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Train to Teach Maths
Transformative practice
Subject specificity is at the heart of our maths training programme because we want our trainees to be able to teach their pupils through a coherent sequence of lessons with a logical progression of mathematical ideas.
Teaching this way allows pupils to transform their knowledge into a deep, sustained and connected understanding of mathematics.
Our maths teacher training programme prepares you to teach with clarity, confidence and subject integrity.
Developing Analytical Thinkers
Led by Charlotte Fell, our accredited Mathematics Subject Lead, your training focuses on both mathematical content and the pedagogy to teach it. Charlotte has a Masters in Teacher Education and over twenty years’ experience in the secondary sector, as a teacher, head of department and in senior leadership. Drawing on classroom expertise and educational research, Charlotte will help you analyse, model, and reflect on aspects such as lesson design, assessment, questioning and behaviour for learning in a mathematics-specific context.
A teacher with a thorough understanding of maths will be able to contextualise the topic they are teaching, foregrounding it with appropriate tasks, explaining where it leads and other concepts it links to. These ways of working instil mathematical habits of mind, giving pupils the maximum chance of succeeding.
Course details
Trainees are supported by in-school mentors and Equalitas' secondary subject specialists
Next cohort start date:
August 26th, 2026
Programme length:
1 academic year
Schedule:
- 4 days per week teaching in school
- 1 day per week of subject-specific training with Equalitas
- 14 of these training days held in-person in London’s Knowledge Quarter
Qualification:
QTS + Level 6 Post-Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship (PGTA)
Salary:
paid on the Unqualified Teachers’ salary pay scale
Transforming Futures Through Maths Education
When you train to teach maths with Equalitas, you join a subject community dedicated to raising standards and nurturing mathematical thinking. We support you to teach mathematics in ways that build understanding over time, linking ideas, strengthening reasoning and encouraging curiosity in every classroom.
Take the first step
Are you interested in becoming a maths teacher? Complete this short form and a member of our team will be in touch to help you explore your options.
Eligibility criteria
To train to teach secondary maths with Equalitas, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:
- A UK undergraduate degree (or equivalent), ideally with a strong mathematical component
- Grade C/4 or above in GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths
- The right to work or study in the UK for the duration of the programme
- A commitment to high expectations, inclusion and professional development
Follow the links below if you have a question about teacher training eligibility:
I want our trainees to feel confident and to give students access to the beauty, structure and power of mathematics. When you teach maths well, you’re not just teaching a subject, you’re developing analytical thinkers.
Meet your community of transformers
Transforming through a community of practice
Where You’ll Train
Our programme follows a blended learning model, combining in-school experience and online sessions. You are employed in a placement school for the academic year, spending four days per week teaching in school, with one training day per week.
There are 14 in-person training days, held in London’s Knowledge Quarter, with opportunities to enrich the curriculum, for example by visiting the Science Museum’s Winton Gallery for Mathematics. These dedicated days offer the space and structure to deepen subject knowledge, connect with other trainees and engage with expert-led sessions.
Start your DfE Application
To start your application via the Department for Education’s Apply Portal, follow the link. After you register, you’ll be able to search for Equalitas and select us as your preferred training provider
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Frequently asked questions
What are the eligibility requirements for Secondary Teacher Training?
To train as a secondary teacher, you’ll need:
- A UK bachelor’s degree (in a subject related to the one you will teach)
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
- To have lived in the UK for the past three years (for Teaching Apprenticeships)
- To successfully complete a suitability interview with Equalitas
Our team will help assess your eligibility and direct you to the most appropriate route.
What qualification will I gain after completing teacher training?
Depending on your route, you’ll be awarded:
- Teaching Apprenticeship: Level 6 Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (PGTA) + QTS
- Salaried School Direct: QTS only
Both routes lead to Qualified Teacher Status, allowing you to teach in UK secondary schools.
How long is the Secondary Teacher Training programme?
The programme runs for one academic year, beginning in late August and continuing through to July.
Who pays for Secondary Teacher Training fees?
If you take a salaried teacher training route, your school pays the training fees:
- Teaching Apprenticeship: £9,000 (usually funded via the school’s apprenticeship levy)
- School Direct: Also paid by the school
Our team will support your school in navigating the funding options available.
"The workload on the training programme is demanding, though it is manageable. The training and communication that you receive from Equalitas makes the workload both acceptable and enjoyable."
Take your first step
Whether you’re ready to apply or just have a few questions, we’re here to help.