Sunderland College
Learning Practitioner for Uniformed Public Services
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Learning Practitioner for Uniformed Public Services
Location
Sunderland
Salary
£25,949 to £30,468 per annum
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 07 July 2026
Reference
0400-26
About The College
Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for over 20 years, standing as one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.
Seated across two campuses in Sunderland, the College offers a diverse range of academic and vocational programmes for school leavers and adults. Their mission is to shape futures through teaching, learning, and skills development, ensuring students achieve outstanding results. Sunderland College has been consistently ranked in the top 25% nationally for student achievement rates. In October 2024, they achieved Ofsted Outstanding status, reflecting their commitment to excellence in education.
Visit their 2024 Ofsted Report for more details.
Our Journey & Values
At Sunderland College, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture is a key priority. They believe their employees are their most valued asset and are dedicated to investing in professional development and overall wellbeing.
Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives
If you’re interested in teaching within further education, Sunderland College supports:
- Taking Teaching Further (TTF): A funded programme designed to help professionals retrain as further education (FE) teachers.
- Targeted Retention Incentive: For roles in high-need subjects or regions, up to £6,000 is available in the first five years for eligible teachers engaging with shortage subjects.
Note: Eligibility depends on role, subject area, or provider and does not apply to all vacancies.
Visit the links below for more information:
About The Candidate
As a Learning Practitioner for Uniformed Public Services, you will contribute to a career-focused curriculum focused on developing learners’ knowledge, behaviours, and practical skills for progression into public service careers, higher education, apprenticeships, or employment. Your role will emphasize practical, scenario-based, and classroom learning in areas such as teamwork, leadership, discipline, communication, fitness, outdoor education, emergency response, and beyond.
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You will also lead a curriculum aiming to encourage learners to:
- Think critically
- Take responsibility
- Develop confidence
- Understand how they can positively contribute to their communities and future roles in the Uniformed Public Services
About The Role
Are you passionate about developing learners’ skills, confidence, and behaviours for Uniformed Public Services careers? As a Learning Practitioner for Uniformed Public Services, you will support the delivery of a curriculum tailored for progression into:
- Public service careers
- Higher education
- Apprenticeships
- Employment
This is a thrilling opportunity to help grow and attract skilled talent within this career-focused area. Here’s what the role involves:
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver, and assess rich, career-focused learning, embedding skills taught in the Uniformed Public Services sector.
- Support learners’ knowledge, behaviours, and practical skills, preparing them for academics and future careers.
- Drive engaging classroom, scenario-based, and practical learning activities.
- Develop and utilize digital learning resources and technologies to improve student experiences and future-ready digital skills.
- Provide valid assessment, regular formative feedback, and effective one-to-one support for learner progress.
- Maintain sector standards, educational quality, and accurate assessment records.
Qualifications
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Level 3 qualification or higher in:
- Uniformed Public Services
- Sport
- Outdoor Education
- Public Services
- A related subject area
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GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or equivalent.
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Relevant vocational coaching, training experience or Uniformed Public Services experience.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in:
- Uniformed Public Services, sport, outdoor education, coaching, or youth work.
- Supporting learners in classroom, practical, and scenario-based environments.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to engage, motivate learners and drive positive outcomes.
- Experience in:
- Quality learning and assessment delivery.
- Digital tools and technologies to enhance teaching.
- Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and professional standards.
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Desirable Skills & Experience (Optional)
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Degree or master’s qualification in:
- Uniformed Public Services
- Sport
- Outdoor Education
- Criminology
- Policing
- Education
- Related subjects
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Recognized teaching qualifications and relevant industry experience mostly within:
- Uniformed/public service careers
- Emergency services
- Armed forces
- Outdoor sector
- Sport
- Coaching
- Youth development
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Experience in outreach enrichment events, curriculum development, or employer engagement, working across FE, school, training, or practical learning environments.
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Interest in harnessing digital tools and innovative teaching methods.
Benefits
Joining Sunderland College offers:
- 35–48 days of holiday (excluding Term Time Only contracts), plus public holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements and generous family leave options (subject to role).
- LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, based on your role’s eligibility requirements.
- myLifestyle benefits platform offering savings and lifestyle discounts.
- Comprehensive health benefits including dental, eye care, and health cash plans.
- Digital Wellbeing Hub, offering physical, mental, and financial wellbeing support.
- Free parking across most campuses.
Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Sunderland College, diversity and inclusion are core values. They invite applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. A wide range of skills and expertise is embraced to enhance the education and support for learners and communities.
They also recognize that exceptional candidates might not meet all criteria but can contribute meaningfully. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.
As a Disability Confident Employer and member of the Armed Forces Covenant, Sunderland College fosters an inclusive, supportive environment aligned with Ofsted’s Outstanding standards.
Key Professional Obligation
Candidates must undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check as part of this role.
Dedication to the PREVENT duty and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is integral.
For comprehensive details, check Job Description.
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