Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Salaried route (X068)

Lift Schools; Hockley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Schools, in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, invites you to join our Maths Teacher Training Programme. The salaried route lets you earn while you learn towards PGCE and QTS.

You will spend the year gaining practical classroom experience under experienced mentors, with weekly training and a supportive in-school coaching system across our Lift Schools network.

Graduates leave with PGCE and QTS and are prepared to contribute to our 62 schools nationwide.

Qualifications

• Undergrad degree with 2:2 or above; maths/STEM preferred.
• GCSE English & Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• 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 experienced teachers.
• Receive weekly feedback and tailored career support from a dedicated tutor and in-school coach.
• Participate in weekly training modules to develop teaching skills.
• Graduate with PGCE and QTS upon programme completion.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2:2 or above (Maths/STEM preferred)

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

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, 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?

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

• 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

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

Lift Greensward has a long history ofacademic success, pastoral care and curriculum enrichment; having served the local community for generations it is a much loved and respected institution. As a school, we understand the importance of instilling a sense of community into those who pass through our care whilst at the same time ensuring that, when they leave us, they are ready to shape our globalised world. With an emphasis on good manners, respect, tolerance and acceptance, Lift Greensward can be rightfully proud of its students and staff. With our new buildings and open spaces, a dynamic curriculum offering opportunity for all and a pastoral care which sees everyone as an individual, I am confident that we have the right learning environment to ensure our 21st century learners are ready to embrace the challenges of our 21st century world.

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