Lecturer in Education (Mathematics)

University of the West of Scotland – School of Education & Social Sciences

Ayr campus (with some requirement to teach at Lanarkshire campus)

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 12 months

This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If requiring visa sponsorship, the successful applicant will also need to meet a range of individual criteria to satisfy Home Office requirements. If the role is offered on a part-time basis, this might also affect eligibility.

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THE POST – REQ000489 - Lecturer in Education (Mathematics)

The School of Education and Social Sciences is seeking a Lecturer (fixed term) in Secondary and Primary Mathematics within Initial Teacher Education. Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in Mathematics (or related discipline), a secondary Mathematics teaching qualification, and be qualified to Master’s level (or near completion). Fellowship of Advance HE is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality, research-informed teaching and play a key role in curriculum design, learning and teaching, and assessment. Strong knowledge of contemporary pedagogies, co-creation, active learning, and digital education is essential.

You will be expected to produce high‑quality research outputs appropriate to your career stage and demonstrate potential to secure external research funding. The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance student experience, attainment, and graduate outcomes.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in education, research, and international engagement.

The successful candidate should have the following: 

• An undergraduate degree in Mathematics or a closely related discipline.
• A teaching qualification in Secondary Mathematics.
• Full registration with GTC Scotland.
• A Master’s degree (or be near completion).
• Evidence of experience using a range of pedagogical approaches in teaching Mathematics at secondary level.
• Familiarity with pedagogical approaches appropriate for teaching mathematics at primary level.
• Evidence of learning, teaching and assessment experience within higher education.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of contemporary pedagogies.
• Experience in module and/or programme administration.
• Evidence of designing and delivering co‑creative, active learning and assessment. 

ABOUT US 

University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. 

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).

The School of Education & Social Sciences at UWS combines sector-leading education provision with strong expertise in social science teaching and research in the west of Scotland and beyond. You will join a supportive and committed team, playing a crucial role in the School’s commitment to social justice and making a difference locally, nationally and internationally. Our students benefit from innovative, practice-focused and research-informed courses, and deep-rooted partnerships with leading organisations across the world.

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 

• 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday
• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
• A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
• Fitness facilities across our campuses
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional, career and research development opportunities. 

Closing Date: Sunday 29^th March 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided)

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.

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UWS are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.

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