Faculty of Social Sciences
School of Education and Lifelong Learning
Lecturer in Education (PGCE Primary)
Ref: ATS1323
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.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 29 September 2025
The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.