Programme leader Animal Management

Location:

Sunderland

Salary:

£30,168 to £39,338 per annum

Post Type:

Full Time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

23.59 hours GMT on Wednesday 03 December 2025

Reference:

R6

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

We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate programme leader in Animal Management to join our ambitious team at Northumberland college, Bede Campus, Sunderland. As a changemaker in this role you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of of our students. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate courage and who are able to take the initiative to lead a dynamic animal management programme supporting students to become potential leaders in their industry.

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

• The role is part-time and based at the Bede Campus
• The campus houses an extensive animal unit
• The curriculum also utilises a local commercial farm resource
• The Role included a range of professional development opportunities

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high quality, sequenced learning through career focused schemes of learning
• Provide an excellent experience to students through exemplary learning, teaching and standards of assessment
• Teach students to high standards using appropriate and varied student – centred approaches, embracing learning technologies to enhance the student experience.
• Actively engage in reflective practice and contribute to the wider professional development programme.
• Liaise effectively with the wider support team to ensure appropriate and high-quality academic support is provided as required.
• Participate in college recruitment and marketing events where required.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Education and training or equivalent
• L3 Vocational qualification (minimum)
• Level 2 Mathematics
• Level 2 English Language

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience of teaching in the FE sector
• Experience of working with young people in an educational setting
• Experience of planning and delivery of animal management sessions
• Experience of keeping records of student progress against achievements
• Experience of taking ownership of a programme of study

Desirable Skills & Experience – (Optional)

• L6 qualification in a relevant subject

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 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% %)
• 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.