Graduate Academic Coach: SEN & Autism Support Experience

Stepintoteaching; Cobham; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching in Cobham is offering a full-time Graduate Academic Coach role in a specialist school supporting pupils aged 3–19 with autism and complex needs. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups to help learners access lessons and develop independence.

Ideal graduates hold a degree (2:2 or above) and are patient, emotionally resilient and eager to learn about SEN. You’ll join an experienced inclusion team, benefit from training, and contribute to a values-led culture while making a tangible

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (2:2 or above).
• Be patient, supportive and emotionally resilient.
• Have a 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 students regulate emotions and develop independence.
• Contribute to structured learning activities and materials.
• Work within an inclusion team to support pupils with SEN/ASD.
• Apply evidence-based strategies and participate in training.

Skills

Patience

Emotional resilience

Strong communication

Relationship building

Willingness to learn

Materials preparation

Structured support

Education

Degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Step Into Teaching in Cobham is offering a full-time Graduate Academic Coach role in a specialist school supporting pupils aged 3–19 with autism and complex needs. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups to help learners access lessons and develop independence.

Ideal graduates hold a degree (2:2 or above) and are patient, emotionally resilient and eager to learn about SEN. You’ll join an experienced inclusion team, benefit from training, and contribute to a values-led culture while making a tangible