Graduate Academic Coach – English
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Education / Teaching
English Teacher / ESL TEFL, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Birmingham, B23
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Start Date: ASAP – 2026/27 Academic Year
Salary: £500–£530 per week
Are you an English graduate looking to kick-start your career in teaching?
We’re seeking an enthusiastic Graduate English Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring English teachers to gain hands‑on classroom experience while supporting students of all abilities, including those with SEND.
What You’ll Do:- Support English lessons across the secondary school.
- Deliver 1:1 and small‑group interventions to improve literacy, reading, writing, and comprehension.
- Support students with a range of abilities and additional needs, including SEND.
- Help pupils build confidence, engagement, and academic progress.
- Work alongside English teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- A degree in English, English Literature, or a related subject
. - A passion for English and a desire to pursue a career in teaching.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage young people.
- A patient, proactive, and supportive approach.
- Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential
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- Gain invaluable experience before applying for English teacher training
. - Develop classroom management and teaching skills.
- Experience supporting students with SEND and diverse learning needs.
- Make a real difference to students' literacy, confidence, and achievement.
*** Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***
*** We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***
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