Education Teacher: ESOL & Life Skills for Diverse Learners

Serco Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Training & apprenticeships

Wellbeing app

Employee discounts

Volunteer day

Employee networks

Job summary

Serco Limited in Bedford is seeking an Education Teacher for the Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre. You’ll deliver inclusive learning programmes that develop academic, vocational and life skills, helping residents build confidence and future opportunities.

The role requires TEFL/ESOL/CELTA, teaching experience, and strong communication. You’ll plan lessons, monitor progress, work with colleagues across services, and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• TEFL, ESOL or CELTA qualification and ability to teach English.
• Experience in teaching, training or learning environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging education and training programmes, including ESOL, literacy, numeracy and IT.
• Prepare high-quality lesson plans, learning resources and teaching materials.
• Monitor learner progress, mark work and maintain records of attendance and achievements.
• Promote education opportunities across the centre and encourage participation from residents.
• Work with colleagues across activities, residential services, faith provision and Safer Communities teams to support equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Maintain safe, secure and professional learning environments while complying with regulatory requirements.

Skills

TEFL/ESOL/CELTA

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

Self-motivated

Education

TEFL/ESOL/CELTA qualification

Job description

Serco Limited in Bedford is seeking an Education Teacher for the Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre. You’ll deliver inclusive learning programmes that develop academic, vocational and life skills, helping residents build confidence and future opportunities.

The role requires TEFL/ESOL/CELTA, teaching experience, and strong communication. You’ll plan lessons, monitor progress, work with colleagues across services, and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.