Teacher of Mathematics - Apprenticeship

WESTON ROAD ACADEMY

STAFFORD, ST18 0YG

Closes in 16 days (Friday 28 February)

Posted on 4 February 2025


Summary

We are excited to advertise for an enthusiastic individual to undertake the 4-year teaching degree apprenticeship. Successful candidates will study for their degree qualification alongside a progressive development program of teaching mathematics teaching at the Academy.

Training course
Teacher (level 6)
Hours
When in school the apprentice will be expected to attend from 8.30 – 3.15 PM Monday to Friday. This will include a minimum lunch period of 30 minutes.

32 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 1 September

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • In year 1, Apprentices will spend 3 days studying at university and 2 days developing in school. They will build progressively from TA support initially to 40% teaching timetable by the end of year 2.
  • In year 2 and 3, they will spend 3 days in the school and 2 days studying at university. Gradually building their teaching commitment to 60% timetable.
  • In year 4, Apprentices will spend 4 days at school with one further day at University. Their teaching commitment will increase to 80% in preparation for successful completion and QTS accreditation.
  • Teacher apprentices in year 1 will observe and reflect upon practices used by a range of staff predominantly in their specialist subject, but will also receive excellent support and training in reflecting on practises of pedagogy that are transferable in different subjects.
  • They will experience a range of different other roles of the teacher including the work of the pastoral team, SEN and inclusion departments.
  • Teacher apprentices will have a timetable progressively planned to support their development and build their confidence, skill set and ability to teach across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 by year 4. 

Where you’ll work

BLACKHEATH LANE

STAFFORD

ST18 0YG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE

Your training course

Teacher (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents
  • Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
  • Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
  • Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.
  • Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
  • Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
  • Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
  • Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
  • Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.
  • Plan and teach well-structured lessons
  • Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
  • Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity
  • Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
  • Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).
  • Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
  • Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
  • Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback.
  • Deploy support staff effectively
  • Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy
  • Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly
  • Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.
  • Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.
  • Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
  • Make accurate and productive use of assessment
  • Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
  • Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
  • Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
  • Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
  • Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
  • Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
  • Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

Your training plan

  • Teacher apprentices will receive a full teaching degree (BA/hons) through Staffordshire University. Qualified teacher stats (QTS) will be awarded alongside this degree allowing them to be a fully qualified teacher by the end of their apprenticeship.
  • In year 1 the apprentice will spend 3 days at University (Staffordshire University – Stoke campus) and 2 days in school.
  • In Year 2 and year 3 will spend 2 days at University (Staffordshire University – Stoke campus) and 3 days in school.
  • In year 4 the apprentice will spend 1 days at University (Staffordshire University – Stoke campus) and 4 days in school.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • GCSE English Language (grade C/4 or above)
  • Mathematics (grade C/4 or above)

A Level in:

  • Minimum 112 UCAS Points - Ideally A Level Maths (grade Grade D or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this company

A successful secondary Academy (with sixth form) located in Stafford. The Academy has an excellent reputation in the local community and has continual experience of successful staff development.

https://www.westonroad.staffs.sch.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

We expect the apprentice to lead a thriving and successful teaching career on completion of this course.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE

Darren Bloor

dbloor@westonroad.staffs.sch.uk

01785413600

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300080.

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Closes in 16 days (Friday 28 February)

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Company’s application instructions

Complete your application via the get into teaching website, our team will review this and contact you if you meet the necessary criteria.