Humanities Academic Coach

The Graduate Network; Bickenhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive education institution in Bickenhill is seeking a Humanities Academic Coach to provide targeted support in History or Geography. This role involves delivering 1:1 and small-group sessions to help pupils improve their knowledge. Candidates should have a degree (2:2 or above), strong communication skills, and a desire to work with children. This is a full-time position with an immediate start until July 2026, offering £80 - £100 per day.

Qualifications

• Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Genuine interest in supporting student progress.
• Any relevant experience such as tutoring, mentoring, or volunteering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group support in History or Geography.
• Run retrieval practice, exam-technique workshops, and literacy boosters.
• Help pupils interpret sources and evaluate evidence.

Skills

Communication

Support for student progress

Education

Degree - A 2:2 or above in any subject

Job description

Overview

Humanities Academic Coach

Are you a humanities graduate seeking classroom experience before teacher training?

Could you help KS3/KS4 learners sharpen their History or Geography knowledge through focused, high-impact support?

Humanities Academic Coach

Immediate start until July 2026

£80 - £100 per day

School location: Ward of Yardley

Support in either History or Geography KS3/KS4

Responsibilities

The Role: As a Humanities Academic Coach, you'll deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group support in History or Geography. You'll run retrieval practice, exam-technique workshops, and literacy/extended-writing boosters. You'll help pupils interpret sources, evaluate evidence, master case studies and map/fieldwork skills, while tracking progress and feeding back to teachers.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Degree - A 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication - Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS - Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children - Genuine interest in supporting student progress.
• Experience working with children - Any relevant experience such as tutoring, mentoring, or volunteering is desirable but not essential.

The School

Based in the Ward of Yardley, this secondary school has a supportive culture and strong focus on progress. The humanities team is collaborative and well-resourced, offering regular guidance and chances to develop classroom practice.

How to Apply

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Humanities Academic Coach role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.

Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted