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 Role
We are excited to invite applications from enthusiastic and inspirational individuals to join our expanding Construction Team at Sunderland College. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified electricians — including those new to teaching — who are passionate about developing the next generation of industry professionals.
Whether you already have teaching experience or are an experienced electrician looking for a rewarding career change, we will provide full support, mentoring and professional development to help you thrive in the role.
We are seeking a candidate who can demonstrate strong practical and theoretical knowledge in Electrical Installation and deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practices up to Level 3. You will work with a dedicated and friendly team to support learners in achieving positive outcomes and progressing into successful careers.
There is significant potential for further development and expansion across this curriculum area, and you will play a key role in helping to shape the future of Electrical Installation at Sunderland College.
You will plan, promote, deliver, monitor and evaluate your teaching while supporting learners’ academic and personal progress. You will also build positive relationships with parents, employers and industry partners to ensure students receive an outstanding experience.
Role Responsibilities
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Plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate high-quality teaching, learning and assessment from Level 1 to Level 3 Electrical Installation.
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Take responsibility for the recruitment, retention, progress and achievement of students within your programme(s).
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Contribute to curriculum planning, internal and external quality assurance processes, and programme performance reviews.
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Provide high-quality academic and pastoral support, including tracking, monitoring and targeted intervention where required.
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Build and maintain strong employer links to support work experience, site visits and positive learner destinations.
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Support marketing and recruitment activities such as open events, school visits and applicant interviews.
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.
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Taking Teaching Further - Taking Teaching Further
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Targeted Retention Incentive - Targeted Retention Incentive
A Day in the Life of an Electrical Installation Lecturer
What Modules Will You Teach?
A typical teaching timetable will draw from the following core Level 3 Electrical Installation units:
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Apply Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations
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Electrical Scientific Principles and Technologies
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Understand Design and Installation Practices and Procedures
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Understand How to Plan and Oversee Electrical Work
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Understand Terminations and Connections of Conductors
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Inspection, Testing and Commissioning
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Understand Fault Diagnosis and Rectification
Class Size
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Typical class size: 16 students
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This allows for hands‑on support, practical supervision, and good learner engagement.
Weekly Hours Breakdown
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The role is 37 hours per week, including: 24 hours of teaching per week
These are timetabled lessons, generally split across:
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Classroom theory sessions
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Workshop-based practical sessions
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Tutorials and Global Skills
Departmental Duties – 13 hours per week
These hours support the broader delivery, quality, and improvement of the programme. Activities include:
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Developing learning materials
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Creating/marking assessments
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Internal quality assurance tasks
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Team meetings & professional discussions
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Standardisation with colleagues
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Student progress monitoring and admin
Fitting in a Teaching Qualification
If you do not already hold a teaching qualification:
How it works
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The qualification is completed within the first 2 years.
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Usually delivered one evening per week (3 hours).
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Coursework completed alongside the job.
Workload reduction to support your transition into education:
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You will receive 3 hours remission in your first year
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This reduces teaching from 24 hours to 21 hours per week
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Ensures time to complete training and settle into the role.
What Support Will They Be Given?
New lecturers joining the department can expect a strong network of support, typically including:
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Mentoring & Induction
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A dedicated mentor within the team
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Structured induction to systems, policies, and curriculum
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Professional Development
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Full support to achieve teaching qualifications
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Opportunities for CPD in electrical installation, teaching, and assessment
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Access to employer-led training opportunities
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Team Support
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Collaborative planning with colleagues
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Regular team meetings and standardisation sessions
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Shared resources and schemes of work
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Student & Admin Support
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Assistance from learning support teams
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Helpdesk and technical support
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Curriculum leadership guidance for planning and delivery
What a Typical Day Could Look Like
08:30 – 09:00 – Arrive, prepare lessons, check email and student updates
09:00 – 12:00 – Teach practical or theory-based classes
12:00 – 12:30 – Lunch
12:30 – 15:30 – Afternoon teaching session
15:30 – 17:00 – Marking, planning, curriculum development, team meetings
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.
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Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
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Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
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LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%)
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Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
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We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
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Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
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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.
Please contact [email protected] should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.
