Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Learning Disability Nursing in Kingston

This is a career-defining opportunity at the heart of the School of Nursing, Allied & Public Health within the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education. You will be an influential member of a close-knit group of academics behind a varied programme of research-led teaching, student support, workshops, seminars and forward-thinking studies that build the integrated multi-professional school portfolio offering education and development to the pre-registration and post-qualifying workforce within health and social care.

You will provide teaching related to anticipating and meeting the needs of people with learning disability within integrated care approaches, including acute, public health, primary health care and community and social care environments. This is offered within a portfolio of modules developing a contemporary and evidence-based approach to care corresponding to the Ten-Year Plan for the NHS. Working within a team you will deliver the vibrant, real-world education your students deserve.

You will have some clinical experience within Learning Disability Nursing within the domains of practice indicated. You will offer student support and tutorials and will also support learning in practice settings. Working side-by-side with talented colleagues you will share knowledge and expertise through professional consultancy, pursuing opportunities that will generate profitable income and supporting students with valuable placements wherever possible.

Please note, an enhanced with barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check clearance is required for the role.

The Person

You will hold professional registration with a professional body and will have appropriate clinical experience within Learning Disability Nursing. You are adept at working autonomously. A first degree is essential and an MSc or above is desirable. A recognised teaching or learning qualification is not essential although it is desirable. 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.

On a personal level, you are motivated to deliver exceptional teaching and support to our students. You will use your experience of working in clinical delivery to promote integrated high-quality evidence-based professional practice across everything you do. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work, build private and public sector networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty’s reputation in higher education and occupational circles.

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 part-time (22.20 hours per week), permanent position with a starting salary of £27,015 per annum (60% pro rata to £45,025 per annum) for a Lecturer and £30,096 per annum (60% pro rata to £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 Monday 22 June 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Carmel Blackie, Associate Professor. 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.

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.