ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 09 July 2025
Reference: 0430-25
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 prioritize 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.
About the Candidate
Please write a short statement highlighting the qualities we’re looking for in this person (soft skills), linking this to our company values where possible.
Can demonstrate the following qualities as a changemaker
Empowering Students with Skills for Life
Promoting Inclusive Education
Addressing Skills Shortages
Driving Sustainability in Construction
Embedding Industry Standards and Innovation
Strengthening Community Connections
About the Role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practices across all levels in Brickwork to ensure positive outcomes for students. There is significant potential of further development and promotion of provision across this curriculum area and it is expected that you will be part of the team to drive this forward. You will plan, promote, deliver, monitor and evaluate your teaching and the progress of learners. You will create and cultivate strong links with parents and employers and work with the Construction industry to ensure that all students gain an outstanding experience.
Role Responsibilities
A flexible, proactive approach is required as this role includes responsibility regarding the successful delivery of teaching, learning and assessment across brickwork
Qualifications
It is desirable that applicants to be qualified to Level Three in a relevant construction trade, possess a teaching qualification, an assessor qualification and have industrial experience within the sector. An additional construction craft qualification at Level 2 or 3 would also be desirable. Applicants should be able to demonstrate, in their personal statement, practical examples of how they fulfil the person specification.
Plan and deliver engaging lessons and practical sessions in bricklaying and related construction skills.
Assess learner progress through practical and written work.
Support learners in achieving brick layer standards, Diplomas, or Apprenticeship qualifications.
Maintain health and safety standards in workshop environments.
Provide mentorship and career guidance.
Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of teaching resources.
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
* Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
* Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
* LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 23.68%)
* 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.
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.
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