Please note that we normally appoint at the bottom of the salary range.
Location: Canary Wharf
Are you enthusiastic about contributing to a forward-thinking higher education institution? Is your passion for student success at the core of your professional drive? At the University of Sunderland in London, we are dedicated to prioritising student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money, and continuous improvement. And now we have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Clinical Link Tutor/ Lecturer (Nursing)!
ABOUT US
The University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL), based at Canary Wharf, boasts a vibrant and diverse community of staff and students. We consider ourselves as an innovative satellite campus and are constantly evolving and have exciting plans for 2025 and beyond!
We are currently piloting a four-day working week which allows our colleagues to work 32 hours over 4 days per week with no reduction in pay. The pilot is part of our ongoing efforts to create a positive and inclusive workplace that promotes work-life balance and allows our colleagues to thrive professionally and personally whilst maintaining our commitment to delivering high-quality service to all our students.
In addition, we have moved to a modern campus building offering a bright and spacious learning and working environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a brand-new academic role at our dynamic London campus and a chance to make a real impact from day one. You’ll be at the heart of shaping our newly launched NMC-accredited pre- and post-registration Nursing programmes, supported by a brand-new simulation ward and a passionate academic and professional services team.
In this role, you will play a vital role in supporting student nurses during their practice placements, working closely with Practice Placement Facilitators and external partners to enhance the learning experience. You will deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across clinical and theoretical nursing skills in various settings including simulation-based environments. Contributing to curriculum development, assessment, and programme improvement, while also supporting student progression, retention, and employability. You will participate in quality assurance activities and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of an outstanding educational experience aligned with NMC standards and university objectives.
To succeed in this role, you should have experience supporting student nurses in clinical practice and/ or higher education settings. You’ll also need a track record of designing and delivering innovative and engaging teaching method whether online, simulation-based, or in the classroom that make a meaningful impact on student learning. Collaboration with external partners, such as NHS placement providers, to enhance the student experience is also essential. In addition, you must hold current NMC registration as a registered adult nurse.
WE OFFER
- The opportunity to join a pilot of a pioneering 4-day-week (32 hours over 4 days)
- Excellent Defined Contribution Pension with additional benefits of life cover and income protection
- Generous annual leave and Christmas closure days on top of Bank Holidays
- Season Ticket Loan
- Access to MyLifestyle benefit platform with plentiful of discounts and offers
- Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice schemes
- Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
- Our commitment to training and development
- Our location in Canary Wharf with easy access
- We are accredited Living Wage Employer
If you are ready to seize this exciting opportunity and want to learn more, review the attached Role Profile. To apply, register on our e-recruitment platform and complete the application form.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Yahaya Alhassan, Head of Academic Operations via email: yahaya.alhassan@sunderland.ac.uk
Closing Date: Midnight, 21 September 2025
Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should we have a sufficient response.