School of Education and English
The School of Education and English includes a range of undergraduate and postgraduate Initial Teacher Training (ITT) courses in primary and secondary education. In addition, it has a range of full-time Education and English courses, and a substantial work-based education portfolio for those already supporting learning in educational settings.
The School of Education and English at the University of Bedfordshire is offering an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate colleague, with an active interest in teaching, research and enterprise, to join its established primary education team. We are seeking to appoint a member of academic staff with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to teach on, and lead practice in our primary education programmes. This includes: PGCE Primary Education with QTS (3-7); PGCE Primary Education with QTS (5-11); BA Primary Education with QTS (3-7); BA Primary Education with QTS (5-11). The post holder will play a key role in supporting and delivering a range of education units across these courses which lead to Qualified Teacher Status.
You will have knowledge and understanding of national and international perspectives in primary education as well as an understanding of contemporary research and development in this field, and substantial teaching and professional expertise. This will include mentoring student teachers, and a proven track record in sharing good practice and leading teacher development activities.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Perry Knight via email, [email protected]
Interviews will be held on the Bedford Campus, week beginning 7 September 2026
We kindly request that all applicants refrain from canvassing during the shortlisting process. Your applications will be thoroughly reviewed, and you will be contacted and informed of the outcome in due course.
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The post will be based at the Bedford Campus, with travel to other campuses as required.
The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.
At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key University value, and we are committed to creating an environment in which we celebrate and value the diversity of our staff and student community and provide fair opportunity and outcomes for all.
We recognise that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent and benefit from opportunities that the diversity of talent and thought creates.
We, therefore, particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Bedfordshire’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (particularly in roles in grades 7 and above), disabled people; LGBTQ+ people; and women in some senior grades.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave entitlement, free fitness classes and gym membership, flexible working arrangements, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies.
To Apply
Please visit our website www.beds.ac.uk/jobs.
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Please note a Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a fully completed University application form.
