Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training, SEND) - Salaried route (D830)

Lift Schools; Chobham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaried route

No university fees (salaried route)

One-on-one mentoring

Job summary

Lift Schools, in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, offers a salaried Maths Teacher Training programme that combines hands-on classroom experience with academic study. Trainees earn while they learn, preparing for a PGCE and QTS through supported mentored teaching across the school year.

The programme includes a two-week Summer School, personalised mentoring, weekly training modules, and a nationwide network of trainees.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with 2:2 classification or above by the start of the programme.
• Degree in Maths, STEM, or related field preferred.
• Alternatively, a strong A-Level in Maths (Grade C or above) will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical classroom experience as a trainee Maths teacher.
• Work with experienced teachers and mentors.
• Weekly training and tailored career support through in-school coaching.

Education

Degree in maths STEM or related field

Strong A-Level in Maths

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 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 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 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).
• SEND experience: This programme requires a minimum of 3 months experience within SEN (Special Educational Needs).

About Our School

Lift Wishmore is a special school in Chobham, Surrey for boys aged 7 to 16 years who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties. We can admit up to 82 pupils which means that class sizes are small and we work very closely with our students to ensure they get the most out of each day with us. Set in beautiful grounds, we provide high quality CPD to all staff routed through the instructional excellence model.

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.