Learning Practitioner: Sport (Maternity Cover)
Sport & Public Services
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £25,809 to £30,468 per annum pro rata
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Ends 30/06/2027
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 04 May 2026
Reference: 0244-26
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. It 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 the College is ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates.
Our Journey & Values
As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where staff can thrive and grow. We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset and are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.
About The Candidate
Candidates should have industry experience with up‑to‑date knowledge of industry standard practices, be able to work closely with students and colleagues to review progress and achievement, possess a degree qualification in a relevant subject area (e.g. Sports Studies/Sports Science), have fully qualified lecturer or teacher status (or a commitment to work towards it), and have experience teaching in further education.
About The Role
To support the ongoing curriculum development and academic excellence we are seeking to appoint a sport learning practitioner who can teach to industry standards and demonstrate innovative and outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practices. There is significant potential for further development of the provision, and the successful candidate will be part of the team to drive this forward.
Role Responsibilities
* Lead and co‑coordinate coherent learning programmes and/or provision within the curriculum through effective teamwork.
* Take responsibility for ensuring high‑quality information, advice and guidance; recruitment, retention, achievement, success and progression of individual students are within a framework of continual quality improvement.
* Lead on the delivery of exemplary teaching and learning and support standards of assessment.
* Take responsibility for following up issues or concerns, for example attendance or well‑being, and take required action(s) or interventions to address these in conjunction with other internal staff or external agencies where necessary.
* Lead on (supported by the Curriculum Manager) ‘you said we did’ activity ensuring feedback to students drives continued improvement.
Qualifications
* Appropriate degree or equivalent/relevant qualification.
* Teacher qualification or commitment to work towards within the first year of employment and achieve it.
* Up‑to‑date Continuous Professional Development.
* Minimum of a level 2 Maths and English qualification.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Knowledge of industry standard practice and ability to integrate into teaching.
* Exemplary teaching and learning leading to great student progress from their starting points.
* Experience of the quality assurance process as it applies to the FE and/or HE sector.
Desirable Skills & Experience – (Optional)
* Good understanding of pedagogical approaches.
* Ability to lead and contribute to IQA.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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
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 Karl Stephenson should you wish to have an informal chat about the role: karl.stephenson@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk
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