Jobs at the University of Sunderland | University of Sunderland in London https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx?cat=928&type=5 Latest job vacancies at the University of Sunderland <![CDATA[Senior Lecturer/Programme Manager (MNursing) (USL808)]]> https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=USL808 https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=USL808 Title:  Senior Lecturer/Programme Manager (MNursing)

Department / Programme: Academic Operations (MNursing)

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Contract Type: Permanent 

Salary Range: £55,557 to £60,366

Closing Date: 6 May 2026, we reserve the right to close earlier if we receive sufficient applications.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced NMC-registered nurse and academic leader to join the University of Sunderland in London as a Senior Lecturer / Programme Manager (MNursing). 

This role combines programme leadership, teaching excellence, and operational management, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, NMC-approved nursing programme. You will lead a multidisciplinary academic team, drive student success, and contribute to continuous curriculum enhancement in a non‑traditional, fast‑paced higher education environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the operational and academic delivery of the MNursing programme. 
  • Design, review, and enhance curriculum aligned to NMC and academic standards. Provide academic leadership and line management, manage programme team performance, workload allocation, and staff development. 
  • Deliver high-quality teaching on MNursing programme across face-to-face and online environments.
  • Support student progression, retention, and attainment. 
  • Participate in quality assurance and academic governance activities. 

Essential Requirements

  • Registered NMC Nurse 
  • Degree in Nursing or a related subject.
  • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area and Higher Education teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
  • Significant teaching experience in higher education (online and face-to-face). 
  • Experience working with NMC-approved programmes. 
  • Proven experience in programme leadership within HE. 
  • Experience of leading teams and line management responsibilities.
  • Experience teaching in multi-cultural and international environments.
  • Strong subject expertise in nursing and curriculum development.

About Us

We are based in London in Canary Wharf and deliver innovative, career‑focused programmes to a diverse student community. We operate a non‑traditional academic model with multiple intakes and year‑round delivery.

What we offer

  • Four‑day working week pilot (32 hours, no reduction in pay) 
  • Defined Contribution pension scheme 
  • Generous annual leave and Christmas closure 
  • Ongoing professional development support 
  • Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes 
  • Modern Canary Wharf campus 
  • Living Wage Employer 

How to apply

Please apply via our e‑recruitment platform.

For an informal discussion, contact: Alwin Puthenpurakal, Associate Head of Pre & Post registration Nursing and Public Health via alwin.puthenpurakal@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 06 May 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £55,557 to £60,366 per annum

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