The Universities Council for the Education of Teachers
The Universities Council for the Education of Teachers acts as a national forum for the discussion of matters relating to the education of teachers and professional educators, and to the study of education in the university sector and contributes to the formulation of policy in these fields. Its members are UK universities involved in teacher education, and a number of colleges of higher education in the university sector.

Our vision
High educational and personal achievement for all learners through excellence in teacher education.
Our mission
To act as an independent and authoritative voice on teacher education while supporting the quality, sustainability and professionalism of teacher education by encouraging cohesive partnerships, engaging constructively with stakeholders and drawing on research from across the UK and internationally.
Promoting high standards in the education and professional development of teachers
External Examiners
- Secondary Undergraduate Physical Education. • B.Ed Secondary Education with Physical Education – the...Plymouth Marjon University
- External Moderators for its Secondary ITE (QTS) provision. External Moderators are sought for a 3...Plymouth Marjon University
- Primary PGCE External Examiner (Primary/EYFS) The UCL Institute of Education provides a range of...UCL, Institute of Education
Members' Job Vacancies
- Science Curriculum Tutor, PGCE - WalesThe Open University
- Senior Lecturer: Secondary Science Initial Teacher Education Full time, Permanent ContractNewman University
- Associate Dean: Teacher EducationEdge Hill University
