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Lecturer and Programme Leader in Computing Computing & Digital Location: Sunderland Salary: £31,375 to £40,912 per annum PostType: Full Time ContractType: Permanent ClosingDate: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 24 February 2026 Reference: 0083-26 About the College Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students. The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals. Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding Our Journey & Values As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing. Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives If you're making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers. In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government's targeted retention incentive (formerly "levelling-up premium") payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects. Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy. Find out more about both initiatives through the links below. We are looking for a motivated, student focused professional with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to high quality education. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, an organised and reflective practitioner, and a positive role model for both students and colleagues. They will demonstrate integrity, reliability, and a collaborative approach, valuing diversity and inclusion and placing learners at the centre of everything they do. Aligned to our college values, they will be ambitious for students, committed to continuous improvement, and passionate about supporting progression into further learning or employment. How will this person be a Changemaker? This role will act as a changemaker by shaping high quality Computing provision that responds to industry needs, improves learner outcomes, and enhances the overall student experience. Through strong leadership of teaching, learning, assessment, and pastoral support, the post holder will drive improvement, champion innovation, and positively influence learner aspirations, progression, and destinations. About the Role This is a permanent, full time Programme Leader role within the Digital and Computing department. The post holder will lead a Computing programme, taking responsibility for curriculum development, learner progress, quality assurance, and day to day programme performance, alongside the responsibilities of being a lecturer. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Computing professional who wants to combine teaching with leadership, curriculum influence, and student impact. The role offers opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and involvement in new programme development, quality improvement activity, and the use of teaching and learning technologies to enhance the learner experience. Role Responsibilities Lead the delivery and quality of Computing programmes, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment Monitor and support student recruitment, attendance, progress, achievement, and progression Maintain accurate programme data and contribute to curriculum performance review processes Lead internal and external quality assurance activity in line with awarding body requirements Provide effective pastoral support and guidance to students throughout the learner journey Contribute to curriculum development, team collaboration, and sharing of best practice Qualifications Degree or relevant vocational qualification in Computing or a related subject, or commitment to work towards Teaching qualification or commitment to work towards Level 2 English and Maths Commitment to ongoing professional development Experience of delivering high quality teaching within Computing or a related area Experience of curriculum development and quality improvement Ability to use data to monitor performance and inform action Strong digital literacy and ability to use learning technologies effectively Experience of assessment, feedback, and quality assurance processes Excellent communication, organisation, and team working skills Experience of programme or course leadership Experience of working with awarding organisations Experience within the 16 to 18 education sector Experience of internal quality assurance activity What's in it for you? Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package. Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts) Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role) LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

About The College Kirkley Hall Campus is Northumberland College's second largest site and a centre of excellence for land-based, animal and outdoor education. Part of Education Partnership North East - the top performing college group in the North East for the third year running , Kirkley Hall offers a unique and inspiring environment. Set within 400 acres of stunning Northumberland countryside, and as the top performing land-based college nationally , the campus provides access to specialist, industry-standard facilities that support practical, hands-on learning. Our on-site residential provision was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025, enabling students from across the UK to take advantage of the exceptional opportunities available here. Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding Our Journey & Values As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing. About the Candidate We are seeking an experienced and motivated curriculum leader with strong knowledge of the animal sector. The successful candidate will be a changemaker who can lead people, provision and performance, and who is committed to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant education. You will bring experience of curriculum leadership and operational management, with a strong understanding of teaching, learning and assessment in a post-16 or further education context. You will lead by example, demonstrating academic and professional excellence, and inspiring teams to innovate and continuously improve. You will have proven experience of managing and developing teams, including performance management, staff deployment and supporting professional development. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work effectively with awarding organisations, employers and external partners. The role requires a high level of professionalism and integrity. You will be committed to safeguarding and PREVENT, the promotion of British Values, equality, diversity and inclusion, and maintaining a safe learning and working environment. You will understand the importance of confidentiality, data protection and information security, and will comply fully with college policies and mandatory training requirements. Flexibility is essential, as you may work across college sites and travel to other locations as required to support teams and attend meetings. About the Role The Curriculum Manager - Animal Management will provide strategic, operational and academic leadership for a specialist curriculum area aligned to the needs of learners, employers and the land-based sector. The role is responsible for the effective management, development and delivery of high-quality programmes that meet awarding organisation, funding and quality requirements. You will lead curriculum design, review and innovation, ensuring all provision is internally and externally validated and remains current, sustainable and future-focused. The role includes responsibility for operational curriculum management, quality assurance, self-assessment and quality improvement planning, and preparation for internal and external inspections. You will lead teaching, learning and assessment within the curriculum area, modelling excellent practice, promoting innovative and engaging approaches, and embedding effective use of digital and industry-relevant learning technologies. Delivery of teaching will form part of the role, in line with the lecturer job description. The role includes line management of teaching and support staff, ensuring effective performance management, staff deployment, timetabling and cover arrangements to achieve agreed targets and outstanding learner outcomes. You will ensure accurate records are maintained, awarding organisation requirements are met, and health, safety and safeguarding responsibilities are upheld at all times. The postholder will work collaboratively across the college, participate in recruitment and marketing activities, support new and trainee teachers, and undertake such other duties as are reasonably required and appropriate to the grade of the post. Role Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational leadership for Animal Management programmes, ensuring high-quality, industry-relevant curriculum delivery and continuous improvement. Lead teaching, learning and assessment, modelling excellent practice and promoting innovative approaches that enhance learner outcomes and progression. Line manage and develop curriculum teams, ensuring effective performance management, staff deployment, timetabling and professional development. Oversee quality assurance, self-assessment and quality improvement planning, ensuring compliance with awarding organisation, funding and inspection requirements. Manage external relationships with awarding organisations, employers and sector partners to maintain credibility, relevance and progression opportunities. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, PREVENT, health and safety, data protection and college policies, maintaining accurate records and meeting agreed performance targets. Qualifications Appropriate degree or equivalent PGCE or relevant teacher training qualification Level 2 English and maths qualifications Essential Skills & Experience Recent and relevant experience in Further Education/Higher Education including curriculum development, improving the quality of teaching, learning and assessment and raising standards of student progress and destination. Successfully leading and managing a team Evidence of collecting and acting upon data analysis accurately Experience of working in the Land-based sector Evidence of outstanding teaching demonstrating positive impact Experience of working with a range of stakeholders Desirable Skills & Experience - (Optional) Understanding of HE review Experience of managing budgets What's in it for you? Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package. Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts) Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role) LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Free Gym access available at Bede Campus Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities. We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply. As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 19 February 2026 Reference: 0055-26 About the College Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students. The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals. Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding Our Journey & Values As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing. Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives If you're making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers. In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government's targeted retention incentive (formerly "levelling-up premium") payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects. Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy. Find out more about both initiatives through the links below. How will this person be a Changemaker? This individual will be a catalyst for positive transformation - driving curriculum innovation, championing diversity in health, and empowering students to solve real-world challenges within the sector. By embodying our core values, they will shape future-ready graduates and contribute meaningfully to our institution's mission to create social change. Their leadership will extend beyond the classroom, engaging with industry, community and supporting the strategic direction of the curriculum. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of health education within a forward-thinking and inclusive academic environment. As Programme Lead, you'll have the chance to influence curriculum design, collaborate with industry partners, and drive initiatives that support student success and employability. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their academic career while making a real-world impact. You'll gain experience in academic leadership, contribute to research or enterprise activities, and access structured professional development. Whether you are looking to expand your pedagogical practice, or explore educational technology. Role Responsibilities Lead on the delivery of Health T level programmes, ensuring curriculum relevance, industry alignment, and excellent learning experiences. Provide strong academic and pastoral support to students, including those with EHCPs or ALS needs, and actively support progression to higher education or employment. Embrace and implement digital learning technologies to enhance teaching, assessment, and student engagement, while sharing best practices across the team. Monitor and support student performance, attendance, and behaviour; contribute to interviews, inductions, parental engagement, and safeguarding procedures. Oversee quality assurance processes, including curriculum reviews, assessment preparation, and compliance with awarding body and college standards. Collaborate with colleagues to manage course documentation, maintain accurate records on college platforms (e.g. SharePoint), and contribute to a culture of celebration and excellence. Qualifications Appropriate degree or equivalent/relevant vocational qualification or commitment to work towards. Teacher qualification or commitment to work towards Assessor Awards or commitment to work towards within first year Level 2 English and maths qualification Successful experience of delivering high quality provision in FE or your health related field Evidence of collecting and acting upon data analysis Experience of implementing a range of delivery methods to suit a variety of learning needs. Appropriate industry relevant experience What's in it for you? Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package. Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts) Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role) LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Please contact Michael Taylor - should you wish to have an informal chat about the role. Do you have an existing account, or are you a member of staff? For new applicants, please register for an account