Sunderland College
Learning Practitioner: Childcare and Early Years
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Learning Practitioner: Childcare and Early Years
Education, Children & Families
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £25,949 to £30,468 per annum pro rata
Post Type: Part Time
Hours per Week: 22.2
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 22 July 2026
Reference: 0516-26
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.
- [Taking Teaching Further](Taking Teaching Further)
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About The Role
This candidate will be a changemaker in using their expertise around Education and Early Years to support our students in achieving their Level 3 T-Level Qualifications which will in turn, give them a licence to practice. The candidate will showcase an understanding of barriers to learning, they will teach our students to be their authentic selves but ensure to be respectful of others. This person must have a genuine desire to positively impact generations of learners to come, and instil in our learners, how to be courageous and strive to become high quality practitioners. They will promote an inclusive learning environment and support our learners in working with stakeholders, setting consistently set expectations of excellence.
Role Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare of high-quality, sequenced learning through career-focused schemes of learning, session planning and resources.
- To provide an excellent experience to students through exemplary learning, teaching and standards of assessment, including effective formative and summative assessments to meet awarding organisation standards and student needs.
- Teach students to high standards using appropriate and varied student-centred approaches, embracing learning technologies to enhance the student experience.
- Develop and share subject pedagogy within and across teams to maintain currency and accuracy.
- Actively engage in reflective practice and contributing to the wider Professional Development programme.
Qualifications
- Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or equivalent, or commitment to complete within the first two years
- BA (Hons) in Childhood and Early Years Studies or equivalent
- Minimum Level 2 Maths qualification
- Minimum Level 2 English qualification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Working collaboratively with students and colleagues to review student progress, supporting achievement of learning and personal development goals
- Planning and delivering sessions that are safe, inclusive, stretching, and relevant to learners
- Creating inclusive learning experiences by applying knowledge of special educational needs, disabilities or vulnerable learners
- Developing students’ confidence, autonomy and thinking skills, using pre-entry / initial assessment processes and student-owned SMART targets
- Providing constructive and timely feedback to support student progress and achievement
- Using fair methods of assessment
- Maintaining accurate records of individual students’ progress and achievements
- Using students’ feedback and achievement to plan and improve the quality of education
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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 - depending on role
- 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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and 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.
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 Lauren.Wilkinson@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.
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