Job Description

We are the University of Cumbria

, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.


Now is a very exciting time to be working with us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.


We are seeking a strategic and visionary Head of Nursing to lead the four nursing programmes within the Health and Wellbeing Directorate, on an interim 6-month secondment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic leader with a strong professional background in nursing education, research, and practice. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, inspire excellence in teaching and academic standards, and drive innovation in curriculum development and delivery. Working collaboratively across the University and with key partners in the health sector, the Head of Nursing will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education and research for Nurses and Nursing Associates at the University of Cumbria.

Informal Enquiries:

Dr Fiona Chatten, Director of Health and Wellbeing: Fiona.chatten@cumbria.ac.uk

Further details:

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

Job Details
Department
Nursing
Location
Carlisle or Lancaster
Starting Salary
Competitive Salary
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Fixed Term - 6 Months
Release Date
Friday 31 October 2025
Closing Date
23.59 hours GMT on Friday 14 November 2025
Interview Date
Monday 24 November 2025
Reference
XX152625