STEM Academic Coach

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a STEM Academic Coach to deliver structured 1:1 and small group sessions across STEM subjects in the Ward of Yardley, Birmingham.

You'll run catch-up interventions, reinforce core concepts, prepare simple resources, and track pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to support problem-solving and practical tasks. Immediate start until July 2027.

Qualifications

• Degree - 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured 1:1 and small group sessions across STEM subjects.
• Run catch-up interventions and exam practice.
• Prepare simple resources and track pupil progress; share feedback with teachers.

Skills

Clear verbal and written communication

Organised and reliable

1:1 and small group coaching

Education

Degree - 2:2 or above (any subject)

Job description

STEM Academic Coach

Immediate start until July 2027

£85 - £100 per day

School location: Ward of Yardley

1:1 and small group support across STEM subjects

The Role:

As a STEM Academic Coach, you’ll deliver structured 1:1 and small group sessions to close learning gaps and build confidence. You’ll run catch-up interventions, reinforce core concepts, prepare simple resources, and support exam practice. You’ll track progress, share feedback with teachers, and help pupils apply theory to problem-solving and practical tasks.

The Candidate:

You hold a STEM-related degree, communicate clearly, and explain complex ideas in simple steps. You’re organised, reliable, and keen to develop classroom skills ahead of teacher training. You build rapport quickly and keep sessions purposeful and calm.

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 - A 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:

Located in the Ward of Yardley, this secondary school has a supportive culture and a strong focus on progress in the core subjects. You’ll join a collaborative team with access to resources and guidance that will help you develop quickly in the role.