Job Description

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Agriculture, Engineering and Animal Care

Location:

Sunderland

Salary:

24,309 per annum pro rata

Post Type:

Part Time Term Time

Hours per Week:

29.6

Weeks per Year:

40

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 21 October 2025

Reference:

0725-25

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

Are you passionate about empowering young people to thrive as they transition into through college? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate progress and development tutor to join our supportive Animal Management team at Bede Campus. As a changemaker in this role you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of of our students.

Within this land based subject, we are dedicated to providing high-quality education and training and you will play a crucial part in supporting our students' progress and personal development, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking authentic individuals who will foster open and honest communication within the team. We strive for excellence in all we do, so we seek individuals who are passionate about continuous learning and delivering education to the highest standards. We value and show respect for our colleagues and students in everything we do.

About the Role

As a key part of the role, you will provide assertive and proactive personal support to students, helping to ensure high levels of attendance, punctuality, retention, and academic progress--particularly in core areas such as English and maths. You'll work closely with teaching teams, support staff, parents, and students themselves to create a supportive environment where every learner can flourish and achieve their personal goals. With responsibility for a specific caseload, you will coach students individually and in groups, setting meaningful targets, implementing timely interventions, and using tools such as eILP (ProMonitor) to track and monitor progress. A core focus will be on identifying and supporting "At Risk" students and closing achievement gaps, actively contributing to positive progression into further education, training, or employment.

Role Responsibilities

Planning and delivery of engaging session focused on the preparation for adulthood framework Offering 1-2-1 and group based pastoral support tailored to individual needs and to support attendance, punctuality and progess of student in all elements of their study programme Work collaboratively with programme leaders, EHCP coordinators, families and external agencies to maintain attendance, retention, achievement and progression Implement strategies to build confidence and self-esteem to develop a growth mindset model Monitoring learner progress, drawing up agreed action plans to support and contribute to review documentation

Qualifications

GCSE maths grade 4 or above GCSE English grade 4 or above Level 3 qualification in a related subject

Essential Skills & Experience

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Experience of working with young people and adults Excellent communication and presentation skills both written and verbal and to a wide range of audiences Suitability to work with children Excellent organisational skills

Desirable Skills & Experience - (Optional)

Knowledge of land based industry Previous experience of working in an FE setting

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% - 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.


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 (Insert name at contact email) should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.