Academic Coach (Mathematics) - St Michael’s CE High School

St Michael's is an oversubscribed, good school: the headteacher and senior leaders provide strong leadership...morale is high...consequently, the school continues to improve (Ofsted: November 2017).

Rated outstanding for Personal Development and Welfare, Ofsted noted that Pupils behave well in lessons...they are smartly dressed, polite and courteous. They are very proud of their school.

We are seeking to appoint An Academic Coach to:

We are seeking a passionate and proactive Academic Coach (Mathematics) to join our team and support students in achieving their full academic potential. The role focuses on providing targeted interventions in Mathematics to close learning gaps, increase student confidence, and raise attainment. Additionally, the successful candidate will lead engaging extra-curricular Mathematics clubs to inspire enthusiasm for the subject beyond the classroom.

This role is vital in fostering a positive attitude toward mathematics and helping students build the skills necessary for academic success.

We will offer you:
• A positive and innovative learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and behave well in and around school
• High quality continuing professional development
• A professional and hardworking support team of staff with the capacity and commitment to raise student achievement even further.

St Michael's is an excellent school because of the transformational impact it has on pupils, families, staff and an extended community (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools: December 2019).

St Michael's is an oversubscribed, good school: "Pupils are proud to attend this school and rightly so. Leaders’ high expectations, together with the school’s Christian ethos, have created a culture of mutual respect. Staff work hard to ensure that pupils feel safe and are successful in all aspects of school life. Pupils appreciate the time and effort they are given'. (Ofsted: January 2023)

St Michael's Church of England High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and barring check.

Please note that Academic Coach works 37 hours per week (term-time only + 5 training days) and the actual salary paid for this post will therefore be the pro-rata amount for hours/weeks worked.

Application form and further details are available from the school. Completed application forms should be returned to the Headteacher: Headteacher@st-michaels.sandwell.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 30th November 2026 at 10am

Interview date: To be confirmed

Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.

Hours -
37 hours per week (term-time only + 5 training days)
Grade -
Band D, SCP 9-17 £28,153-£32,046 pro rata (£14.59-£16.61 per hour) (actual £25,121-£28,718 per annum)
Location -
St Michael’s CE High School, Curral Road, Rowley Regis, West Midlands, B65 9AN
Contract -
Permanent
Closing Date -
Monday 30th November 2026 at 10am