Head of Initial Teacher Education

Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.

The Subject of Education, based within the School of Mind, Body and Society, is one of the larger academic areas at Goldsmiths and is underpinned by a strong ethos of research and teaching excellence. It has a well-established track record in international and funded research, a thriving doctoral community, large primary and secondary Initial Teacher Education programmes, a range of postgraduate provision, and a BA in Education.

This is a permanent, part-time role (0.8 FTE), 28 hours per week. The role-holder will primarily contribute to leadership, planning, and teaching across PGCE programmes. Depending on their qualifications and experience, they may also be expected to teach on the BA and MA programmes in Education and/or supervise students.

You will have a master's degree or above in education or a cognate discipline and significant recent and relevant experience (last three years) working as part of university-based Teacher Education Programmes. You will have a proven track record in strategic management, including involvement in self-evaluation and improvement planning activities.

Benefits
We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 22/ 28 days’ annual leave plus 6 paid closure days (4 at Christmas and 2 at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development and a broad range of wellbeing initiatives such as staff choir, running club, staff networks and creative writing classes.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion
At Goldsmiths, University of London, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion shape how we lead, learn, and work. We are committed to building an inclusive and respectful environment, removing barriers and addressing inequalities so that everyone in our community can belong and thrive.

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