Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes: Transnational Education (TNE)

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic EAP lecturer to join our transnational education (TNE) team at the University of Reading.  This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic community with a global outlook and a focus on teaching excellence.

The International Study and Language Institute (ISLI) is one of the University’s academic Schools and has a longstanding reputation for its expertise in English language teaching and assessment.

As a lecturer in TNE, you will convene EAP or ESAP modules delivered by the University’s overseas partners and support new module or programme development as opportunities arise. This role is based in the UK but requires overseas visits (minimum two weeks) once or twice a year.  In the first instance, activity will be primarily China-focused.

EAP Lecturers are on teaching-intensive academic contracts, and you may also be required to teach across one or more of ISLI’s programme areas: the Academic English Programme (In-Sessional provision), the International Foundation Programme, the Pre-Sessional English programme, professional development courses, the visiting students’ programme, or the University-wide Global Graduate modules.

You will have:

• A relevant postgraduate qualification (Applied Linguistics/TESOL/EAP) and ideally a Level 7 teaching qualification (DELTA, DipTESOL, PGCE)
• Experience teaching EAP or ESAP in UK higher education and ideally an interest in TNE provision
• Experience of EAP or ESAP course design and delivery
• Experience of materials development
• Experience of working effectively and collaboratively within a team

Closing date:  5 April 2024
Interviews will be held:  29 or 30 April 2024

Informal contact details
Contact role: ISLI TNE Programme Director
Contact name: Liz Wilding
Contact phone: 0118 378 6560
Contact email: [email protected]

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS.  There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.