Frances Jane Kiely

Frances Jane Kiely is a Lecturer in Learning Disability Nursing at the University of Wolverhampton's School of Nursing within the Faculty of Education, Health & Wellbeing. She holds professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and is a member of the Royal College of Nursing. Her academic journey includes a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care from Newman University (2016-2018) and a First-Class BSc Honours in Learning Disability Nursing from the University of Wolverhampton (2018-2021).

Her research examines critical intersections between learning disabilities and mental health, with specific focus on:

• Behavioral challenges in learning disability populations
• Quality-of-life improvements for individuals with learning disabilities
• Professional education frameworks for autism and learning disability care
• Forensic mental health interventions

Prior to academia, Frances accumulated three years of clinical experience in a forensic hospital setting, specializing in care for women with learning disabilities and mental health conditions under the Mental Health Act. This practical expertise informs her current educational approach in nursing instruction.