English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Lecturer

Gbs Uk; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for an experienced candidate to coordinate the development and delivery of English for Academic Purposes courses. Based in the United Kingdom, the role involves designing curriculum, ensuring pedagogical quality, and collaborating with teaching staff. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in TESOL or a related field and have proven experience in EAP course development and teaching. Essential organizational skills and familiarity with UK higher education contexts are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Education is essential.
• Proven experience in designing and developing EAP courses.
• Experience in teaching EAP in higher education is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop EAP courses and materials.
• Ensure learning materials are inclusive and accessible.
• Deliver EAP modules and support instructors.

Skills

Organisational skills

EAP course design

Teaching experience

Academic literacy understanding

Education

Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Education

Bachelor's degree in English or a relevant field

TEFLQ qualification

Tools

MS Office

LMS platforms

Job description

Role Purpose

The successful candidate will coordinate the academic development, delivery, and quality assurance of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) elements of English Path (EP)'s pathway programmes. Based fully on‑site in Malta and requiring relocation, this role works closely with colleagues to lead curriculum development, course delivery and quality assurance for the EAP elements of our pathway provision. Reporting to the Academic Director, the candidate ensures our EAP courses are pedagogically sound, aligned with institutional goals, and responsive to student needs across diverse academic disciplines, equipping students to progress seamlessly into further study at partner institutions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Course Design: Design, develop and update EAP courses and materials for classroom, blended and online delivery. Create syllabi, lesson plans, handbooks and assessment tools aligned with learning outcomes and academic standards, ensuring content supports progression to undergraduate and postgraduate study in English‑medium institutions. Adapt materials for students with varying levels of English and academic literacy; align courses with IELTS levels and institutional language proficiency benchmarks (e.g., CEFR, TOEFL). Incorporate academic skills such as essay writing, seminar participation, referencing, critical thinking, and research.
• Pedagogical and Quality Assurance: Apply best practices in instructional design and EAP methodology. Ensure learning materials are inclusive, accessible and culturally sensitive. Review and revise courses based on feedback, data and emerging academic needs. Collaborate with the QA team, academic staff and subject specialists to ensure discipline‑specific relevance and stay informed about developments in EAP, academic literacy and international student support.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with teaching staff to ensure smooth implementation and delivery of EAP courses. Support the provision of guidance and training to instructors using new or revised materials; support the integration of digital learning tools and platforms (e.g., VLEs, Turnitin, academic databases). Liaise with stakeholders to ensure EAP provision meets learner, institutional and compliance requirements. Collaborate with colleagues in knowledge sharing and peer review as appropriate.
• Teaching: Deliver EAP modules as required and provide teaching cover for absent or sick tutors when necessary.
• Course Coordination: Support coordination of class schedules as appropriate; act as liaison between teaching staff and management, ensuring timely communication. Organise meetings and training sessions for staff.
• Recruitment: Support recruitment and hiring of relevant tutors as and when necessary, and support the induction of new tutors to ensure they are equipped for success.

Skills and Experience – Essential

• Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Education.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., English, Applied Linguistics, Education).
• TEFLQ qualification (e.g., DELTA, MA in TESOL/Applied Linguistics with EAP focus).
• Strong organisational and coordination experience.
• Proven experience designing and developing EAP courses.
• Experience teaching EAP in higher education preparatory settings.
• Strong understanding of academic literacy and English for academic purposes.
• Familiarity with UK and international higher education contexts.

Skills and Experience – Desirable

• Proficiency with digital tools for course design and delivery (e.g., MS Office, LMS platforms).
• Experience with online and blended learning course design.
• Knowledge of inclusive pedagogical practices and accessibility standards.
• Understanding assessment design and academic integrity principles.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Responsible for promoting safeguarding within the venue and working with others to ensure a safe and inclusive environment. Provide emotional and pastoral care for all students, promoting their mental and physical wellbeing. Support teachers with classroom management and student behaviour, and be aware of the Prevent duty to safeguard vulnerable individuals from being drawn into terrorism and report concerns to the Prevent lead or safeguarding lead. Be familiar with EPs safeguarding policy, attendance policy, safer recruitment policy and other welfare and safeguarding policies to ensure children are safe and protected.