Graduate Academic Coach

Step Into Teaching Limited; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching Limited is seeking graduates for a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant role at a secondary school in Liverpool (L23). The position starts ASAP for the academic year 26/27 and is term-time, Monday to Friday.

You will gain hands-on classroom experience, support SEND and SEMH needs, and receive ongoing mentoring to prepare for teacher training or other education careers.

Qualifications

• Hold a 2:2 degree or above.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Confidently engage and motivate pupils.
• Proactive, positive and reliable.
• Able to work effectively in a team and communicate well.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in learning and behaviour in class.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and activities.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Passion for education

Pupil engagement

Team collaboration

Education

2:2 degree or above

Job description

Are you a graduate looking for experience in a classroom to kick start your career in education?

Oursecondary school based in Liverpool L23are recruiting graduates for full-time Graduate Teaching Assistants supporting roles starting from ASAP- Academic Year 26/27.

If you're considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or another child-focused profession but want real classroom experience first,Step Into Teachingoffers the perfect pathway into education.

Through our programme, you’ll gain hands-on experience in one school to build your experience, skills and knowledge essential to pursue a career in education- building relationships to open opportunities into teacher training and other educational career pathways!

The Role:

• Position: Graduate Academic Coach/ Teaching Assistant
• Location: LiverpoolL23
• School: Secondary School
• Start Date: ASAP- Academic Year 26/27
• Interview Period: ASAP
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term-time)
• Pay: £500–£530 per week

We’re Looking For Graduates Who:

• To hold a 2:2 degree or above
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Can confidently engage and motivate pupils
• Are proactive, positive, and reliable
• Empathetic, resilient and focused to achieve
• Are committed for the full academic year (Until July 2027)
• Work well within a team and communicate effectively

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on classroom experience from day one
• Awareness and experiences in classrooms, supporting SEND (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social & Emotional Mental Health).
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Practical skills in behaviour management, lesson support, and pupil engagement
• Exposure to a variety of learning needs and school environments

By the end of the academic year, you’ll be fully prepared to take the next step into teacher training or further education-based careers.