We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated ESOL Lecturer to join our team on a full time, fixed term basis for the 2026/2027 academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high quality, inclusive ESOL education for adult learners, supporting their progression from Foundation Level through to Level 2, including employability qualifications.
- Play a key role within the ESOL team in planning, preparing and delivering innovative, engaging and inclusive ESOL lessons for adult learners
- Teach learners from Foundation Level to Level 2, including employability qualifications
- Create a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages progression and achievement
- Support learners to develop essential skills for work and everyday life
- Regularly assess learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
- Contribute to the design and delivery of effective lesson plans
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum development and implementation
- Keep up to date with best practice and relevant legislation
- Promote continuous improvement through creative teaching strategies and learner feedback
- Uphold organisational standards and ensure an inclusive and supportive learning experience for all learners
- An ESOL subject specialism or a willingness to work towards one
- A Certificate in Education or a Level 5 teaching qualification
- A recognised vocational qualification relevant to the subject area
- A background in teaching ESOL and Entry Level Maths
- Familiarity with delivering “Skills for Life” qualifications
- Competence in teaching Entry Level Functional Skills ICT
- Knowledge of internal and external quality assurance processes (IQA/EQA)
Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding
To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£31,837 - £48,160), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:
✅ Accepted Qualifications:
- DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- Certificate in Education
- PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
- ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
- DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
- DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject
If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£26,661 - £29,998).
❌ Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:
- PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
- SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)
- Masters in Education
- TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.
✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
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💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
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