Professional development to enable you to introduce and embed teaching for mastery across your department.

What is involved?

This two-year programme supports secondary maths teachers to become experts in teaching for mastery and lead change within their schools.

Participants will strengthen their classroom practice and learn how to support colleagues. They will explore the NCETM’s The Essence of Mathematics Teaching for Mastery, working closely with their subject leader to embed these approaches across the department by designing and leading CPD for their colleagues. Participants will also complete the NCETM Professional Development Lead Programme, integral to gaining the skills to lead effective CPD.

Who can take part?

Secondary maths teachers in state-funded schools in England with QTS and at least two years’ teaching experience can apply. Applicants should be committed to developing their own teaching and supporting improvement across their department. There is also an expectation that the school’s subject leader will participate in the Secondary Maths Subject Leaders Community.

What will you learn?

• You will deepen classroom practice and help students build deep, connected mathematical understanding
• You will complete the NCETM PD Lead accreditation and learn how to support colleagues through CPD
• You will take part in 7.5 days of professional development, including workshops, school-based activity and collaborative planning
• You will observe teaching for mastery in other secondary and primary schools

What is the cost?

The programme is fully-funded by the Maths Hubs Programme so is free to participating schools.

Find further information about this programme on the NCETM website here.

How to apply

Applications for the 2026/27 programme have now closed. 

To express your interest in becoming a Secondary Mastery Specialist, starting in 2027/28, please click here.