Posted on: 11/02/2026 – Application Deadline: -

Overview

Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 58 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme.

Programme Highlights

• PGCE (Post‑Graduate Certificate of Education) and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) while working hands‑on in the classroom as an unqualified teacher.
• Summer school – two weeks of intensive preparation in August.
• Personalised support – tutor and in‑school coach offering advice and discussing challenges.
• Weekly training sessions to enhance classroom learning.
• National support network – trainees and former trainees across the trust.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and diversity.

Training Delivery

School‑based programme: spend half a day every week in a session with your Ark ...