Head of ITT Curriculum and Research (Primary) at Coventry University

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them.

Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us. 

Coventry University’s National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) is a global provider of postgraduate degrees, training and professional development for teachers and school/college leaders.  Our courses innovate in their flexibility and blend online and in-person delivery with school-based practice and a highly regarded tutorial programme. 

The Role

We offer a number of different routes into teaching, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the design and development of NITE’s Primary curriculum across all of our programmes.  You will work closely with the Director of ITT, the primary team and external curriculum experts to ensure our current and future programmes are well-researched and meet the high standards and expectations of NITE.

Our Successful Candidate

We are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable teacher educator with significant expertise in curriculum design and an up-to-date knowledge of research into best practice in primary education. The successful candidate will be a skilled multi-tasker who can work efficiently, at pace and with excellent attention to detail.

The Benefits

• As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:
• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• Up to 10% discretionary performance bonus 
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Further Information

For an informal discussion about the role with NITE’s Director of ITT, Claire Hawtin, please email claire.hawtin@coventry.ac.uk 

For more information on NITE please visit: www.coventry.ac.uk/nite

Start date: September 2024

Location: Knowlhill, Milton Keynes, MK5 8FR 

Closing Date: 14^th March 2024