Maths CPD leadership programmes now recruiting for 2026/27
Teachers in all phases are invited to apply for programmes to lead professional development and school-wide development
15/01/2026
The NCETM and Maths Hubs are now accepting applications for four programmes designed to develop teachers as experts in teaching for mastery and the leadership of professional development in 2026/27. The programmes are:
- Primary Mastery Specialist
- Secondary Mastery Specialist
- Professional Development Lead
- School Development Lead.
What do the programmes involve?
All the programmes are designed to develop teachers as local leaders of mathematics education (LLMEs), who lead various strands of activity of their Maths Hub at a local level.
The Primary Mastery Specialist Programme is now in its twelfth year, and the two-year Secondary Mastery Specialist Programme is in its eleventh year. All Mastery Specialists are classroom-based practitioners who develop teaching for mastery in their own classrooms and departments. In their second year, Primary Mastery Specialists begin working with other schools to support the development of teaching for mastery; Secondary Mastery Specialists may wish to work with other schools in future years, but this is no longer a requirement.
Professional Development Leads and School Development Leads are expert teachers of maths who have responsibility for maths-specific professional development beyond their own school.
How can you apply?
Follow the links above to visit the webpage of the programme you are interested in applying for, and download and read the Information Sheet carefully. When you have secured the support of your headteacher/senior leader, complete the online application form. The application window closes on 23 April 2026.