Sunderland College
Programme Leader & Lecturer in IT/Computing
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Programme Leader & Lecturer in IT/Computing
Programme Leader & Lecturer in IT/Computing – Access to HE
Location: Sunderland Salary: £31,375 to £40,912 per annum pro rata Hours per Week: 22.2 Contract Type: Permanent (Part-Time) Closing Date: 23:59 hours BST on Friday, 07 August 2026 Reference: 0450-26
About The College
Sunderland College is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East, serving approximately 14,300 students across two campuses. Renowned for academic and vocational excellence, the College consistently achieves outstanding results and has been designated Ofsted Outstanding (classified across all areas in 2024).
Our mission is to develop lives, communities, and the economy by fostering skill development and tailored educational pathways to support student success and career goals.
Ofsted report: Ofsted Report – Outstanding
Our Journey & Values
We prioritise a supportive, inclusive, and inclusive workplace culture, recognising that staff development and wellbeing are our greatest commitments.
For those transitioning into further education, we offer:
- Taking Teaching Further (TTF): A funded retraining programme for industry professionals looking to become FE teachers.
- Targeted Retention Incentive: Payments of up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years, especially in high-need subjects.
Note: Eligibility depends on role, subject area, and provider.
More information:
- [Taking Teaching Further](Taking Teaching Further)
- [Targeted Retention Incentive](Targeted Retention Incentive)
About The Role
This part-time, permanent position is ideal for individuals with valuable experience in IT or Computing, seeking a dynamic teaching role within the Sixth Form.
You will:
- Lead IT and Computing curriculum with a focus on innovation, academic excellence, and outstanding teaching practices.
- Support academic planning and implementation of sequenced learning schemes.
- Deliver exemplary teaching, assessment, and guidance to oversee student progression.
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Note: This role is not a management position; responsibility lies in instructional leadership.
About The Candidate
Ideal candidates possess:
- A degree in IT or Computing.
- Qualified lecturer or teacher status or relevant experience.
- Passion for teaching IT/Computing.
Role Responsibilities
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Curriculum Development & Leadership
- Collaborate with curriculum managers to develop and enhance IT/Computing programmes.
- Maintain accurate data at programme level for continual improvement.
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Teaching & Assessment Excellence
- Lead exceptional teaching and learning with high standards of assessment.
- Provide inclusive, careers-focused learning via structured schemes and tailored resources.
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Student Support & Intervention
- Advise guidance for student success, with robust tracking for attendance, progress, and wellbeing.
- Address safeguarding concerns collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Appropriate degree in IT/Computing.
- Minimum Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Specialist knowledge in developing, delivering, and assessing IT/Computing subjects.
- Collaborative skills to review student progress and support personal development goals.
- Ability to design inclusive, safe, relevant, and stretching learning environments.
- Experience motivating students' confidence, autonomy, and critical thinking.
- Utilise effective assessments, SMART targets, and constructive feedback.
- Incorporate creative learning methods (digital, maths, and employability skill-building).
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Additional requirements:
- Friendly, approachable, and supportive demeanor with students and colleagues.
- Commitment to safeguarding (understanding of prevent, welfare policies, and British Values).
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Involvement in internal quality assurance processes.
- Experience creating inclusive learning experiences for special educational needs/disabilities.
- Use of digital technologies for innovative and safe learning.
- Continuous professional development (updates in pedagogy and industry trends).
Benefits
Join EPNE (Education Partnership North East) and take advantage of:
- Generous holiday allowance (35–48 days + public holidays) – excluding Term Time Only roles.
- Flexible working and family leave support.
- Access to pensions (LGPS or Teacher Pension Scheme).
- Wellbeing support through a digital hub offering:
- Physical and mental health resources.
- Financial wellbeing programmes.
- Dental, eye, and cash health plans.
- Free parking across most campuses.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
At EPNE, our inclusive culture welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value individuals who have taken non-traditional career paths and encourage underrepresented candidates to apply if they align with the role’s vision.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Armed Forces Covenant Member, and Ofsted Outstanding provider, we strive for an equitable, vibrant workplace.
Note: An Enhanced Disclosure Check is required for this role.
Contact & Next Steps
For informal queries, contact: Adam Sams (Director of Sunderland Sixth Form) Email: adam.sams@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk
Further details:
- Job Description: [Job Description](Job Description)
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