Lecturer and Programme Leader Beauty Therapy

Lecturer and Programme Leader Beauty Therapy

Salon Professionals

• Location: Sunderland
• Salary: £31,375 to £40,912 per annum
• Post Type: Full Time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Friday 25 September 2026
• Reference: 0703-26

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 prioritise 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.

Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives

If you're making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers.

In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government's targeted retention incentive (formerly "levelling-up premium") payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects.

Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy.

About The Candidate

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Beauty Therapy professional to join our ambitious and forward-thinking team at Sunderland College.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Beauty Therapy Programme Lead & Lecturer to join our salon professionals team and play a key role in delivering an outstanding learner experience across our Level 2 and Level 3 Beauty Therapy programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an industry professional who is passionate about sharing their knowledge, developing future talent and preparing learners for successful careers within the beauty industry. You will bring a strong combination of industry expertise, teaching experience and a genuine passion for supporting learners to achieve their potential.

As a key member of our collaborative and dedicated team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring our learners develop the technical skills, professional knowledge and confidence required to thrive in the workplace.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sessions, ensuring curriculum relevance and alignment with the awarding body and college policies.
• Develop learning resources, plan engaging lessons and maintain accurate student records and assessment documentation.
• Lead and coordinate programme delivery, ensuring courses are well organised, compliant and responsive to student and industry needs.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and wellbeing, providing guidance, feedback and appropriate support where required.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, employers and external partners to enhance the student experience and industry engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum development, student recruitment activities, quality improvement initiatives and departmental projects.
• Lead on quality assurance and compliance for your study programmes.

Qualifications

Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification

Essential Skills & Experience

A minimum of 2 years of working within the sector.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Level 5 teaching qualification is desirable and candidates will need to commit to

What's in it for you?

Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises 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 - depending on role
• 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities.

We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply.

As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive.

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.

Please contact should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.