Why become a maths teacher?

If you have a love for numbers, problem-solving, and logical reasoning, teaching maths allows you to share that enthusiasm with others.

Inspiring pupils and helping them develop their own appreciation for the subject can be incredibly gratifying.


Why is teaching maths important?

Achieving well at maths is incredibly important to lifetime earnings and improving social mobility, and you could be the teacher to make that difference. Pupils who go on to study Maths at A Level experience a 10% uplift in their lifetime earnings and those who gain a maths degree earn approximately £500, 000 more in their lifetime their non-mathematical peers, according to research.

Mathematics forms the foundation for understanding various subjects and concepts across disciplines. Whether it's science, technology, engineering, or even fields like economics and finance, a strong grasp of maths is essential.

Maths fosters critical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. These abilities are not only valuable in academic settings but also in everyday life and the workplace. By teaching maths, educators empower pupils to tackle complex problems and make informed decisions, enhancing their overall cognitive abilities.

Become a maths teacher





 

Which teacher training route is right for me?

We offer two routes to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS):

  • The Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship – ideal for those already working in schools
  • Fee-Funded Initial Teacher Training (ITT) – ideal for those not currently working in a school (applications closed for September 2026)

Whichever route you choose, you’ll receive expert support, school-based training and a nationally recognised qualification. Not sure which route is right for you? There is more guidance below:

 

Maths Teacher Training Comparison Table

Use the table below to compare the key features of our Fee-Funded Initial Teacher Training and Teacher Apprenticeship programmes at a glance.

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  Fee-Funded ITT Teacher Apprenticeship
🎓 Awards Qualified Teacher Status  Qualified Teacher Status + Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship
💰 Funding £9,790 - funded via student loan or self-funded £0 – funded by Apprenticeship Levy
💼 Salary Unsalaried
£29k Bursary available (subject to eligibility)		 Salaried (unqualified teacher scale)
🧭 Placement School 30-week placement + 6-week contrasting placement in local schools  30 weeks employed in current school + 6-week contrasting placement in local school
📅 Start date

September 2026

Currently closed for applications

 September 2026
🗓️ Programme length 11 months 10 months + Assessment
🎯 Ideal for Those not yet employed in a school Those already working in a school
📚 Study style 4 days in school, 1 day training 4 days in school, 1 day training
📍 Qualification requirements Bachelor's degree + GCSEs (English + maths) Bachelor's degree + GCSEs (English + maths)
🏠 Residency requirements Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work and study in the UK. International applicants must additionally hold a valid visa covering the duration of the programme Applicants must have been a UK resident for 3+ years. International applicants must additionally hold a valid visa covering the duration of the programme

 

  How will I train to become a maths teacher?


Our curriculum is designed to build your skills and confidence progressively, blending theory with hands-on classroom experience.

You’ll complete two school placements across the year, supported by a personal mentor and subject specialists throughout your journey.

Your training will include:

  • 10 Core Training Days – online or Face-to-Face, carefully designed to teach the core body of skills that define great teaching. 
  • 4 Intensive Training and Practice (ITAP) Weeks – see expert teaching in action and apply new strategies in your own lessons.
  • 10 subject specific training sessions - led by your subject lead and will equip you with the skills required to teach mathematics across the 11-16 age phase. 

Core learning areas:

  • Behaviour Support & Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Delivery
  • Teacher Development

By the end of your programme, you’ll be ready to teach up to 80% of a full timetable and demonstrate the skills required for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).


Upon completion of your practical training, you will...

  • Present your portfolio and demonstrate your readiness to be awarded Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • (For Apprenticeship route only) complete your Apprenticeship Assessment, which includes a lesson observation and a professional discussion with an external examiner—giving you the opportunity to achieve a distinction-level award.

Hear what our student teachers have to say...

 

Why choose Best Practice Network for your teacher training? 

  • Ofsted outstanding: provider of the DfE’s full teacher progression pathway, supporting student teachers from entry into teaching through to executive leadership.
  • 20+ years of experience: Delivering teacher training and professional qualifications for teachers, school leaders, support staff and early years professionals.
  • Subject & phase specific groups: As a leading national provider our enrolment enables student teachers to train alongside peers specific to their phase, subject and specialism.
  • Local placement: Our network of 500+ schools provides our student teachers local access to in-school placements.
  • Supporting wellbeing: Our pathway is QTS-only helping support student teacher capacity and wellbeing on their journey into teaching.
  • Award-winning: Best Practice Network has been named Education Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year (twice!)
  • 90% of our 2024/25 graduate teachers have secured employment for September



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