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.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our Master’s in Education programmes in the professional development of educators and the promotion of teaching and learning, research, and knowledge exchange activities across the faculty, in the vibrant School of Education at the University of Sunderland.
About the role
The School of Education is currently seeking to expand its pool of Academic Tutors. We are particularly interested in Academic Tutors who could act as module tutors for Master’s in Education modules. We are specifically looking to engage people with significant experience and expertise in SEND related practice which incorporates inclusive education and social emotional mental health. Additionally, experienced early years practitioners will bring additional desirable skills.
Alongside the specialism in SEND, support with delivery and marking on our distance learning/transnational education provision alongside thesis supervision are integral parts of the role. International education experience desirable. 280 hours fixed term ending on August 30th, 2025.
This is a part time opportunity and hours may vary dependent upon availability.
As an Academic Tutor in Professional Development, you will work within the academic team across the range of provision, and engage in several activities, including the development of teaching materials and high-quality delivery of these, marking of assessments, supporting student progress and supervision of research.
What you can bring
The successful candidate will hold a master’s in Education (or closely related subject) and should ideally have Qualified Teacher Status with proven expertise in your subject area.
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.
- 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 Monday 10th February (23.59 GMT).
For any informal enquiries please contact Gary Husband
gary.husband@sunderland.ac.uk