Trainee Maths Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Salaried route (P850)
About this role
Trainee Maths Teacher – Salaried ITT Route (PGCE & QTS)
Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire (Marling School)
Salary: £24,444
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 eager to ignite a passion for Mathematics in young minds while earning a full salary and avoiding university tuition fees?
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are delighted to partner with Lift Schools to offer this high-quality, salaried Initial Teacher Training (ITT) opportunity at Marling School in Stroud. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this 1-year school-based programme enables you to earn while you learn, leading to both a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
You will spend the academic year immersed in practical classroom teaching, putting pedagogical theory into practice with continuous 1-on-1 mentorship.
Key Programme Highlights
100% Salaried – No Tuition Fees: Earn £24,444 while you train, with full coverage of your course tuition fees.
Direct Classroom Experience: Teach as an unqualified Maths teacher from the start, taking on independent responsibility step by step.
Dedicated Mentorship: Benefit from regular 1-on-1 coaching, weekly feedback, and advice from a personal subject tutor and in-school mentor.
Weekly Collaborative Training: Spend half a day each week in targeted training alongside fellow trainees across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.
Two-Week Summer School: Begin your training year (2–13 August 2027) with immersive grounding in lesson planning, behaviour management, and learning theory.
About the Placement School
Marling School is a vibrant, diverse grammar school in Stroud, Gloucestershire, guided by the ethos "Abeunt Studia in Mores" (Let us go forward through study to character). Known for its academic excellence, strong community values, and focus on personal growth, Marling School provides a supportive and inspiring environment where every student and staff member is valued. As part of Lift Schools, you will also tap into a collaborative nationwide network of 62 schools.
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this salaried ITT position, you must meet the following criteria:
Degree: An undergraduate degree (2:2 classification or above) completed before the start of the programme. A degree in Mathematics, STEM, or a related discipline 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 already hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Work Rights: Right to live and work in the UK throughout the training year.
How Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency Helps You Succeed
Applying through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency means having a dedicated team behind you every step of the way:
Eligibility & Application Screening: We double-check all your entry qualifications and paperwork to ensure a smooth application process.
Interview Coaching: Receive personalized preparation on school selection expectations, lesson delivery guidance, and safeguarding protocols.
End-to-End Guidance: Your dedicated consultant will keep you informed from initial application through pre-employment checks and onboarding.