Wilhelm Buchner Hochschule

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Nursing Lecturer to support the launch and delivery of our new Nursing Degree Apprenticeship Programme (Adult and Mental Health) commencing in September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping a new programme that will widen access to nursing education and support the future healthcare workforce. Balancing academic rigour with practical relevance, you will work closely with students, colleagues, and healthcare partners to deliver a high-quality, innovative apprenticeship experience. About you Be a current NMC registered Adult Nurse. Hold a teaching qualification aligned to Lecturer B level (or equivalent) (e.g. PGCertHE or equivalent). Have demonstrable experience in running, delivering, or coordinating nursing apprenticeship programmes. Have experience of supporting students in both academic and practice settings. Be able to work collaboratively with external partners, including NHS and care providers. Demonstrate strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. Have a commitment to high-quality teaching, student support, and professional standards. How to apply To apply, please submit the following via our online recruitment portal: A full CV A supporting statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria and your experience with nursing apprenticeships You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position. For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Jackie McBride, Associate Head of School - Education: j.mcbride@surrey.ac.uk Further details Job Description

The University of Winchester is a values-driven institution with a long-standing commitment to education, the advancement of knowledge, and service to the common good. With origins dating back to 1840, the University has built a distinctive reputation for delivering transformational education and fostering a supportive, inclusive academic community. Today, Winchester is home to over 7,000 students and 800 staff, combining strong academic provision with a deep commitment to student success, civic engagement, and social impact. Located in the historic and vibrant city of Winchester, the University offers a high-quality, campus-based experience with modern, sustainable facilities and strong links to regional employers, public services, and community partners. As a member of the Cathedrals Group, Winchester is particularly recognised for preparing students for meaningful careers in areas such as education, health, policing, and social work. Following 4 years of strong, transformational leadership, the current Vice-Chancellor has confirmed her intention to retire in the summer. As such, the University now seeks to appoint its next Vice-Chancellor. Reporting to the Board of Governors, the Vice-Chancellor will serve as the University’s Chief Executive and academic leader, responsible for delivering its mission to educate, advance knowledge, and serve society. The successful candidate will provide clear strategic leadership, driving delivery of the University’s Strategic Plan (2023–28) while shaping future direction through collaboration with staff, students, governors, and external partners. Candidates will bring significant executive-level leadership experience within a complex organisation, ideally in higher education or a similarly regulated environment. They will champion excellence in teaching, student experience, and research, ensuring continued improvement in outcomes, employability, and institutional performance. They will also demonstrate a strong track record of strategic delivery, financial stewardship, and organisational leadership, alongside the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders. A deep understanding of the UK higher education landscape, combined with a commitment to widening participation, student success, and societal impact, will be essential. The University of Winchester is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the University of Winchester on this appointment. For further information, including details of how to apply, please visit roles.saxbam.com using reference IYYRB. Alternatively email belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Friday 22 May 2026.

Job reference: BMH-029997 Salary: Competitive Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health Location: Grafton Street Employment type: Permanent Division/Team: Faculty Office - BMH - Administration Hours Per Week: FTE Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 25/05/2026 Contract Duration: Permanent appointment with a renewable 5-year term as Vice Dean School/Directorate: Faculty Office - Biology, Medicine and Health The University of Manchester is seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. This is a strategically critical leadership role, central to delivering the University’s Manchester 2035 vision and shaping a world-leading student experience at scale. The Role As a member of the University’s extended leadership team and Faculty leadership team, you will provide strategic and academic leadership for Teaching, Learning and Students across a large and complex faculty. You will: Lead the development and delivery of a forward-looking Teaching, Learning and Students strategy aligned to Manchester 2035 Shape a demand-led, interdisciplinary portfolio informed by research-led curricula and digitally enabled pedagogy Work in partnership with students, academic leaders and Professional Services to deliver an outstanding and inclusive student experience Drive innovation in curriculum design and pedagogical practice, including the use of emerging technologies Lead portfolio review, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all programmes Oversee key aspects of student experience, including appeals, complaints and fitness to practise Build strong partnerships with healthcare providers, industry and global education organisations This role requires a leader who combines academic credibility with strategic vision and a commitment to educational excellence. The Person You will bring: A strong academic reputation with a track record in teaching, learning and educational innovation Significant senior leadership experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments A clear strategic vision for higher education, including digital and pedagogical innovation Experience of portfolio development, curriculum reform and market-informed decision making Strong understanding of the UK higher education and health education landscape A commitment to partnership with students and enhancing the student experience Experience of building partnerships with healthcare systems, industry and global education providers A commitment to inclusive leadership and organisational development Why Join Us This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of education within one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities — driving innovation, delivering impact and preparing future generations of professionals and leaders. What will you get in return: Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to people.talent@manchester.ac.uk Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Name: Lewis Burne Email: talent.attraction@manchester.ac.uk General enquiries: Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.