Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Apprenticeship route (V716)
Lift Schools
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Lift Schools invites aspiring maths teachers to train through a school-based ITT programme with Ark Teacher Training, earning while you learn toward a PGCE and QTS. The 1-year full-time programme combines classroom practice, mentoring, and weekly training across 62 schools nationwide, including a two-week Summer School in August 2027.
Eligibility includes a Maths or STEM degree with a 2:2+, GCSEs in English and Maths (grade 4/C or higher), and the right to work in the UK; applicants must not
Qualifications
- Degree in Maths or STEM (2:2 or higher) is preferred.
- GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
- Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the year.
- Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Skills
Education
Job description
Are you looking to become a Maths 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.
- Role title: Trainee Maths 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)
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 Maths 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.
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.
You will never feel on your own. A dedicated subject tutor and in-school mentor provide ongoing advice, weekly feedback, and tailored career support.
Weekly training modules enhance the practical teaching skills you apply in the classroom every day.
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.
Graduate with both a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
To be eligible for our Maths 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 Maths, STEM, (or a related field) is preferred. Alternatively, a strong A-Level in Maths (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).
Lift New Rickstones is graded ‘Good' (November 2023) and has a state-of-the-art building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff. Over the last eight years, the school has seen a significant increase in student numbers, with the number of students on roll more than doubling. The school is a popular choice in the local area, is oversubscribed, and has added another new building to meet this demand.
Lift New Rickstones is a great place to work, with a friendly and supportive team. Staff numbers have also increased, and the school is proud to boast high retention rates. Development is a priority, with an extensive and successful CPD programme to further develop our excellent staff.
Every member of staff is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team, and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within and beyond the school.
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.
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in education. Join our Maths Teacher Training Programme:
- Safer Recruitment Statement - September 2026.pdf
- Lift Teacher Training Programme Guide 2027 (1).pdf
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