Graduate Academic Coach: SEN & Autism – School-Based

Step Into Teaching; Guildford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching is working with an outstanding specialist school in Guildford to place graduates into a year-long, school-based role as a Graduate Academic Coach. The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 3–19 with autism and complex needs, both 1:1 and in small groups, to access learning and develop independence.

The ideal candidate holds a degree (2:2 or above) and is patient, emotionally resilient with a genuine interest in SEN.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (2:2 or above).
• Be patient, supportive and emotionally resilient.
• Have genuine interest in SEN, autism or child development.
• Communicate clearly and build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Be reflective, proactive and willing to learn.
• Support classroom activities and prepare learning materials.
• Deliver structured support to individuals or small groups.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to access learning.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and develop independence.
• Work within a highly skilled inclusion team to support daily learning.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Clear communication

Relationship building

Reflective practice

Education

Degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Step Into Teaching is working with an outstanding specialist school in Guildford to place graduates into a year-long, school-based role as a Graduate Academic Coach. The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 3–19 with autism and complex needs, both 1:1 and in small groups, to access learning and develop independence.

The ideal candidate holds a degree (2:2 or above) and is patient, emotionally resilient with a genuine interest in SEN.