Graduate Stem Teaching Assistant

Kpi Recruiting Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Graduate STEM Teaching Assistant position in Coventry is a full-time opportunity to begin your career in education. You will work in a secondary school supporting students with STEM learning while gaining practical classroom experience.

Ideal for recent STEM graduates seeking roles in teaching, tutoring or education, with strong subject knowledge and a genuine interest in helping young people succeed.

Qualifications

• STEM-related degree ideally 2:1 or above.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to explain ideas clearly.
• Genuine interest in working with young people.
• Previous classroom experience isn't essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support across STEM subjects.
• Help students understand key scientific, mathematical and technical concepts.
• Support problem-solving, practical activities and independent learning.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and differentiated tasks.
• Encourage positive engagement with STEM subjects and build confidence.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience and enthusiasm

Passion for STEM

Education

STEM degree (2:1+)

Job description

Graduate STEM Teaching Assistant

Full-time | Coventry | £20,000-£25,000

Start your career by inspiring the next generation of STEM learners

Are you a recent STEM graduate looking to gain practical experience working with young people?

Perhaps you're considering a future in teaching, tutoring or education and want to put your degree to use in a real secondary school environment.

A supportive secondary school in Coventry is looking for an enthusiastic Graduate STEM Teaching Assistant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity to share your subject knowledge, support students with their learning and develop valuable classroom experience.

What does the role involve?

Working alongside experienced teachers, you'll provide additional support to students across a range of STEM subjects. You'll help pupils work through challenging concepts, develop their problem-solving skills and build confidence in their abilities.

You may work with students 1:1, in small groups and within the wider classroom, giving you the opportunity to gain experience supporting learners with different abilities and needs.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group supportacross STEM subjects
• Help students develop their understanding of key scientific, mathematical and technical concepts
• Support pupils with problem-solving, practical activities and independent learning
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and differentiated tasks
• Encourage students to engage positively with STEM subjects
• Help learners develop confidence, curiosity and motivation
• Provide additional guidance to students who need support with their studies
• Work closely with teaching staff and the wider school team
• Share feedback on student progress where appropriate

Who are we looking for?

We're keen to hear from graduates with:

• A STEM-related degree, such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Computer Science or a related subject, ideally at 2:1 or above
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to explain ideas clearly
• A genuine interest in working with young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable, but not essential)

Previous classroom experience isn't essential. We're looking for someone with strong subject knowledge, enthusiasm and a genuine interest in helping young people succeed.

What's on offer?

• Valuable hands-on experiencewithin a Coventry secondary school
• The opportunity to apply your STEM degree in a practical classroom setting
• Experience supporting students with different abilities and learning needs
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Excellent preparation for teacher training, tutoring or wider education careers
• The chance to learn from experienced teaching professionals
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment

If you're a STEM graduate looking to develop your classroom experience while helping young people discover their potential in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, we'd love to hear from you.