Lecturer in English: creative and professional writing

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 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.

The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas. 

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen within The Faculty of Education, Society and Creative Industries to join our ambitious and dynamic team as a Lecturer in English: creative and professional writing. Within this role you will be teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate modules, including preparing teaching materials, formative feedback and summative marking, particularly for BA (Hons) English: creative and professional writing and BA (Hons) English: creative and professional writing with TESOL at partner colleges. 

This is a 0.6 permanent position.

What you can bring 

The successful candidate will –

Be a commercially-published creative or professional writerHave excellent industry contacts in the publishing world or associated areasHave experience in teaching at higher education level

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.

Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays. 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 Friday 6th March 2026 (23.59 GMT).

Please note that applications are only accepted via the University of Sunderland's job portal, we do not accept CVs as part of the process.

For any further information, please contact Barbara Henderson, programme leader BA (Hons) English: creative and professional writing 

Email [email protected] 

Closing Date: 06 Mar 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £38,786 to £46,049 Per annum pro rata - £23,271 - £27,629