About the role

Are you a passionate and experienced mathematics educator ready to shape the next generation of teachers? We are seeking a Mathematics Specialist Curriculum Lead to play a key role in delivering and developing our PGCE Secondary Mathematics programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, research-led School of Education. You will:

Lead and deliver high-quality teaching across the PGCE Secondary Mathematics programme
Contribute to curriculum innovation and the development of new programmes
Support and mentor trainee teachers through close partnership with schools
Engage in school visits, recruitment activity, and professional development initiatives
Maintain strong links between academic research and classroom practice

You will also play an important role in curriculum design, quality assurance, and ongoing development of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provision.

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About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly skilled educator who brings:

A strong academic background (degree and Master’s in a relevant field)
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Significant, successful experience teaching in schools
Experience supporting or contributing to initial teacher education
The ability to design engaging learning experiences and inspire trainee teachers

You will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of mentoring and motivating learners at all levels. A commitment to professional development and scholarly engagement is essential.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be made to Dr Jake Halford at [email protected]

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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