Graduate Academic Coach

Step Into Teaching Limited; Oxford; On-site; Full time

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Supportive working environment

Immediate start

Job summary

A local educational support service in Oxford is seeking a committed Primary Graduate Academic Coach to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This full-time position involves providing tailored academic and emotional support, delivering intervention sessions, and collaborating with teachers. Ideal candidates will have a degree (2:2 or above) and a passion for helping children thrive. Experience with children is beneficial. Competitive weekly pay of £480–£520 available, with immediate start.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in supporting primary-aged children with SEN.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• Adaptability in different educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and emotional support to pupils with SEN.
• Deliver structured intervention sessions in 1:1 and small-group settings.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual support plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Patience

Ability to build relationships

Education

Degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Primary Graduate Academic Coach (SEN)
Location: Oxford (OX2)
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £480–£520 per week

Are you a graduate passionate about supporting children to achieve their best, academically and emotionally?

We’re looking for a motivated Primary Graduate Academic Coach to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Oxford (OX2). This role is ideal for graduates who want hands‑on experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and are considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, or child development.

What’s in it for you?

• Full-time role in a supportive primary school

• Competitive weekly pay (£480–£520)

• Immediate start

• Excellent experience for future teacher training or psychology pathways

• Work as part of a collaborative, caring staff team

Your role:

• Provide targeted academic and emotional support to pupils with SEN

• Deliver structured intervention sessions in 1:1 and small‑group settings

• Support literacy, numeracy, and engagement across the primary curriculum

• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement tailored learning strategies

• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual support plans

We’re looking for:

• A degree (2:2 or above)

• A genuine interest in supporting primary‑aged children with SEN

• A proactive, patient, and adaptable approach

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential

Why choose this role?

• Make a meaningful difference at a key stage of a child’s development

• Gain invaluable classroom and SEN experience

• Build skills that will support a long‑term career in education

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and start making a real impact in a primary school setting.

How to apply

Click 'Apply’ below to generate your interest and import your CV to Step into Teaching.

***Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***

***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***

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