🔬 STEM Graduate Academic Learning Coach – 'Outstanding' Sixth Form – Birmingham
💷 £480 - £500 per week
📍 Birmingham | Central Location
📅 Start: August 2025
🕒 Term-Time Only | Full Academic Year | Ideal Paid Experience for STEM Graduates
Got a STEM degree and a passion for people? This is where it begins.
You didn’t just study to crunch numbers or run experiments—you studied to solve problems and make a difference. Now, you’ve got the chance to apply your knowledge in a way that’s impactful, inspiring, and full of purpose.
A leading ‘Outstanding’ Sixth Form College in Birmingham is looking for bright, motivated STEM graduates to join their team as Graduate Academic Learning Coaches. Whether your background is in Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science, your skills are in high demand to help young people grasp tricky concepts, boost confidence, and feel empowered in the classroom.
⚙️ What You’ll Be Doing
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Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups with STEM subjects.
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Helping learners overcome challenges and build their understanding.
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Reinforcing key concepts and encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.
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Collaborating with teachers and SEN specialists to support individual needs.
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Contributing to a positive, inclusive and forward-thinking learning environment.
🎓 You’ll Be Great If You…
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Hold a STEM degree (2:2 or above) in any related subject.
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Are passionate about helping young people thrive.
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Have excellent communication skills and enjoy breaking down complex ideas.
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Want to explore teaching, education, or youth work as a career path.
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Are resilient, positive, and eager to learn from those around you.
🌟 What’s In It For You?
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Weekly salary of £480 - £500 - term time only
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A year of hands-on experience in a top-performing sixth form
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A springboard into teaching, educational psychology, or other STEM careers in education
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Structured support and mentoring from experienced staff
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The chance to turn your STEM background into something truly powerful
This isn’t just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape the future, starting with the young people who need your support the most.
If you’re ready to use your STEM skills for something bigger—apply today.
👉 Click Apply Now and take your first step into a meaningful career.
🔒 Shape A Life is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS, right-to-work, and reference checks as part of our rigorous recruitment process.