Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Salaried route (P850)

Lift Schools; Lightpill; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Schools is offering a salaried Initial Teacher Training programme for aspiring Maths teachers. You will train in a school-based setting and earn while you learn, working toward a PGCE and QTS with guidance from experienced mentors.

The 1-year, full-time pathway combines practical classroom experience, weekly training, and a nationwide network of trainees within Lift Schools, culminating in recognised PGCE & QTS qualifications.

Qualifications

• 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 & Maths (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).

Education

Undergraduate degree with 2:2 or above

Maths/STEM degree preferred

Strong A-Level in Maths (Grade C or above)

GCSE English & Maths Grade 4/C or above

Right to live and work in the UK

Must not currently hold QTS

Job description

Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Salaried route (P850)

Start your teacher training journey with Lift Schools: Train to teach MathsAre 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, the salaried route let's you earn while you learn whilst working towards your Postgraduate 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 (Salaried route)
• Qualifications earned: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) & Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Programme duration: 1 Year (Full-time)
• Key dates: Summer School (2 - 13 August 2027)

Why choose our Initial Teacher Training Programme?

• No tuition fees: On the Salaried route, your university fees are already paid
• Practical classroom experience: Gain hands‑on teaching practice as an unqualified 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

• 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

About our schoolMarling 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 opportunitiesWe 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:

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Company: Lift Schools Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: GL5 4HE Job type: Contract Posting date: 16 Oct 2026 Closing date: 15 Nov 2026