Come and work with us!
If you’re interested in becoming a Local Leader of Maths Education (LLME) for the Matrix Maths Hub, you can start your journey by participating in one or more of the NCETM’s centrally-run professional development programmes. All programmes are fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme so are free to participants and their schools.
The deadline to apply for 2026/27 is 5pm on 23rd April 2026.
Here are a few pointers to help you choose the right programme for you:
Primary Mastery Specialist Programme
Is your school part of the Primary Teaching for Mastery Programme? If so, you are ideally placed to apply for the Primary Mastery Specialist Programme.
This programme supports individuals to develop and embed expertise in leading maths pedagogy and knowledge of how pupils learn maths. In the first year of the programme, three residentials (one per term) provide an opportunity to develop a deep understanding of Teaching for Mastery.
To find out more and apply for 2026/27, please CLICK HERE
“Becoming an LLME has had a massive impact on my life as an educator. It has not only helped me with subject knowledge and confidence, but it’s allowed me to network with like-minded people who all have children’s outcomes at heart.”
Primary Mastery Specialist Programme participant
Secondary Mastery Specialist Programme
If you’ve been a Secondary maths teacher for at least two years and would like to become a specialist in Teaching for Mastery, this one’s for you! Over a minimum of three years you will first work on your own understanding and practice, then within your own department, and finally as a Local Leader of Maths Education for the Matrix Maths Hub.
To help you become a leader of professional development, you will also be enrolled in the NCETM’s PD Lead Programme during the second year of the Secondary Mastery Specialist Programme.
To find out more and apply for 2026/27, please CLICK HERE
To view a summary feature from the NCETM on the benefits of becoming a Secondary Mastery Specialist, please click here.
“I’m a different teacher because of this programme. The students are happier, they feel safer to take risks in my lessons, and across the department students are retaining their knowledge. Our GCSE results this year were phenomenal, and that’s because of the collaborative planning and professional development we’ve done through the Maths Hub. It’s completely changed the way we teach.”
Secondary Mastery Specialist Programme participant
Post-16 Mastery Specialist Programme
This is a two-year professional development programme leading to the designation of Post-16 GCSE/FSQ Mastery Specialist. It is aimed at those who teach GCSE Maths resit and/or Functional Skills Qualifications (FSQs). Your FE establishment will need to nominate you as a lead teacher to develop as a Mastery Specialist.
During the first year, the emphasis will be on developing your knowledge, understanding and skills for teaching mastery in your own establishment. You will then join a collaborative cohort of Mastery Specialists who will support you during their second year.
To find out more and apply for 2026/27, please CLICK HERE
Professional Development Lead Programme
Are you a maths teacher or Head of Department who enjoys finding ways to approach to problem solving and engaging your students? Do you have a passion for professional development? We are looking for outstanding maths practitioners who lead the teaching of maths in their school to join this fully funded one year programme. Upon successful completion, you will have the opportunity to become a Work Group Lead for the Matrix Maths Hub!
To find out more and apply for 2026/27, please CLICK HERE
School Development Lead Programme
Would you like to work with Maths Leads and SLT’s in other schools to improve their maths departments? Are you already a PD Lead in a Primary or Secondary school? If so you are ideally placed to join our fully funded one year School Development Lead Programme.
After completing this programme, we will work together with you to find the school or schools that are the best fit for you to support.
To find out more and apply for 2026/27, please CLICK HERE
To view the NCETM’s School Development Lead ‘Spotlight’, please click here
LLME Spotlights
If you’d like a bit more information before you take the plunge, please take a look at the NCETM’s ‘spotlight’ series HERE. This offers some great insights into the role of LLMEs across the country and across all phases. Definitely worth a read if you’re thinking of applying!
