Senior Lecturer in Mental Health (1805)
Senior Lecturer in Mental Health
Full Time – Permanent – Uxbridge
Salary – £44,746 - £56,535 plus London Allowance
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing to join our academic team at Buckinghamshire New University. Based primarily at Uxbridge, with teaching across additional campuses, you will deliver an outstanding student experience through innovative, inclusive teaching, curriculum development, and academic support.
You will lead and contribute to impactful research, enterprise, and knowledge exchange activities, supporting the University's strategic goals and the Research Excellence Framework (REF). The role also involves personal tutoring, placement supervision, academic assessment, and engagement with external partners to enhance professional practice.
Applicants must be active Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registrants and will require an enhanced DBS check. This role embodies BNU’s commitment to academic excellence, inclusion, and community impact through education and research.
What we offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
- hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
- training & development support opportunities
- contributory pension scheme
- discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
- a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.
Please click here for our behavioural based interview question bank.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Geeta Lamichhane at Geeta.Lamichhane@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to People Team if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you.
We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
Closing Date: 1 September 2025
Interview Date: 10/11 September 2025
Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Title: Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing
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Faculty/Directorate: Nursing and Midwifery
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Grade: H |
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Location: Based at Uxbridge as appropriate, with travel to other campuses High Wycombe and Aylesbury when required.
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Hours: 37hrs |
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Responsible to: A member of the schools Senior Leadership Group
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Responsible for:
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Job Purpose:
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Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role
Research and Knowledge Exchange:
- Evidence as an active researcher and delivery of high-quality research and scholarship. Conduct effective research and scholarly activity, generate income, and align own research with teaching and learning to generate excelled student outcomes.
- Collaborate and engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context.
- Supervising research students to completion. Engage in effective doctoral supervision and develop early career research.
- Contribution to subject association; learning society or professional body. Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact and student outcomes.
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture.
- Peer review and undertaking collaborative research related activity in partnership with other HEIs, external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
- Sustained contribution in research active communities.
- Strong track record of research outputs (including REFable work as appropriate). Significantly contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies.
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship:
- Undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery, development, and quality.
- Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer-reviewed pedagogical outputs.
- Contribute to the development and leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensuring delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes.
- Make significant contribution to research informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme planning, design, and development including use of innovative digital technology to enhance learning.
- Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships.
- Regularly engage with professional bodies, employers, and other organisations to enhance professional practice and student outcomes.
- Provide effective feedback, support, and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance and enhances student outcomes.
- Secure external funding for educational projects.
Leadership and Academic Citizenship:
- Achieve growth by increasing student recruitment.
- Significant participation in business planning, strategy setting and key decision making within the school using relevant data and metrics.
- Impactful development of others through mentoring, training, and supporting CPD.
- Engage with professional bodies, policymakers, employers, and other relevant groups including impactful participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community.
- Contribute to knowledge and practice through engaging with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality.
- Lead income generation initiatives.
- Foster a culture of inclusion, making a significant contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning.
Other
- Engage in professional development activities (e.g., CPD, attendance at conferences).
- Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the marketing and promotional work of the school.
- Act as a valued commentator or contributor to media.
- Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices.
- Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
For roles with line management responsibilities:
- Line management responsibilities including recruitment and selection, performance management, professional development, motivation, health & safety, and wellbeing.
For roles with supervisor responsibilities:
- Supervisory duties including motivating and supporting team members, giving direction and feedback, and ensuring adequate staffing cover.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Education, Qualifications & Training |
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BNurs/BSc Mental Health Nursing |
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Active registration with the NMC as a Mental Health Nurse |
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Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow by Advance HE or evidenced commitment to achieving within two years |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Expert knowledge and research in discipline/field |
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Proven track record in delivering excellent student/customer experience |
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Experience of research supervision, personal tutoring, mentoring or supporting continuing professional development |
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Track record of delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners achieving excellent student outcomes |
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Active contribution to subject association; learning society or professional body |
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Skills |
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Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills* |
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Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools |
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Highly effective customer service skills |
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Special Requirements |
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A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations and across all University campuses, as required |
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A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays) |
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*You will be required to deliver a micro-teach as part of your interview
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
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Managing self and personal skills Being aware of own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly.
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Delivering excellent service Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
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Developing self and others Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.
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