Shape the Future of Healthcare: Foundation for Health Professions Course Lead
Location: Stratford Campus / Hybrid
Salary: Grade I | £73,705 including London Weighting FTE
Contract: Up to 0.5 FTE (Part-Time)
Reporting to: Education Lead, School of Health Campus
Are you ready to #BeTheChange?
About Us
Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.
But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.
Be at the Heart of Our Stratford Health Campus
This is a pivotal moment for healthcare at the University of East London. We are currently developing our School of Medicine (launching 2028, subject to GMC approval), a project that will redefine medical education in East London. The Foundation Course Lead will be a key figure in this evolution.
Based at our Stratford site, you will bridge the expertise of the School of Health, Sport and Bioscience with the visionary goals of the new Medical School. You will benefit from the schools state-of-the-art Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub, while working under the leadership of the School of Medicine to create a truly inclusive entry point for the next generation of UK doctors and healthcare professionals.
About the Job
At the University of East London, we don’t just teach; we transform. We are looking for a visionary, student-centred academic to lead our new Foundation for Health Professions (Level 3 programme).
This isn't just a preparatory course—it is a vital pipeline for the next generation of health professionals. By leading this programme, you will be at the forefront of widening participation, breaking down barriers for students from diverse backgrounds and guiding them toward careers that change lives.
As the Course Lead, you will be the architect of the student journey, from outreach and admissions to progression to our professional nursing, midwifery and allied health programmes. You will oversee a curriculum that blends rigorous science with real-world clinical skills and simulation. This role is about more than administration; it’s about academic leadership and inspiration.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead with Vision: Provide academic oversight for the course, ensuring a high-quality, integrated experience across all modules.
Bridge the Gap: Work closely with Nursing, Midwifery, and Medicine teams to ensure students are perfectly prepared for Level 4 progression.
Empower Students: Champion an inclusive environment where students from non-traditional backgrounds can build the confidence and professional identity needed for healthcare.
Collaborate & Innovate: Partner with our careers service and external healthcare providers to ensure our curriculum meets modern workforce needs.
About You
You are a healthcare professional with a passion for education and a heart for social mobility. You understand that for many students, this foundation year is the doorway to a dream they never thought possible.
What you’ll bring:
Professional Expertise: A qualification in a healthcare discipline (Nursing, Midwifery, Medicine, or AHP) and current professional registration.
Educational Experience: Experience teaching in Higher Education, ideally at Level 3 (Foundation).
Leadership Flair: The ability to coordinate teams, manage quality assurance, and mentor colleagues.
A People-First Approach: Excellent interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to the UEL values of Passion, Inclusion, and Courage.
Why Join UEL?
The University of East London is one of the UK's most diverse and vibrant academic communities. We offer:
Hybrid Working: A balance of on-campus energy at our Stratford site and the flexibility of remote work.
Career Growth: The chance to shape a developing programme, including pathways into our planned MBBS programme.
Inclusion by Design: We are a Disability Confident employer and a leader in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity.
"We don't just prepare students for the workforce; we prepare them to lead it."
Benefits Package
Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.
We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 31.08% to 35.38% pension (7.4% to 11.7% from you, depending on your grade, 23.68% from us), 35 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping.
Equal Opportunities
UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all sections of the community. Our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the "diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.
Interview Date: Thursday 30th July 2026
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