Senior Lecturer: Neonatal Health and Midwifery

University of Bedfordshire; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Bedfordshire is seeking an experienced neonatal nurse to lead short courses and assist in midwifery education. Join a supportive team focused on innovative teaching and collaboration with local healthcare partners. Enjoy a range of employee benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous pension

Annual leave

Free fitness classes

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in neonatal care and education.
• Ability to lead and assist in course delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead neonatal short courses and assist with midwifery teaching.
• Collaborate with local practice partners for student support.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

NMC-approved courses

Job description

Location: Bedfordshire (no fixed location)

We are currently seeking an experienced neonatal nurse to lead our special care and high dependency care of the newborn short courses and assist with neonatal educational delivery on our midwifery courses.

We are looking for experienced, inspirational lecturers or clinicians, able to take responsibility for leading our neonatal short courses and assisting with teaching on our midwifery courses. As part of the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Education team, you’ll work with colleagues across the University to deliver exciting, innovative courses within a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll also collaborate with local practice partners who support our students with practice learning, including apprenticeships.

You’ll be joining one of the University’s largest faculties, offering a full range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocationally oriented professional health and social sciences courses for both home and overseas students.

Our areas of study within the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Education cover both pre-professional registration and post-qualifying education. We offer NMC-approved courses in Adult, Child, and Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Associates, and Midwifery. We also provide various courses for qualified healthcare practitioners, as well as courses in medical and dental education. We set high standards on employability, with 100% of our graduates entering employment, often with local healthcare providers.

The University has an international research reputation and actively encourages staff to develop their knowledge and skills through postgraduate and doctoral studies. All Faculty staff are encouraged to be research active, with full support provided by The Institute of Health Research.

Interviews will be held on 24^th June 2025.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

The post will be based at Bedford, Luton, and Aylesbury, with travel to other campuses as required.

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key value. We are committed to creating an environment that celebrates and values diversity and provides fair opportunities and outcomes for all.

We recognize that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to reflect and benefit from the diversity of talent and thought.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce, including those from Black, Asian, and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (especially in roles at grades 7 and above), disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and women in some senior grades.

The University has a responsibility to ensure all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

We offer a range of employee benefits, including a generous pension and annual leave, free fitness classes and gym memberships, flexible working arrangements, and policies supporting personal and professional development and family life. For further details, please click here.

Please note: CVs are only accepted in addition to a fully completed application form.

All applications must be received by midnight on the closing date. Applications after this deadline will not be considered.

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Salary: £48,149 to £57,422 per annum, Grade 8