Lecturer and Programme Lead - Health

Sunderland College; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Teacher/ LGPS or Pension

Wellbeing support

Free parking on campuses

Job summary

Sunderland College is seeking a Lecturer and Programme Lead - Health in Sunderland. This permanent, part-time role (22.5 hours per week) offers an opportunity to lead health programmes and inspire the next generation of health and care professionals.

You will bring industry knowledge, engage learners, and help students develop practical skills for progression into employment or further study. A relevant degree and teaching qualification are preferred, with support to develop teaching skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a health, healthcare, nursing, social care or related subject.
• Relevant professional qualification/registration appropriate to their area of healthcare practice, where applicable.
• Teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards an appropriate teaching qualification.
• Relevant experience working within the health or care sector, with up-to-date knowledge of professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging teaching across a range of Health and Social Care programmes.
• Bring current industry knowledge into the classroom and make learning relevant to healthcare settings.
• Develop practical learning experiences using Health Hub and immersive facilities.
• Support students to develop practical, technical and professional skills for progression.
• Create an inclusive learning environment where all students feel supported and valued.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and achievement, providing appropriate support and intervention.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Health sector experience

Education

Health-related degree

Teaching qualification (desirable)

Job description

Lecturer and Programme Lead - Health

Location: Sunderland Salary: £31,375 to £40,912 per annum pro rata Post Type: Part Time Hours per Week: 22.5 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 13 November 2026 Reference: 0883-26

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. 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.

For the 2024 Ofsted Report, graded outstanding across all areas, see: Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, we prioritise 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.

Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives

If you’re making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme, a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers. In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government’s targeted retention incentive (formerly “levelling-up premium”) payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects. Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider; they do not apply to every vacancy. Find out more about both initiatives through the links below.

• Taking Teaching Further - Taking Teaching Further
• Targeted Retention Incentive - Targeted Retention Incentive

About The Candidate

Are you an experienced healthcare professional ready for a new challenge? Could you see yourself using your knowledge, skills and experience to inspire the next generation of health and care professionals? Whether you are an experienced educator or a nurse, healthcare practitioner or other health professional considering a move into teaching.

You will bring current industry knowledge, a passion for your profession and a genuine desire to help others learn and succeed. You will be confident sharing your expertise, able to build positive relationships with learners and committed to creating an engaging, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

You will ideally have an appropriate degree and teaching qualification, or be willing to work towards one. Most importantly, we are looking for someone with relevant experience in the health sector who can bring the realities of professional practice into the classroom.

You don't need to be an experienced teacher to make a difference. If you have the right professional experience, enthusiasm and passion for developing others, we will support you to develop your teaching skills and make the transition from healthcare professional to lecturer.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into education while continuing to make a real difference — helping students develop the knowledge, confidence, practical skills and professional behaviours they need to build successful careers in health and care.

About The Role

You’ll play a key role in inspiring and developing the next generation of health and care professionals, bringing your industry knowledge and experience to life in the classroom and practical learning environment.

Our Health and Care provision is thriving and continues to grow, delivering programmes from Level 1 through to Level 4, alongside T Level Health and adult provision. You’ll work with a diverse range of learners, helping them develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours they need to progress into employment, higher education and rewarding careers within the health sector.

Role Responsibilities

As a Lecturer in Health and Social Care, you will use your professional knowledge and experience to inspire, support and develop our students, helping them to build the skills and confidence needed for successful careers in health and care.

You Will

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality teaching across a range of Health and Social Care programmes, from Level 1 to Level 4, including T Levels and adult provision.
• Bring your current industry knowledge and professional experience into the classroom, helping students understand how their learning applies to real-world healthcare settings.
• Develop innovative and practical learning experiences using our outstanding Health Hub and immersive learning facilities.
• Support students to develop their practical, technical and professional skills, preparing them for progression into employment, higher education or further study.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel supported, valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and achievement, providing appropriate support and intervention where required.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a health, healthcare, nursing, social care or related subject.
• Relevant professional qualification/registration appropriate to their area of healthcare practice, where applicable.
• Teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards an appropriate teaching qualification.
• Relevant experience working within the health or care sector, with up-to-date knowledge of professional practice.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Relevant experience within the health and care sector, with a good understanding of current practice, professional standards and the expectations of the healthcare workforce.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and industry partners.
• The ability to share your knowledge and professional experience in an engaging and accessible way, making complex topics understandable and relevant to learners.

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

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), 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.