Lecturer & Programme Lead: Computing

Lecturer & Programme Lead:
Computing at Sunderland College

Location: Sunderland
Salary: £30,168 to £39,338 per annum pro rata
Post Type: Part Time
Hours per Week: 18.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Reference: 0014-26

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 stá proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.

Further details are available in our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas.

Taking Teaching Further – a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers.
Targeted Retention Incentive – payments worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years teaching certain shortage subjects. Eligibility for both varies by role, subject area and provider, and they do not apply to every vacancy.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward‑thinking individual who combines deep subject expertise with outstanding interpersonal and leadership qualities. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, collaborator, and mentor – someone who fosters an inclusive learning environment and inspires both students and colleagues. Adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a genuine passion for student success are essential, as is a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in aika teaching and curriculum development.

This individual will be a catalyst for positive transformation – driving curriculum innovation, championing diversity in tech, and empowering students to solve real‑world challenges through computing. By embodying our core values, they will shape future‑ready graduates and contribute meaningfully to our institution's mission to create social and technological change. Their leadership will extend beyond the classroom, influencing industry engagement, community outreach, and the strategic direction of our computing programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of computing education within a forward‑thinking and inclusive academic environment. While not tied to a single project, the role plays a key part in the strategic development and delivery of our computing programmes, with scope to innovate in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering. As Programme Lead, you'll have the chance to influence curriculum design, collaborate with industry partners, and drive initiatives that support student success and employability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their academic career while making a real‑world impact.

• Lead the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of high‑quality computing programmes, ensuring curriculum relevance, industry alignment, and excellent learning experiences.
• Provide strong academic and pastoral support to students, including those with EHCPs or ALS needs, and actively support progression to higher education or employment.
• Embrace and implement digital learning technologies to enhance teaching, assessment, and student engagement, while sharing best practices across the team.
• Monitor and support student performance, attendance, and behaviour; contribute to interviews, inductions, parental engagement, and safeguarding procedures.
• Oversee quality assurance processes, including curriculum reviews, assessment…