Lecturer & Programme Lead: Engineering

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sunderland seeks an enthusiastic engineering educator to inspire and teach the next generation. The role focuses on delivering high-quality lessons in advanced manufacturing and hydraulics, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education relevant to industry standards. This position offers professional development opportunities, involvement in curriculum design, and a chance to work with cutting-edge technologies.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year)

Flexible working options

Teacher Pensions Scheme

Retail discounts through myLifestyle platform

Dental, eye care & health cash plans

Extensive wellbeing support

Free parking on campuses

Qualifications

• Motivated and qualified engineer with strong industry-level skills.
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics and passion for teaching.
• Minimum 2 years industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver engaging, practical lessons.
• Monitor student progress and provide academic support.
• Develop learning materials and assess student work.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Workshop Management

Education

Level 4 or above in Engineering

L5 Teaching qualification or willing to work towards

L3 English and Maths

Tools

Industry-standard equipment

Digital Learning Resources

Job description

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

The Engineering department is a strategic priority and key growth area within the college and the local area. Our delivery includes study programmes, adult and commercial provision, and Apprenticeships at our City Campus in Sunderland.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative individual to engage with and inspire a new generation of engineers, supporting positive student experience, progress, and destination. This appointment offers the opportunity to play a key role in driving forward the quality of the advanced manufacturing engineering provision, reflecting the highest industry practices and standards.

The successful candidate will be a change maker, bringing fresh perspectives and creative solutions to enhance curriculum design, teaching methodologies, and student engagement. They will actively contribute to continuous improvement, ensuring our provision remains responsive to evolving industry demands and prepares students to excel in a competitive engineering landscape.

About you

You are a highly motivated, qualified engineer with strong industry-level skills, experience, and expertise. You hold an engineering qualification with a focus on Hydraulics and Pneumatics and are passionate about applying your knowledge to inspire and develop the next generation of engineers. Your practical experience and technical proficiency enable you to deliver high-quality teaching that reflects current industry standards and best practices.

About the Role

This role is not limited to a single project but is crucial for sustaining and developing the Engineering department’s advanced manufacturing and hydraulics provision. The candidate will contribute to ongoing curriculum development, apprenticeship delivery, and the growth of study programmes, playing a key role in multiple initiatives.

It is a fantastic opportunity to join a strategic and growing department within the college and local community. The role enables the successful candidate to inspire and shape the next generation of engineers while driving forward high-quality, industry-relevant teaching. This position offers a platform to be a change maker and make a lasting impact on both students and the wider engineering sector.

The role provides continuous professional development through collaboration with industry partners, access to the latest sector developments, and opportunities to lead innovative teaching approaches. The candidate can further develop leadership skills and influence the future direction of the engineering curriculum.

Additionally, the candidate will work with cutting-edge tools and technologies relevant to advanced manufacturing, hydraulics, and pneumatics, including industry-standard equipment and digital learning resources that support modern engineering education and hands-on training.

Role Responsibilities

1. Lesson Planning and Delivery

• Prepare and deliver engaging, practical, and theory-based lessons aligned with the curriculum (e.g., IMI or City & Guilds standards).
• Adapt teaching for different learning styles and abilities.

2. Student Monitoring and Support

• Track student progress and attendance.
• Provide academic support, mentoring, and pastoral care to ensure student success and wellbeing.

3. Workshop Management and Health & Safety Oversight

• Ensure the workshop environment is safe, clean, and well-equipped.
• Carry out risk assessments and enforce health & safety regulations.

4. Curriculum Development and Assessment

• Develop learning materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Mark student work and provide constructive feedback in line with awarding body standards.

5. Industry Liaison and Employer Engagement

• Maintain relationships with employers to arrange placements, apprenticeships, or site visits.
• Ensure the programme stays relevant to current industry practices and technologies.

6. Programme Administration and Quality Assurance

• Maintain accurate records (attendance, grades, assessments).
• Participate in internal quality assurance (IQA) processes and contribute to audits and inspections (e.g., Ofsted).

Qualifications

• Level 4 or above in Engineering
• L5 Teaching qualification or willing to work towards
• L3 assessors or willing to work towards
• L3 IQA or willing to working towards
• L2 or above in English and Maths
• Minimum 2 years industry experience
• Level 4 or above in Engineering
• L5 Teaching qualification or willing to work towards
• Knowledge of automation and robotics

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.

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