Senior Lecturer (Director of Nursing)

UWA; Crawley; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university in Crawley is seeking a Senior Lecturer for the Director of Nursing position. The role encompasses clinical and administrative leadership, combined with teaching and research responsibilities. Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Nursing (AQF7) and have at least 5 years of leadership experience. The successful candidate will oversee operations at the Day Surgery, ensuring compliance and high standards of care. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

26 weeks paid parental leave

4 weeks annual leave options

17% superannuation

Discounted health insurance

Childcare options

Qualifications

• Lead a Director of Nursing role in a Day Hospital.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Lead UWA Day Surgery operations and maintain accreditation.
• Provide support at the University’s Day Hospital for students.
• Create a safe, innovative learning environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical experience

Nursing registration

Healthcare management

Education

AQF7 and Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Senior Lecturer (Director of Nursing)

Job no: 521233
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Health and Medical Sciences

School of Health and Clinical Sciences

• Unique interdisciplinary environment: a rare opportunity to lead as Director of Nursing within a specialised Day Hospital primarily hosting podiatric surgery, while collaborating closely with the School and Podiatry team. Diverse roles and responsibilities: This role combines clinical and administrative leadership with academic, accreditation, research and teaching responsibilities.
• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level C, $144,143– $165,809p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Health and Clinical Sciences, within the College of Schools at The University of Western Australia, is a research-intensive academic organisation giving material expression to the belief that excellence in research underpins excellence in teaching and community partnerships. The School has a reputation for a strong evidence-based approach to research and education that is used for policy and practice development. The School aspires to be a school in which staff and students feel valued and supported in their individual and collective efforts to improve community health and wellbeing. The Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery is located in the School and offers a three year postgraduate Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and a five year Doctor of Podiatric Surgery degree along with Higher Degree by Research and coursework programs.

About the opportunity

• Lead the successful operation and maintain accreditation of the UWA Day Surgery as the Director of Nursing, ensuring compliance with Department of Health requirements and maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Provide operational, nurse manager and academic support at the University’s Day Hospital, a clinical training site for postgraduate students, facilitating real-time clinical learning in a day surgery environment.
• Foster an innovative, safe, and supportive setting where students gain hands‑on experience in perioperative, recovery, and ambulatory care, aligning clinical activities with the University’s teaching and research goals.

About you

• AQF7 + Bachelor of Nursing with post‑graduate equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in a Peri‑operative Suite.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Extensive experience in senior clinical nursing and health‑care management roles.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Note

The provision of clinical activity is essential for this role. The post holder will be required to hold or be in the process of developing a speciality area of practice to be agreed with the Head of Department.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date

11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 1 February 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [e-mail] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number.

Advertised: 18 Dec 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 01 Feb 2026 W. Australia Standard Time