Programme Leader GCSE English

Programme Leader for GCSE English (Sunderland College)

Location: Sunderland

Salary: £31,375 to £40,912 per annum pro rata

Post type: Full Time

Contract type: Fixed Term - Ends 31/12/2026

Closing Date: 23:59 GMT on Friday 20 February 2026

Reference: 0049-26

Deliver GCSE English to our 16‑18 study programme students, preparing them for their November and Summer GCSE exams and supporting them to make positive progress from their varying starting points. As a maternity cover teacher (until December 2026), you will be passionate about unlocking students’ potential, unafraid to innovate in your teaching and driven to provide the best possible learning experiences for our GCSE resit students.

• Plan, teach and assess GCSE English lessons in line with curriculum standards.
• Support individual students to progress and achieve high attainment.
• Prepare students for their upcoming exams.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date student records.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice.

• Teaching Qualification (Level
  5) or commitment to achieve within first 2 years.
• Level 6 (degree) qualification.

• Generous holiday allowance ranging between 35‑48 days per year, plus public holidays (excl. Term Time Only contracts).
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role).
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme (dependent on role 15.7%‑28.68%).
• Access to my Lifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• Health cash plans: dental, eye care & health.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub.
• Free parking on most campuses.
• Free Gym access available at Bede Campus.

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, including under‑represented groups in ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Sunderland College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.