- Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Children's Nursing
- Faculty/Directorate
- Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care & Education
- School/Function
- School of Nursing, Allied & Public Health
- Contract type
- Fixed Term Contract
- Location of vacancy
- Kingston Hill
- Actual hours
- 37
- Salary from
- 45,925.00
- Salary to
- 60,492.00
- Posted Date
- 12/10/2026
- Closing Date
- 08/11/2026
- Ref No
- 4985
- Candidate Pack (PDF, 10442.74kb)
- Role Profile - Lecturer (PDF, 107.48kb)
- Role Profile - Senior Lecturer (PDF, 118.45kb)
The Role
Kingston University is a forward-thinking, inclusive institution committed to excellence in education, research, and professional practice. We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Children’s Nursing to join our dynamic academic team within the School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health.
In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the enhancement of children’s nursing practice and support the development of our pre-registration and postgraduate nursing programmes. You will be a respected educator and practitioner, capable of inspiring students and contributing to the academic and professional growth of the School.
You will deliver high-quality teaching across pre-registration and postgraduate nursing programmes, providing both academic and pastoral support to students throughout their studies. The role involves contributing to curriculum development and innovation within children’s nursing education, helping to ensure programmes remain current, engaging, and reflective of contemporary practice. You will also engage in research, enterprise, and/or professional practice activities that align with the School’s strategic priorities, while promoting inclusive, evidence-based approaches to nursing education and clinical practice.
Please note, an enhanced with barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check clearance is required for the role.
The Person
You will be a Registered Nurse (Children’s) registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), educated to degree level as a minimum, with a postgraduate and/or teaching qualification being desirable. You will have clinical experience in children’s nursing and a passion for education and student development, ideally including experience caring for children and young people with acute healthcare needs and supporting their families. An interest in, or experience of, research and research education would be advantageous. You will demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills, and be committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion across both academic and clinical environments.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate that they meet the Kingston University standards in learning and teaching, and research. By the end of the probation period, you must have achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition (if this has not already been obtained). For those new to teaching, this will be through our accredited Introduction to Learning and Teaching and for those experienced in teaching, through our Kingston Academic Practice Standards Framework.
The Faculty
School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health
Our people are passionate about developing nurses for the future, in each of the four fields of nursing – adult, children, learning disability and mental health.
We support our students to ensure they get the skills and knowledge they need to make a lasting impact on society.
We also have access to industry-leading research for nursing and health professions.
Further Information
This is a full time, fixed term position for 3 years with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum for a Lecturer and £50,160 per annum for a Senior Lecturer, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 25 November 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Liz Crighton, Associate Professor in Children’s Nursing.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
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