Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Apprenticeship route (V716)
About this role
Trainee Maths Teacher – Apprenticeship Route (PGCE, QTS & Level 6 Apprenticeship)
Location: Witham, Essex (Lift Maltings, Spinks Lane, CM8 1EP)
Salary: £24,444 (No Tuition Fees)
Contract Type: 1 Year, Full-Time (Fixed Term)
Start Date: August 2027 (Summer School: 2–13 August 2027)
Closing Date: 20 June 2027
Recruitment Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about mathematics and eager to start a highly rewarding career in education while earning a salary with zero tuition fees?
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Lift Schools to present this Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship opportunity in Mathematics at Lift Maltings in Witham, Essex. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this 1-year school-based apprenticeship route enables you to earn £24,444 while working toward a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and a Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship qualification—with all tuition fees fully covered.
You will spend the vast majority of your time gaining hands-on classroom experience, putting pedagogical theory into practice, and building your teaching confidence inside a vibrant, modern secondary school environment.
Key Programme Highlights
100% Funded – No Tuition Fees: Earn £24,444 while you train, with full coverage of your course tuition fees via the Teacher Apprenticeship route.
Triple Qualifications: Graduate in 1 year with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and a Level 6 Apprenticeship qualification.
Practical Classroom Experience: Gain real-world teaching experience as an apprentice Maths teacher, backed by dedicated 1-on-1 mentoring as you gradually take on independent teaching responsibility.
Personalised Coaching & Mentorship: Guided by a dedicated in-school coach and personal subject tutor who provide weekly feedback, ongoing advice, and tailored career support.
Weekly Collaborative Training: Spend half a day every week attending targeted training modules alongside fellow trainees across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.
Two-Week Summer School: Prepare for your training year with two weeks of focused learning (2–13 August 2027) covering lesson planning, behaviour management, and core educational theory.
About the Placement School
Lift Maltings is an 11–16 secondary school located in Witham, Essex (CM8 1EP), situated conveniently between Chelmsford and Colchester. Housing 900 students on a modern, purpose-built site opened in 2011, the school boasts excellent facilities, free on-site car parking, and fantastic transport links to London.
The school is dedicated to providing a supportive, vibrant environment where both students and staff can thrive. As part of Lift Schools—a nationwide trust of 62 schools—you will benefit from a collaborative peer network throughout your training year and into your Early Career Framework (ECF) years.
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this Maths Teacher Apprenticeship position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Degree: An undergraduate degree (2:2 classification or above) completed by the start of the programme. A degree in Mathematics, STEM, or a related field is preferred (or a strong A-Level in Maths at Grade C or above).
GCSEs: Grade 4 (C) or higher in GCSE English & Mathematics (or equivalent).
Teaching Status: Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Work Rights: Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.