About Us
It’s an exciting time to join London South Bank University (LSBU) Group. With the launch of our new LSBU Group Strategy, Connecting, we’re shaping the future of tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy – rooted in London.
Professional and technical education has been central to LSBU Group’s mission since our founding in 1892. Today, as London’s first integrated tertiary education group, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education.
Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies, connectivity lies at the heart of all we do.
Since 2019, LSBU Group has grown beyond its three founding institutions to form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers – united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership .
We are a powerhouse for inclusive education, enterprise and economic growth, connecting potential to opportunity and enabling people to thrive. Our Group network enables us to create learning pathways and connect people and organisations. This ensures learners are supported through the education system to achieve their full potential and can contribute their skills and energies locally and to wider society.
Our new strategy, Connecting , sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it’s developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders.
Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.
Working for us
Turning passion into purpose
Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.
To realise our ambition, we need people with energy, courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation; collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge; brilliant people who seek growth and yearn to make a positive, personal difference.
At LSBU Group, you will get to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic culture, which is fuelled by purpose, built around people, and is genuinely diverse. You will be trusted and recognised for your unique contribution.
You will be part of a great team, turning your passion into purpose.
The role
London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the posts of 1x Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Mental Health and 1x Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Learning Disability Nursing. The Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing courses, at London South Bank University, are ranked in the top15 courses in the UK. Our students are placed at hospitals in and across London and the South East. Our staff have a diverse range of backgrounds and foster a collaborative and supportive working environment. Alongside traditional teaching methods we strive to develop independent student learning strategies using innovative teaching methods. We believe that one of the most effective ways of supporting students to make their way in the university is in providing strong academic support.
This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to inspire the next generation of Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing students and assist them in reaching their full potential. We offer many opportunities to develop both in the classroom and beyond. To ensure every new lecturer is successful, training and scholarly activities are promoted to progress in their career.
Candidates should indicate if they are applying for the Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Mental Health or Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Learning Disability Nursing in their application.
About You:
We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills/experience:
• NMC qualified Mental Health Nurse (1 post) and a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (1 post). Significant experience of working in Mental Health and/or Learning Disability nursing practice is essential.
• Teaching experience either in Higher Education or in practice education: teaching qualification desirable at Lecturer but essential at Senior Lecturer.
• A good honours degree in Children’s Nursing and post graduate degree are essential.
• Be able to work autonomously and take ownership of areas of responsibility
• Ability to take a collaborative role within the department with a proven record of management skills including the ability to motivate staff.
• Able to successfully undertake the management of projects.
• Ability to work as a team member to enhance the quality of the student journey.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with significant experience of working with Mental Health/ Learning Disability patients, have a passion for teaching and bring a thorough understanding of either Mental Health or Learning Disability Nursing to the department.
Benefits and How to Apply:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here .
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the &slshquot;Apply Online&slshquot; button below.
For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Dr Tamzin Dawson, Head of Division for Children and Community Nursing via email: dawsont2@lsbu.ac.uk
The closing date for applications is 2 nd April 2026
Interview/assessment - week commencing 20 th April 2026
We are happy to talk secondments, flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.
If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team hrdsr@lsbu.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
