KS2 Academic Coach

Do you want a Year 6 focused role where you can build real school experience while helping pupils feel confident and prepared for their end of KS2 exams in literacy and numeracy?
 
*** KS2 Academic Coach
*** September 2026 – July 2027
*** £85 - £105 per day
*** ‘Good’ primary school, Yardley
*** Prepare Year 6 pupils for exams in literacy and numeracy
 
If you want experience that strengthens an application for a PGCE, this KS2 Academic Coach role gives you a full academic year working with pupils in the run-up to SATs. You will support Year 6 pupils with targeted catch-up, build confidence with exam-style questions, and help them develop the habits and routines that improve performance under pressure.
 
The Role

• You will deliver 1:1 and small group intervention sessions for Year 6 literacy and numeracy.
• You will support reading comprehension by modelling how to find evidence and explain answers clearly.
• You will build writing accuracy through sentence-level work, spelling, punctuation, and structured paragraph practice.
• You will improve maths fluency through arithmetic practise, core number facts, and timed retrieval.
• You will support reasoning by breaking down multi-step problems and modelling methods step by step.
• You will teach simple exam routines, including time management, checking answers, and staying focused.
• You will track gaps, record progress, and share clear feedback with the class teacher so support stays targeted.
• You will support behaviour for learning through consistent routines, calm reminders, and clear expectations.
• You will follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times and report concerns immediately.

 
The Candidate

• You will have a 2:2 degree or above in any subject (English, Maths, Psychology or Education is useful, but not essential).
• You will have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• You will communicate clearly and explain concepts in a simple, pupil-friendly way.
• You will be organised and confident delivering structured sessions that repeat weekly and build over time.
• You will be calm, consistent and professional, especially when pupils feel stressed about tests.
• You will have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or you will be willing to obtain one.

 
The School
This ‘Good’ primary school in Yardley has clear routines and a strong focus on progress in KS2. Staff use structured intervention and consistent expectations to help pupil’s close gaps before the KS2 tests, which take place in May. You will join a supportive team, receive clear direction, and gain practical experience that translates directly into teacher training.
 
Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this KS2 Academic Coach role. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you within 3 working days to discuss the school and next steps.
 
Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.