Senior school Maths Teacher Trainee

Brentwood School; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is offering a unique opportunity to train as a Maths Teacher through its dedicated teacher training programme. Suitable candidates will work towards earning a PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), equipped with essential skills and experience to excel in teaching. The program emphasizes both theoretical and practical training, including placements in various partner schools, with potential bursary funding available to support successful applicants.

Benefits

Tax-free bursary of £29,000 for Maths

Tuition fee and maintenance loans available

Tailored training focused on maths

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a good honours degree in maths.
• Must be passionate about inspiring students.

Responsibilities

• Participate in teacher training towards PGCE qualification.
• Gain hands-on training through placements in partner schools.

Education

Good honours degree or equivalent

Job description

Train to become a Maths Teacher with Brentwood School

Full time 1 year from August 2026 to June 2027

Passionate about maths and eager to inspire the next generation? Join our unique teacher training programme. We are recruiting aspiring teachers to work towards their PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Through our programme you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical training needed for a successful career in teaching.

Brentwood School is the lead school for the North East London & Essex Hub of the National Mathematics and Physics SCITT, the only national teacher training provider specialising in maths and physics in the UK offering a distinct blend of academic and hands‑on training, this unique experience sets us apart from other routes into teaching.

We are looking for candidates who have the potential to be an outstanding teacher. You will need a good honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification.

Subject to eligibility, successful applicants may be able to access a tax‑free bursary of £29,000 for maths. In addition, tuition fee and maintenance loans are available to help fund teacher training.

Why train with us?

• Tailored training focused on maths
• A training programme that offers a combination of theory and hands‑on classroom experience through school placements
• Opportunity to teach in an independent and a state school. Brentwood School works with a range of schools in the area and you will be placed in two of our partner schools
• You will be part of a cohort of trainees, providing you with friendship and support
• You will receive specialist training from leading experts in maths
• From your first enquiry through to your first teaching role, we provide personalised support every step of the way.

If you are a graduate with a good honours degree in maths, looking for a change in career, or are graduating this year, our programme could be the first step to kickstart your rewarding teaching career.

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