Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Tuition Fee-paying route (A401)

Lift Schools; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Schools invites aspiring Maths teachers to join its school-based Initial Teacher Training programme. Trainees gain hands-on classroom experience while working toward a PGCE and QTS through Ark Teacher Training, supported by mentors and a dedicated tutor.

The programme runs for one year full-time, with a Summer School from 2 – 13 August 2027 and a focus on practical teaching, lesson planning, and professional development within Lift Schools’ Birmingham context.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with 2:2 or above; Maths/STEM preferred.
• GCSE English and Maths 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

• Learn directly in the classroom under supervision of experienced teachers and mentors.
• Gain practical classroom experience and apply pedagogical theory in practice.
• Participate in weekly training modules and 1-on-1 coaching.
• Complete the PGCE and QTS through Ark Teacher Training in partnership with Lift Schools.

Education

Degree with 2:2 or higher

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 for the training year

Must not currently hold QTS

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, 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 (Tuition Fee-paying 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?

• Tax-free Bursary: On the Tuition Fee-paying route, a tax-free bursary of £29,000 is available, subject to eligibility.
• 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

Situated in Quinton, Birmingham, Lift Four Dwellings Secondary is proud to be a "small school with a big heart." Our size is our greatest strength; it ensures every student is known personally and supported individually within a nurturing, ambitious environment. We are incredibly proud to be the most improved school in south Birmingham for progress in 2024 and the 23rd most improved school in the country for progress in 2024! This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to the Lift Schools mission: providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day. By combining high expectations with genuine care, we ensure our students flourish.

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.