Lecturer in Education (PGCE Primary)

Starting salary from £38,784 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the successful School of Education and Lifelong Learning at UEA (https://www.uea.ac.uk/about/school-of-education-and-lifelong-learning). The School is embarking on an exciting period of growth and development and is committed to Initial Teacher Education.   

We seek a Primary level specialist with relevant expertise in Geography, History and RE to join the successful Primary PGCE team. You will contribute to curriculum focused and professional development components of the programme and support of student teachers through their school placements. The role also involves the training and support of in-school mentors, student advising and contributing, as appropriate, to course level management and development. You may also contribute to teaching at undergraduate and post-graduate levels within the School of Education and Lifelong Learning.  

You must have an honours degree in a relevant field along with a master’s level or postgraduate qualification, hold qualified teacher status (QTS) and be able to satisfy all the essential criteria detailed in the relevant person specification. 

This full-time post is available on an indefinite basis from 1January 2026. 

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview. 

We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply, including male candidates and those who are disabled, LGBTQ+, and/or from Black, Asian or other minority ethnic backgrounds. We welcome applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child Barred List. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.

Closing date: 29 September 2025

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

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