Entry-Level English Teacher (ESL) – Full Training & Support Provided

English 1; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ESL organization is hiring English teachers to work in China. This role offers the chance to teach children aged 3-16 while enjoying a competitive salary and performance bonuses. Benefits include paid leave, flight allowance, international health insurance, and support with visa processes. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and ESL certification, and must be willing to undergo a background check. Join our international team and make an impact in the classrooms across China.

Benefits

Competitive salary

21 days paid leave

Flight allowance

International health insurance

Sponsored flight to China

TEFL certificate

Social and cultural activities

Qualifications

• A valid passport is required.
• Clear background check for employment.
• Willingness to learn and grow as a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to children aged 3-16.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Evaluate student performance and guide improvement.

Skills

ESL certification

Communication skills

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hiring Immediately for 2025: Teach English in China with English 1 (formerly EF English First)!

Looking to kickstart your international adventure and grow your career? Join English 1 - a trusted name in ESL teaching, and make an impact in classrooms across China!

You can earn money, travel across Asia in your free time, and develop yourself personally and professionally with our global network and training. We offer numerous career paths for growth and advancement. Adventure awaits abroad - join us today!

As an English teacher, you will:

• Teach English to kids aged 3-16
• Lesson planning and delivery
• Leverage English 1's award-winning multimedia tech & curriculum in the classroom
• Evaluate students and guide improvement
• Participate in engaging, social activities with kids

What will you get?

• Competitive salary + performance bonus after 6 months
• 21 days paid leave (10 days paid leave + 11 days statutory holidays)
• Flight allowance
• 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 certificate + skill development & 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 applies to select cities.

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

Requirements:

• A passport & bachelor’s degree
• ESL certification (We can sponsor. You don't need any teaching experience, although it's always welcome! You just need to be willing to learn and grow, and we will help with the rest!)
• Clear background check

Why English 1?

• Teachers are at the core of what we do at English 1
• Strong presence in China and Indonesia
• 30 years in China with 200+ schools in 50+ cities
• Professional development and growth

Make it matter. Be part of our international team and make an impact! APPLY NOW!