About the University of Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.
The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas.
The School of Nursing in the Faculty of Health Science and Wellbeing is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas. WE offer a range of provision including CPD short courses and post qualification awards, including our BSc (Hons) Nursing Top Up programme which is accessed on campus in Sunderland and through our transnational education partners.
About the role
We are currently seeing an experienced educator on a 12-month fixed term basis to support our internationally educated nurses, continuing their post qualification education with us.
Please see attached role profile for further information on the role.
What you can bring
The successful candidate will have experience of support a wide range of learners at undergraduate and post graduate level in their academic studies. You will have experience of providing interactive and engaging teaching, learning and facilitation and able to provide effective written and verbal feedback to learners. You will have a degree in education, nursing or health related subject and desirable to have a relevant master's degree and teaching qualification. Consideration would be given to part time working.
What we can offer you
Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.
* Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays.
* Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future.
* Access to our "My Lifestyle Benefits Platform", where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
* Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
* Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.
Equality, diversity & inclusion
We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.
Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.
Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 15th October GMT).
For more information on the role and working at the university please contact Karen Giles, Associate Head of School, CPD & International Nursing, or Gina Robinson, Programme Leader Gina Robinson
Job Details
Department
Health Sciences & Wellbeing - School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Location
Sunderland Campus
Salary
£38,786 to £46,049
Hours per Week
37
Closing Date
Wednesday 15 October 2025
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Reference
0293-25