Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Children's Nursing in Stafford

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across pre‑registration and postgraduate nursing programmes.
• Support students through academic and pastoral guidance.
• Contribute to curriculum development and innovation in children’s nursing education.
• Engage in research, enterprise, or professional practice aligned with the School’s strategic priorities.
• Promote inclusive and evidence-based approaches to nursing education and practice.

The Person

• Registered Nurse (Children’s) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Educated to degree level (minimum); a postgraduate qualification and/or teaching qualification is desirable.
• Experience or interest in research and research education is advantageous.
• Clinical experience in children’s nursing, with a passion for education and student development preferably with experience caring for children and young people with acute healthcare needs and their families.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in academic and clinical environments.

We welcome applications from individuals currently working in clinical practice who are interested in transitioning into academia. The faculty offers robust support for professional development, including opportunities to gain teaching qualifications.

The Faculty

The School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health is a vibrant and highly successful School within the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education. The School, based at the University’s Kingston Hill campus, provides a range of pre‑registration courses across the four fields of nursing (Adult, Children’s, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health) at undergraduate and postgraduate level which lead to registration in nursing. Working in partnership with employers, the School delivers an innovative portfolio of courses which support workforce development. The School is increasing its apprenticeship provision and plans to deliver a number of new apprenticeships in the next couple of years, alongside the development of new MSc and dual qualification MSCi programmes. The School is proud of its inspirational approach to learning and teaching and our pre‑registration courses have a blended by design curriculum to enable our graduates to have the attributes to work in a digital health and care sector. The University has invested in the development of state‑of‑the‑art simulation centres to support student learning and enhance the School’s innovative teaching. Our research areas include learning disability, bereavement and palliative care, health policy, new roles within health, health inequalities in hard‑to‑reach groups and at lifespan transitions, the education of professionals and workforce innovation and patient and public involvement. We ensure that our research has a positive impact on the student and staff experience and the quality of our educational portfolio.

We look forward to receiving applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate a passion for and a clear commitment to the School and University’s strategic priorities as well as the values of Kingston University.

Further information

This is a part time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum for Lecturer and £50,160 per annum for Senior Lecturer, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant. Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 7th May 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. We are a place‑based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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