sector partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead four nursing programmes within the Health and Wellbeing Directorate.
• Provide strategic direction and inspire excellence in teaching.
• Drive innovation in curriculum development.

Job description

Head of Nursing

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• Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University.

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

Now is a very exciting time to be working with us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Head of Nursing to lead the four nursing programmes within the Health and Wellbeing Directorate, on an interim 6-month secondment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic leader with a strong professional background in nursing education, research, and practice. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, inspire excellence in teaching and academic standards, and drive innovation in curriculum development and delivery. Working collaboratively across the University and with key partners in the health sector, the Head of Nursing will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education and research for Nurses and Nursing Associates at the University of Cumbria.

Informal Enquiries: Dr Fiona Chatten, Director of Health and Wellbeing: [e-mail]

Further details: Job Description.