Job Description

About the University of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.


The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas.


Our provision for Primary Initial Teacher Training continues to grow and includes the following programmes which lead to QTS: BA (Hons) Primary Education, BA (Hons) Primary and SEND Education, PGCE Primary Education, PGCE Primary School-Based and Apprenticeship routes, as well as a 2-year, part-time PGCE Primary programme. In addition, we offer a BA (Hons) Education Studies programme and a BA (Hons) Childhood Studies programme (both with Integrated Foundation Year). You will join our creative and enthusiastic Childhood and Primary Team and will contribute to our growing portfolio of programmes.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the vibrant School of Education and contribute to Primary Initial Teacher Training (ITT) recruitment, the training of prospective teachers and the promotion of teaching and learning, research and reach-out activities across the Faculty.


As a Senior Lecturer within the Childhood and Primary Education team, you will work across our range of provision, contributing to the wider developments in ITT provision and engaging in School Experience Supervision and Personal Academic Tutoring.

What you can bring

The successful candidate will be qualified to Master's level and will be required to hold Qualified Teacher Status with proven expertise in your subject in the primary phase.


You will have relevant experience of leadership at HE level. and demonstrate strong leadership skills.


You will have experience of recruitment and marketing activity in HE.


You will have experience of successful teaching at HE level.

What we can offer you

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays. Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future. Access to our "My Lifestyle Benefits Platform", where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate. Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being. Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.

Equality, diversity & inclusion

We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.


Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.


Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that

97%

of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 14 September (23.59 GMT).

For any informal enquiries please contact Associate Head of School, Allison Wilson (allison.wilson@sunderland.ac.uk)



Job Details
Department
Education, Society & Creative Industries - School of Education
Location
Sunderland Campus
Salary
46,756 to 58,228
Hours per Week
37
Closing Date
Sunday 14 September 2025
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Reference
0273-25-R