Trainee History Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Apprenticeship route (D936)

Lift Schools; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Schools in Milton Keynes offers a History Teacher Training Programme through an Apprenticeship route. Trainees earn while they learn, gaining practical classroom experience and working toward a PGCE and QTS.

Participants are mentored by experienced teachers, engage in weekly training, and join Lift Schools' nationwide trainee network to grow their subject knowledge and teaching confidence in History.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with a 2:2 or higher by programme start.
• A History-related degree is preferred.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at least Grade 4 (C) or equivalent.
• Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.
• Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Responsibilities

• Gain practical classroom experience under supervision as you train.
• Receive ongoing mentoring from experienced teachers and tutors.
• Attend weekly training sessions to develop teaching skills.
• Join a nationwide network of Lift Schools trainees for collaboration.

Education

Degree with 2:2 or above

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Start your teacher training journey with Lift Schools:Train to teach History

Are you looking to become a History Teacher and start a rewarding career in education?

Our school-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme gives you the opportunity to learn directly in the classroom, supported by experienced teachers and mentors. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this Apprenticeship route let's you earn while you learn whilst working towards yourPostgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

You will spend the majority of your time gaining practical classroom experience, putting pedagogical theory into practice, and building your teaching confidence throughout the school year.

Programme key details

• Role title: Trainee History Teacher (Apprenticeship route)
• Qualifications earned: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) & Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) & Level 6 Apprenticeship
• Programme duration: 1 Year (Full-time)
• Key dates: Summer School (2 – 13 August 2027)

Why choose our Initial Teacher Training Programme?

Our school-based teacher training gives you the perfect balance of practical classroom experience and expert academic grounding:

• No tuition fees: On the Apprenticeship route, your university fees are already paid
• Practical classroom experience: Gain hands-on teaching practice as an apprentice History teacher, backed by dedicated 1-on-1 mentoring.
• Fully supported progression: Your personal tutor and in-school coach guide you as you gradually take on more independent teaching responsibility.
• Network & community: Spend half a day every week in dedicated training sessions alongside fellow trainees from across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.

What the Teacher Training Programme includes

Two-week Summer School (August 2027)

Prepare for your training year with two weeks of focused learning. Our Summer School (2 – 13 August 2027) helps you enter the classroom with a strong foundation in educational theory, lesson planning, and behaviour management.

Personalised mentoring & coaching

You will never feel on your own. A dedicated subject tutor and in-school mentor provide ongoing advice, weekly feedback, and tailored career support.

Targeted weekly training

Weekly training modules enhance the practical teaching skills you apply in the classroom every day.

Nationwide support network

Connect with current trainees and alumni across our 62 schools nationwide. As part of Lift Schools, you will benefit from a collaborative peer network throughout your training year and into your Early Career Framework (ECF) years.

Recognised PGCE & QTS qualifications

Graduate with both a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for our History Teacher Training, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Degree: An undergraduate degree with a 2:2 classification or above (or equivalent) by the start of the programme. A degree in History(or a related field) is preferred. Alternatively, a strong A-Level in History (Grade C or above) will be considered.
• GCSEs: Grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE English & Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Status: Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.
• Teaching status: Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

About our school

Lift Sir Herbert Leon is an 11–16 mixed comprehensive school in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. The academy offers excellent learning facilities, particularly in Sport and the Arts, including a theatre/cinema, a library and a swimming pool.

Our work is underpinned by our core values of Ambition, Kindness, Respect, and Determination, which shape how we learn, work, and grow together as a community.
The school's vision is to ensure that every student rises to ambitious challenges and experiences success both academically and personally. The school strongly emphasises removing barriers and enabling every student to thrive, with strong partnerships with families and the wider community at the heart of this approach.

In recent years, it has been judged ‘Good' by Ofsted in each area (October 2024), won ‘Secondary School of the Year 2025' at the Milton Keynes Education Awards, and achieved its best-ever English & Maths combined GCSE scores at 4+ (63%) and 5+ (46%) in summer 2026.

You'll join a dedicated team of colleagues working together to provide our students with an excellent education and a positive school experience.

Our commitment to equal opportunities

We are committed to building a diverse teaching workforce reflecting the communities we serve. We provide robust support systems to ensure every trainee teacher reaches their full potential regardless of background.

Ready to train to teach?

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in education. Join our History Teacher Training Programme: