From 1 August 2026, the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent form London and South-East (LASE) University Group, a pioneering multi-university group that brings together the strengths of both institutions. As an employee of LASE, you will be closely connected to and work within one of our academic divisions, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity. Together, we are creating greater scale, resilience and shared ambition to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.
Background
The School of Health Sciences is part of a highly successful and vibrant faculty, frequently commended for our partnership working across the health and social care sector. Supported by our simulation strategy and resources, the school delivers a range of undergraduate and post graduate courses leading to registration in allied healthcare, nursing and midwifery professions. The University has invested over £8 million in the development of a state-of-the-art simulation centre, which further enhances our record of teaching, research and knowledge exchange innovation. We also have a wide portfolio of post qualifying provision including a MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. The school currently runs a successful undergraduate (UG) Midwifery programme in its portfolio and are looking to appoint experienced Midwifery educator/s.
The Post
The post holder/s will work with our midwifery team and employers to deliver our UG Midwifery programme (including an apprenticeship offer). The programme has been designed collaboratively with key stakeholders; the post holder will work closely with our stakeholders on a continuing basis. This post will be offered on a fixed term basis until 31st July 2027
The Person
We are seeking to recruit experienced registered midwives who have ambition to develop as a midwifery educator and academic, having developed teaching and assessing skills through a mentorship/practice assessor role or equivalent. You will play a key role in facilitating teaching and learning across our midwifery provision. We are happy to consider part-time working and/or secondments. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to complete a teaching qualification (PGCHE) and progress through our GOLD framework to achieve HEA senior fellowship, as well as contribute to faculty wide research and knowledge exchange activities. Opportunity also exists to undertake doctoral studies through a professional doctorate or PhD programme. The University has an established career framework which offers opportunity for promotion through an annual application process. We are happy to consider part-time working and/or secondments. Applicants without previous teaching experience will be considered as a Lecturer.
Informal enquiries can be made to: Debbie Johnson, Academic Portfolio Lead [email protected]
Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on [email protected]
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