Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Apprenticeship route (W193)

Lift Schools; Rodborough; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No tuition fees

Mentoring support

Weekly training sessions

Job summary

Lift Schools invites aspiring Maths teachers to join our school-based ITT programme, delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training. This Apprenticeship route lets you earn while you learn, while working towards a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

You will spend the majority of the year in real classrooms with experienced mentors, building practical teaching confidence and applying pedagogy. Graduates gain PGCE and QTS and join Lift Schools’ nationwide network of campuses and ongoing

Qualifications

• Degree: 2:2 or higher by start of programme.
• GCSE English & Maths grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Right to live and work in the UK for duration of training year.

Responsibilities

• Learn in real classroom settings with experienced mentors.
• Receive weekly training and tailored support.
• Complete ITT apprenticeship to earn PGCE and QTS.

Skills

Maths knowledge

Teaching potential

Mentoring support

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

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

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.

Programme key details

• 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)

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 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.

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 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).

About our school

Marling School

We are a vibrant and diverse grammar school where academic excellence, personal growth, and strong community values go hand in hand.

At Marling School, students are known as individuals, supported to thrive and encouraged to aim high. We're proud of our tradition of academic success, but equally proud of the character and creativity that define our community. Our motto, Abeunt Studia in Mores - 'Let us go forward through study to character' - reflects our belief that education is about more than results. It's about developing thoughtful, resilient young people ready to make a positive impact in the world.

We are a community built on strong relationships, where every individual is known, valued, and respected. We embrace the diversity of backgrounds and experiences, and it is the strength of our connections that defines us.

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 Maths Teacher Training Programme:

• Safer Recruitment Statement - September 2026.pdf
• Lift Teacher Training Programme Guide 2027 (1).pdf