Graduate Academic Coach

Graduate Academic Coach – Secondary School
Location: Oxford (OX4)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (Term Time Only)
Salary: £480–£520 per week

Step Into Teaching are recruiting Graduate Academic Coaches to join a supportive secondary school in Oxford (OX4). This full-time role is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, or SEN education.

As a Graduate Academic Coach, you will support students across the secondary curriculum, providing targeted academic and pastoral support. You will work closely with teaching staff to help students stay engaged, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

• Deliver structured 1:1 and small-group academic intervention sessions

• Support students during class-based learning activities

• Assist with behaviour management and student engagement

• Work alongside teachers to prepare and deliver learning activities

• Monitor and support student progress across core subjects

• Graduates with a 2:2 or above Honours degree

• Strong GCSEs (A*–C / 9–4) in English, Maths, and Science

• Confident, enthusiastic, and approachable individuals

• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate young people

• Flexible, proactive, and committed to student success

• Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential

• Gain hands-on experience in a secondary school setting

• Ideal preparation for teacher training or psychology pathways

• Highly rewarding role making a real impact on students’ outcomes

• Supportive school environment with ongoing guidance

If you’re passionate about education and ready to take your first step into a school-based career,
apply today and start making a difference.

How to apply

Click 'Apply’ below to generate your interest and import your CV to Step into Teaching.

*** 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 three 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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