ESOL Tutor

Hours per week: Variable Hours depending on the needs of the service

Contract type: Permanent

Vetting requirements: Basic DBS Check - Post-compulsory teaching qualification required, minimum Level 3 with an ESOL specialism.

About Us:

Westminster Adult Education Service is a leading provider of adult education in London, committed to empowering individuals through lifelong learning. Our work environment is stimulating and inclusive, promotes diversity and fosters personal growth. Join us in our mission to inspire lifelong learning in our communities and become an integral part of our team. If you are ready to elevate your career, apply today and be part of our exciting journey at Westminster Adult Education Service.

The Role: 

We are looking to recruit an adaptable and versatile Tutor who is committed to adult and community education, placing a strong emphasis on promoting learner experience and success. By joining our inclusive team of ESOL tutors, you will play a key role in delivering ESOL classes spanning from Pre-Entry to Level 2. These classes will be conducted in both face-to-face and online settings, as well as within community environments. This opportunity is located in one of London's most diverse boroughs, known for its extensive ESOL offerings.

Ideal candidates should have experience in ESOL assessment, including exams and RARPA. Currently, we have a specific need for a Saturday class at our Lisson Grove site starting in April, but you must be willing to cover various sites. We are open to discussing additional availability, including weekdays and evenings.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, but we are particularly interested in recruiting tutors available for evening and/or Saturday classes. Willingness to demonstrate flexibility in promptly covering classes at short notice, whether in an online or face- to-face format will be an advantage.

Please ensure you address all the role and person criteria when completing your supporting statement.

About You:

Relevant subject-specialist qualification

Experience in teaching the subject in an adult education setting is essential

Post-compulsory teaching qualification required, minimum Level 3 with an ESOL specialism.

What we offer: 

At Westminster City Council, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workplace and employer of choice. We encourage and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that, at all levels, represents the communities we serve. We champion equality, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, has a sense of belonging and is empowered to be their best, that is the Westminster Way. To find out more about how we do this visit https://www.westminster.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/public-health-strategy-policies-and-reports/equality-duties

As a forward-thinking Council, we appreciate that people work in different ways, therefore some of our staff depending on their role at WAES can benefit from working a range of flexible working patterns as well as Agile working.

The Council is a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you meet the essential criteria of the job. If you are invited for interview, you will be asked if you need any reasonable adjustments in order to attend, and we will make these wherever possible.

The Service offers a competitive salary and employment benefits including a public sector pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and opportunities for Continuous Professional Development.

CVs will not be accepted for this post.