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

Lift Schools; Rivenhall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1-on-1 mentoring

Personal tutor & in-school coach

Weekly training sessions across Ark/Li

Job summary

Lift Schools is offering a salaried Initial Teacher Training programme to become a Maths Teacher. Trainees gain practical classroom experience while earning a salary, supported by a mentor and a dedicated tutor, and work toward a PGCE and QTS.

You will participate in two-week Summer School (2 - 13 August 2027) and receive in-school coaching, weekly training modules, and a nationwide training network across Lift Schools and Ark Teacher Training.

Qualifications

• Degree: 2:2 classification or above by start of programme; Maths/ STEM preferred.
• GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• 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

Bachelor's degree (2:2 or higher)

Maths/ STEM related degree preferred

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

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

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)
• 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 & coachingYou 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 trainingWeekly training modules enhance the practical teaching skills you apply in the classroom every day.

Nationwide support networkConnect 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 qualificationsGraduate 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 schoolLift 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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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Company: Lift Schools Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: CM8 2SD Job type: Contract Posting date: 27 Oct 2026 Closing date: 26 Nov 2026