Salary: £26k - 30k per year
Reference: MJITTMathsHert03/06
Maths Graduate Trainee Teacher – Secondary School | Hemel Hempstead
Start Date: September 2026 | Salaried Route | Earn £26,000–£30,000 | Gain QTS + PGCE in One Year
Are you a graduate or final-year student with a passion for Mathematics and an ambition to become a qualified teacher?
KPI Education is proud to be working in partnership with a high-performing and supportive secondary school in Hemel Hempstead to recruit a Maths Graduate Trainee Teacher for September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to train within one school environment, gaining invaluable classroom experience while working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE within one academic year.
About the Programme
This school-based training programme offers a structured and immersive route into teaching:
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Spend 4½ days per week in school, developing hands-on classroom experience from day one.
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Dedicate ½ day per week to professional development, training, and academic study.
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Achieve QTS and a PGCE by July 2027.
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Receive personalised mentoring from experienced Maths teachers and in-school leaders.
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Follow a carefully structured training plan designed to build your confidence, subject expertise, and classroom management skills.
This is an ideal pathway for graduates seeking a supportive and practical introduction to teaching within a single, welcoming school community.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for ambitious graduates who:
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Hold (or are predicted) a 2:1 degree or higher in Mathematics or a closely related subject.
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Have GCSE Grade C / 4 or above in both English and Maths.
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Are passionate about teaching Maths and making a difference to young people.
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Possess strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
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Are receptive to feedback and eager to develop professionally.
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Are committed to pursuing a long-term career in teaching.
Programme Benefits
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Competitive salary: £26,000–£30,000 while training.
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High-quality, school-based mentoring and ongoing CPD.
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Practical, classroom-focused training with reduced administrative burden.
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A clear pathway into a permanent Early Career Teacher (ECT) role within the school or local area.
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The opportunity to train in a supportive and well-regarded secondary school in Hemel Hempstead.
Your Training Journey
During the programme, you will:
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Start with a reduced timetable to build confidence and subject knowledge.
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Observe experienced teachers and gradually take on teaching responsibilities.
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Plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons with structured support.
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Develop key skills in behaviour management, assessment, and classroom leadership.
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Receive regular feedback, coaching, and professional development throughout the year.
By July 2027, you will be a confident and fully qualified teacher, ready to begin your career in education.
Apply Now
If you are a motivated Maths graduate ready to begin your journey into teaching, submit your CV to KPI Education today. Take the first step towards a rewarding career in a Hemel Hempstead secondary school.
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