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Lecturer in ESOL (Evening Shift)

Posted February 03, 2026
Zero Hours £22.08 - £30.15 / hour

Job Overview

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated ESOL tutor to join our team on an hourly paid basis, working up to 5 hours per week. This role offers 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • 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)
  • A track record of working collaboratively with external agencies, community groups, or partner venues

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.

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