English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tutor - Leeds

The University of Law; Leeds; Hybride; GBP 36 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

30 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank

Staff and student discount platforms

Private Medical Scheme and Life Assu

Résumé du poste

The University of Law is seeking an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tutor for its Leeds campus in a hybrid, fixed-term role until August 2027. You will support students across Law, Business and Management, Criminology, Psychology and Computer Science with academic English and study skills.

You will lead EAP sessions, create learning resources, and work with colleagues to deliver an engaging program of student learning support on campus and online.

Qualifications

• Qualification in English language teaching (CELTA/DELTA/TESOL/TEFL).
• Experience supporting EAP and academic skills development through diverse methods.
• Ability to provide student-centred guidance and adapt to diverse learners.

Responsabilités

• Provide in-class guidance and practical support to students developing academic English and study skills.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group sessions, workshops and online guidance.
• Lead timetabled EAP and academic skills sessions and webinars.
• Develop high-quality self-directed learning resources.
• Collaborate with Faculty and Library & Learning Skills to evaluate learning support programs.

Connaissances

EAP teaching experience

Student guidance

Session facilitation

Collaborative work

Formation

CELTA/DELTA/TESOL/TEFL qualification

Description du poste

Are you passionate about helping students develop the academic English and study skills they need to succeed in higher education?

We are looking for confident, approachable and supportive English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tutors to join our Library & Learning Skills team on a fixed-term, full-time basis until August 2027 at our Leeds campus.

In this rewarding role, you will provide guidance and practical support to students studying a range of subjects, including Law, Business and Management, Criminology, Psychology and Computer Science. You will help students develop their academic English, strengthen their assessment literacy and build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in their studies.

Support will primarily involve working alongside academic colleagues in the classroom, offering students guidance and assistance with their learning. There will also be opportunities to lead EAP and academic skills sessions, workshops and other learning activities, both in person and online.

This is a hybrid role. Most of your working week will be spent on campus, providing face-to-face guidance and support to students in the classroom. When you are not required on campus, you'll have the flexibility to work remotely while preparing learning materials, developing online resources and carrying out other role-related activities.

The successful candidate will be approachable and proactive, with a genuine interest in supporting students with different learning needs. You will be confident providing individual and group guidance, facilitating learning activities and creating high-quality, self-directed resources that enhance the student experience.

As one of our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tutors, you will:

• Provide in-class guidance and practical support to students, working alongside academic colleagues to help them develop their academic English, assessment literacy and wider study skills.
• Offer targeted learning support through one-to-one appointments, small-group activities, workshops and online guidance, adapting your approach to meet individual student needs.
• Lead and facilitate timetabled EAP and academic skills sessions, workshops and webinars where required, supporting engaging and student-centred learning.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, self-directed learning resources to support students in developing their academic skills independently.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Faculty and Library & Learning Skills to develop, deliver and evaluate an impactful programme of student learning support.

Is this you?

• A recognised qualification in English language teaching (such as CELTA, DELTA, TESOL, TEFL or another relevant EAP qualification).
• Experience supporting students with English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and academic skills development through a variety of teaching and learning methods.
• The ability to provide effective, student-centred guidance and adapt your approach to meet diverse learner needs.
• Confidence facilitating learning activities and delivering sessions to individuals and small groups.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• A proactive approach, using your initiative to solve problems and continuously improve the student learning experience.

Please note the internal title for this role is Student Learning Skills Specialist.

Why join us?

Along with a competitive salary of £40,060 per annum, you’ll enjoy:

• A generousannual leave entitlement of 30 days (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Access to a wide range of staff and student discount platforms
• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

Be part of a diverse and inclusive community

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population. We actively seek to increase representation across all backgrounds and identities, and we provide support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

For more information, please contact [e-mail]

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.

Some posts within the University are subject to a DBS check - you will be notified of this during the application process.