"Course Director"

We are seeking an inspiring and visionary Course Director to lead our Primary Undergraduate Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provision.

We are proud of our long-standing commitment to developing teachers who are creative, reflective, and deeply committed to making a difference in diverse communities. As we continue to reimagine teacher education for the future, we are looking for a Course Director who will bring innovation, and a strong sense of social purpose to this vital leadership role.

As Course Director, you will provide strategic and academic leadership for our primary undergraduate ITE course, ensuring a vibrant, research-informed curriculum that prepares future teachers to thrive in today’s complex educational landscape. You will champion creativity and inclusion, working closely with colleagues, schools, and partners to promote excellence in teaching, learning, and professional practice.

We are an inclusive, and ambitious institution located in the heart of one of the UK’s most dynamic cities. The School of Education is a community of passionate educators, researchers, and practitioners who are shaping the future of learning and teaching locally, nationally, and internationally.

We are proud to place anti-racism, social justice, creativity, and collaboration at the heart of all we do. If you share these values and want to lead a team that prepares the next generation of teachers to transform lives, then you are the kind of candidate we are looking for. Successful candidates will bring a passion for inclusive education, and will contribute to our reputation as an innovative, values-based School of Education. Candidates should have relevant school and HE experience, QTS, and a Masters or PhD.

Potential candidates are encouraged to make informal contact with the Head of Subject, Dr Pinky Jain – Pinky.Jain@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.

Closing date: Friday 28th November 2025 (23:59)

For more information and to apply please click the 'Apply' button above.

Working here means you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including our generous pension schemes, excellent holiday entitlements, flexible working, reduced study fees, subsidised fitness facilities and a lot more.

Please note that this post is subject to a criminal records check (Enhanced level).

We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly from black and minority ethnic candidates as members of these groups are currently under-represented at this level of post. All appointments will be based on merit.