English Second Language Teacher

English 1; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an English Second Language Teacher in Colchester, UK. This full-time, entry-level position offers the chance to teach English abroad while enjoying competitive salary, paid leave, and professional development opportunities. Perfect for recent graduates looking to start their teaching career.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonus

10 days paid leave + 11 statutory holidays

International health insurance

Sponsored flight to China

Sponsored legal Z work visa

TEFL certification

Free Mandarin Chinese lessons

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or career changers welcome.
• No teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to children aged 3-16.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Evaluate students and provide guidance.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ESL certification

Job description

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Join English 1 (formerly EF English First) to teach in China!

Are you a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree or about to finish your degree or a career changer looking for a full-time entry-level opportunity? Do you want to teach English abroad and explore Asia while developing your professional skills? English 1 offers an exciting chance to start your career as an English teacher with numerous paths for growth and advancement. Adventure awaits—join our global network today!

As an English teacher, you will:

• Teach English to children aged 3-16.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons using English 1's award-winning multimedia tech and curriculum.
• Evaluate students and provide guidance for their improvement.
• Participate in social activities that help students learn English in a fun and immersive environment.

What will you get?

• Competitive salary + performance bonus after 6 months.
• 10 days paid leave + 11 statutory holidays.
• International health insurance (co-paid).
• Sponsored flight to China (select cities) + airport pick-up.
• Sponsored legal Z work visa + up to 2 weeks sponsored hotel stay.
• TEFL certification + opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Distance learning courses (Level 6 Trinity College CertPT, DELTM).
• English 1 organized social and cultural activities + free Mandarin Chinese lessons.

* The sponsored flight to China and the hotel accommodation for the first two weeks will be deemed as a sponsorship upon successful completion of the first-year contract. In the event of contract termination prior to completion, the employee agrees to reimburse English 1 for the cost of the flight. Sponsored flight is only applicable to a few selected cities

**Sponsored legal Z work visa expenses will be reimbursed.

Requirements:

• ESL certification (English 1 can sponsor). No teaching experience required—just the willingness to learn and grow!
• Clear background check.

Why English 1?

• Teachers are at the core of what we do at English 1.
• Global presence in multiple countries.
• 30 years in China with 200+ schools in 50+ cities.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Make it matter. Start your entry-level career as an English teacher and be part of our international team. Make an impact—APPLY NOW!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service, Education, and Research

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education, Food and Beverage Services, and IT System Custom Software Development

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