Programme Manager

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in Sunderland is seeking a skilled Project Manager with a strong background in education to manage externally funded contracts. You will ensure compliance with funding requirements while developing lasting relationships with subcontractors. The ideal candidate has at least five years' experience in the education sector and is detail-oriented. Enjoy a generous benefits package including flexible working options, extensive holiday allowance, and free gym access at Bede Campus.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Free parking

Free gym access

Wellbeing support and benefits platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in the education sector.
• Experience managing education projects and contracts under funding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of externally funded contracts and projects.
• Lead implementation and monitoring of contracts and subcontractor performance.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education sector experience

Education

Relevant level 5 qualification

Job description

About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.

Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.

We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.

Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action‑orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

About the Candidate

We are looking for someone who has experience of working in education and managing projects and / or contracts with an eye for detail and the ability to work at pace in an ever changing environment

Role Responsibilities

• To manage a portfolio of the Group’s externally funded contracts and projects, ensuring delivery is fully compliant with funders’ requirements.
• To lead on the implementation, review and monitoring of the Group’s relevant contracts and projects including subcontractor financial performance.

To develop, actively manage and sustain strong, trusted partnering relationships with the Group’s subcontractors, maximising the benefits (business opportunities, financial, reputational) to both parties.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a relevant level 5 qualification

Essential Skills & Experience

At least five years’ experience in the education sector

Experience of managing education projects and contracts ensuring funding requirements are met in full

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, (dependent on role 15.7% – 28.68%)
• 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.

Free Gym access available at Bede Campus

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.

Safeguarding Statement

Education Partnership North East is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.