Lecturer Nursing (Grade 1/2) – Post Graduate Diploma Programs

About the role

The Western Cape College of Nursing is seeking experienced nursing professionals to join as Lecturers (Grade 1 or Grade 2) for its Post‑Graduate Diploma programmes. The role involves delivering education, coordinating clinical placements and contributing to curriculum development.

Key responsibilities

• Provide education and training to student nurses.
• Coordinate clinical learning exposure between the college and clinical sites.
• Conduct clinical accompaniment of students.
• Coordinate teaching, learning and assessment of R635 programmes.
• Develop and implement quality‑assurance programmes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise students and participate in governance structures.
• Participate in the development and review of nursing curricula for Post‑Graduate Diploma programmes.
• Implement new nursing programmes in line with SANC and CHE regulations.
• Support Continuous Professional Development activities and promote the college’s mission.

Required profile

• R425 accredited nursing qualification (diploma/degree) or equivalent allowing registration with SANC.
• Post‑basic qualification in Nursing Education registered with SANC.
• Specialist qualification in a relevant nursing field or a relevant master’s degree (NQF L9).
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse, Midwife or Psychiatric Nurse.
• Grade 1: minimum 4 years general nursing experience after registration.
• Grade 2: minimum 14 years general nursing experience, including at least 10 years in nursing education after the post‑basic qualification.

Required skills

• Knowledge of nursing legislation, acts and policy frameworks.
• Understanding of nursing education programmes and curriculum design.
• Proficiency in teaching, assessment and evaluation methods.
• Ability to develop, interpret and monitor policies.
• Conflict management, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Research, analytical, managerial and interpersonal abilities.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid Code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

What we offer

• Salary Grade 1: R 451 533 – R 530 376 per annum.
• Salary Grade 2: R 553 545 – R 726 717 per annum.
• Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, pension fund contribution, housing and medical aid allowance).