Academic Coach
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Darlington, DL3 7AU |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 28 Aug 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Fixed Term Post to July 2027
SFCA Support Staff Pay Scale Pts 8-12: £26,343-£29,544 pro rata
(actual salary: £24,149 - £27,158 per annum)
The College is seeking an Academic Coach who will provide academic, learning and personal guidance to groups of students. This non-teaching specialist role is key in helping students achieve in their studies and in progressing to positive destinations. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, highly organised and able to support, guide and mentor students. Working as part of a team of Academic Coaches, you will help raise aspiration, confidence and resilience in young people, promoting the College’s aim for excellence and maintaining the culture of hard work and success. The post is full time, term time only plus an additional 5 days, commencing as soon as possible and is fixed term until to 31 July 2027.
Employee Benefits
In return, the College offers employee benefits including access to a health scheme, development and training opportunities, access to our Local Government Pension Scheme and a generous holiday allowance. We are committed to professional development and will work with you to ensure you have the support and opportunities to thrive in your role here.
The College is committed to safeguarding our students and an enhanced DBS check is required for all posts. The College will also make an online check on all shortlisted candidates. The College values diversity and actively promotes equality of opportunity. As a disability symbol employer, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.
To apply, please visit our careers portal
Closing date: Midday, Friday 28 August 2026
What the school offers its staff
• High quality CPD to ensure your continuous personal and professional development
• A health cash plan providing help with dental and optical care amongst other benefits
• Telephone helpline, GP appointments and counselling
• Cycle to Work, Home and Tech schemes, providing cost effective funding plans
• Marking Days, Wellbeing Week and good work-life balance initiatives
Commitment to safeguarding
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service. An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.