Online Author for Assistant Practitioner Programme (Midwifery Modules)

You are invited for the following authoring opportunity for the FdSc Assistant Practitioner Programme. This authoring will commence  in November 2024  and the deadlines for completion are listed below. 

Module(s) which require Authoring:

(1) 5NU530 - Care of the mother and newborn in the postnatal period (100%)

(2) 5NU529 - Assisting at Births 5NU529 (100%)

You will be responsible for writing and developing self-study academic content and materials for learners studying online. You will be expected to be academically competent to create learning materials and activities at the appropriate level and methods. It is also essential to have professional experience in midwifery. You will be expected to work closely with colleagues in the University of Derby to ensure high quality content, materials and learning experience for all learners. Your authoring will be supported and co-ordinated by the University of Derby content team and the Academic Lead, who will review as your work progresses. We are able to offer assistance with technology enhancement features and graphic design.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to contribute to the on going development of our curriculum. Successful authors will be paid upon completion, £2658.61 upon completion.

The Project milestones are: 

High Level Plan: 22 November 2024

U1: 13 December 2024

U2-3: 3 January 2025

U4-6: 24 January 2025

U7-10: 21 February 2025

Please find attached the relevant module specification.  

Please note: unfortunately, applicants already contracted to full-time or part time work within the University will not be shortlisted for this opportunity due to the weekly working time directive.

1. To author and develop online content and materials in accordance with the scope of work set out within the Schedule of Work and in line with the University of Derby Online Learning Academic Framework.
2. To utilise appropriate teaching, learning and support techniques to create an academically challenging environment that supports learners in their development.
3. To develop content which creates a supportive learning environment and promotes engagement in a ‘community of practice’ within the learner group.
4. To undertake appropriate research that ensures learning materials utilise a variety of sources whilst utilising appropriate referencing systems to maintain academic standards.
5. To write structured and engaging content in an active tone making best use of appropriate multi-media elements.
6. To peer-review other authored content and to give feedback as part of the quality framework.
7. To have up to date subject knowledge within relevant discipline.
8. To develop content in accordance with the module requirements and the University’s assessment regulations.
9. To work closely with both the Senior Online Tutor and Project Manager identified in the Schedule of Work, providing the Project Manager with bi-weekly updates on the progress of the development of the online content.
10. To contribute to The University’s Quality Assurance and Quality Enhancement process by reviewing module content and delivery mechanisms in order to contribute to the continuous development of the module.
11. To participate in an induction programme and engage with staff development and other professional development opportunities as required.
12. To refer specific queries and concerns to the Project Manager in a timely manner.
13. To adhere to University systems and procedures and ensure that you have a working knowledge of the University’s academic regulations.
14. To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post.