The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join the vibrant School of Education and contribute to our International Initial Teacher Training programmes, as part of the Secondary Education team.

This is a great opportunity to be involved in the development and delivery of our PGCE iQTS (Secondary) provision at the University of Sunderland. The successful candidate will also support with our Assessment Only Route to QTS programme, with the potential of supporting in the delivery of our Secondary On-Campus programmes. You will contribute to the planning, delivery and assessment of trainee teachers across the world via distance learning. 

You will work closely with an experienced team of educators, contributing to curriculum development, subject specialist sessions, student support, and our quality assurance processes. This role offers the opportunity to shape innovative approaches, while supporting trainee teachers to achieve professional recognition and success.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in teaching and learning and will contribute to the planning, delivery and assessment of teaching on the PGCE iQTS (Distance Learning) and Assessment Only Route to QTS. The role has a particular focus on supporting international trainee teachers and educators, so experience of working in international education or with internationally based learners is highly desirable. The post holder will deliver high quality, research informed teaching and learning that inspires, empowers and equips students with real world, applicable skills that support global employability.

You will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: 

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. 

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability. 

Closing date: Thursday 2nd July (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Pamela Burnip. Acting Associate Head of School for Secondary and FES ITT

pamela.burnip@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 02 Jul 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £38,786 to £46,049

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Sunderland Medical School was one of only five new Medical Schools established to address the regional imbalance of medical education places across England and to widen access to ensure that the profession reflects the communities it serves. 

At full capacity we have a cohort of 585 Medical Students. The School of Medicine sits within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at Sunderland University which has a track-record of excellence in science and healthcare education spanning almost 100 years. Our programme allows medical students to learn within our state-of-the-art teaching and learning spaces, including outstanding laboratory facilities, the latest in high fidelity clinical simulation equipment and some of the best hospital, third sector and GP settings in England.

Your next opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dynamic Fitness to Practise Lead with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

As Fitness to Practise (FtP) Lead, you will provide academic and operational leadership for Fitness to Practise processes within the MBChB programme.

You will be responsible for delivering the School of Medicine Fitness to Practise Policy and supporting procedures ensuring that school policy meets the requirements for FtP as outlined by the GMC and aligns to the University of Sunderland Fitness to Practise Policy.

You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and key departments to drive initiatives and ensure alignment across all levels, working closely with NHS & placement partners on matters relating to student professionalism, conduct, and patient safety.

This is a fixed-term post for 3-years and salary will be discussed at offer stage against the Clinical Academic Pay Scale.

Is this you?

The successful candidate be a GMC Registered Doctor of Medicine (MBBS/MBChB) and will have experience of Fitness to Practise processes within medical education, as well as proven and in depth understanding of the NHS and Higher Education environment and the complex dynamics of their relationship.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: 

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. 

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability. 

Closing date: Sunday 28^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Undergraduate Programme Lead - Professor Mark Shipley 

Mark.Shipley@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Team: Academic

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

We are seeking an experienced social media practitioner to work as an academic tutor to deliver teaching and assess student work on modules on our BA (Hons) Social Media Management course.

Academic tutors are required to cover scheduled teaching activity with additional remunerated time for preparation and assessment, subject to qualifications and areas of specialism.

This position is to cover up to 48 hours across 2026/27. 

Is this you?

Knowledge of topics including social media strategy, community engagement, user motivation, gamification, participation approaches, moderation, and user roles. Experience using the above skills is required.

You will have the ability to engage in these topics to deliver professions-facing teaching which leads to students being able to successfully apply these concepts to building and managing their own digital communities.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date:  Tuesday 30^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Lisa Hadwin, acting programme leader, BA (Hons) Social Media Management

lisa.hadwin@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Team: Academic