ESOL Teacher

Activate Learning; Banbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An inspiring opportunity awaits you at an innovative educational institution, where you can make a meaningful impact as a casual ESOL teacher. Join a dedicated Lifeskills faculty focused on empowering learners who face barriers to education, including those with special educational needs and refugees. This role offers a flexible schedule, teaching primarily on Tuesday and Thursday evenings during term time. With a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment, you will help students unlock their potential and embrace the joy of learning. If you are passionate about education and eager to inspire, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive holiday

Excellent pension

Fantastic onsite facilities

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests

Health Cash Plan

Continuous professional growth

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• ESOL teaching qualification required; PGCE preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Teach Adult and Foundation 16-19 ESOL courses at Banbury & Bicester campus.
• Support learners facing barriers to education, including refugees.

Skills

ESOL teaching qualification

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Current Maths and English skills

Flexibility

Education

CertTESOL/DipTESOL/CELTA/DELTA

PGCE or equivalent

Post Compulsory Education Level 5 qualification

Tools

Virtual learning tools

Job description

ESOL Teacher

Reference: JAN20256920

Expiry date: 23:59, Mon, 17th Feb 2025

Location: Banbury

Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent pension, fantastic onsite facilities

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring casual ESOL teacher to join our Lifeskills faculty based at our Banbury & Bicester campus. The Lifeskills team work to support learners who face barriers to education, including learners with special educational needs, asylum seekers and refugees.

This post provides an excellent opportunity for a teacher with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential and switch on to the power of learning. The post holder will predominately be teaching on our Adult and Foundation 16-19 ESOL courses.

This is a casual role, working 6 hours per week (Tues & Thurs evenings, term-time only) based at our Banbury & Bicester College campus.

What do you need to be successful in this role?

Successful candidates will have an ESOL teaching qualification (CertTESOL/DipTESOL/CELTA/DELTA). While we would prefer applications from experienced teachers who hold a PGCE or degree, we would consider applications from applicants with little or no teaching experience who have the ability to inspire our learners and a willingness to complete a PGCE or equivalent Post Compulsory Education Level 5 qualification.

In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will have an open mindset and attitude towards technology and virtual learning tools. Along with current Maths and English skills, you will also demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.

What Activate Learning offers new Teaching staff:

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

Here are some of our benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for Activate Learning staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve-point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis; we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.