Bank ESOL Lecturer

The City of Liverpool College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

The City of Liverpool College is seeking a Bank ESOL Lecturer to teach English language courses to diverse student groups. This temporary role requires competencies in lesson planning, assessment, and curriculum delivery. Candidates should possess a degree or equivalent, a recognised teaching qualification, and knowledge of ESOL provision. The position offers £36.39 per hour and contributes greatly to student engagement and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 4 or equivalent in a relevant field.
• A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons.
• Track all students' progress and attendance.
• Provide enriching opportunities to enhance student experience.

Skills

Excellent computer literacy

High level of communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge and understanding of ESOL provision

Education

Degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Recognised Teaching qualification

Job description

Bank ESOL Lecturer

Application Deadline: 30 December 2026

Department: ESOL

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Liverpool

Reporting To: Head of School ESOL

Compensation: £36.39 / hour

Description

The School of ESOL offers English language courses from beginners to Level 2. We offer a full-time study programme for 16-18 years and part time adult courses. There are approximately 1500 students studying in the School of ESOL. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds and include refugees, asylum seekers and migrant workers from around the world.

We are seeking Bank Main Grade Lecturers to teach across the study programme and adult courses. Ideally, successful candidates would have a recognised ELT (CELTA, Trinity TESOL etc) teaching qualification and have experience of teaching ESOL. The school of ESOL aspires to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative and excellent practice within ESOL teaching. However for suitably experienced tutors there may be scope for completing relevant qualifications whilst in post.

Responsible to: Head of School ESOL

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
2. To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
3. To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
4. To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process.
5. Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
6. Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
7. Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
8. To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies.
9. To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies.
10. To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
11. To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation.
12. Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers.
13. To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
14. To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings.
15. To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures.
16. To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Criteria

1. Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
2. A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience/relevant experience.
3. Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
4. Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
5. Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery.
6. Knowledge and understanding of ESOL provision.
7. Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
8. Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
9. High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience of resource based learning.
2. An ICT qualification.
3. Membership of a relevant professional body.
4. Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning.
5. Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers.
6. Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes.
7. The ability to teach ESOL at all levels would be desirable.