ESOL Tutor

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Trigon Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced ESOL Tutor to deliver engaging ESOL sessions for adult learners in Aberdeen on an ongoing sessional basis.

You will assess learners, develop ILPs, and support progression while delivering accredited ESOL qualifications with a focus on safeguarding and learner wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering ESOL teaching to adult learners.
• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Prevent policies.
• Ability to develop engaging, accessible learning resources.
• Experience creating and managing ILPs and learner progress records.
• Proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging ESOL sessions for adult Pre-Entry learners.
• Carry out initial and diagnostic assessments to establish learner needs.
• Develop and monitor Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Deliver accredited ESOL qualifications in line with awarding bodies.
• Plan lessons to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
• Provide timely feedback to promote learner progress.
• Record learner progress and complete required administration.

Skills

ESOL teaching

Adult education

Learner assessment

ILPs development

Digital delivery

Safeguarding

Time management

Education

Qualified ESOL teacher (PTLLS/CTLLS/DTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

ESOL Tutor

Location: Aberdeen

Salary: £26k pro-rata

Contract Type: Ongoing Sessional

Hours: Monday Friday, with teaching delivery between 9:30am 2:30pm

Learner Cohort: Up to 15 Pre-Entry ESOL adult learners

About the Opportunity

Trigon Recruitment are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced ESOL Tutor to join a fantastic Grade 2 Ofsted training provider in Aberdeen on an ongoing sessional basis. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive and personalised ESOL learning to a group of adult learners at Pre-Entry level. You will support learners to build their confidence, develop their English language skills and make meaningful progress towards their individual learning and progression goals. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ESOL Tutor who is passionate about adult education and committed to creating a positive, supportive and achievement-focused learning environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesTeaching, Learning & Assessment

• Set consistently high expectations for learners and support them to achieve positive learning outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive and personalised ESOL sessions that enable learners to develop their skills and make measurable progress.
• Carry out effective initial and diagnostic assessments to establish learners starting points and identify individual learning needs.
• Develop and maintain accurate Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), using assessment outcomes to inform teaching and learning.
• Deliver accredited ESOL qualifications and wider learning activities in line with awarding body and organisational requirements.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet the needs of learners with different abilities, backgrounds and barriers to learning.
• Provide timely, constructive verbal and written feedback to encourage learner development and achievement.
• Monitor, assess, track and accurately record learner progress, identifying areas requiring additional intervention or support.
• Prepare learners effectively for summative assessments, including controlled assessments, external examinations and portfolio submissions.
• Create and use engaging, accessible learning resources to enhance the learner experience.

Quality, Compliance & Administration

• Maintain high standards of assessment and ensure all assessment activity complies with JCQ and awarding body requirements.
• Follow secure assessment procedures and ensure assessment materials are managed appropriately.
• Support internal quality assurance activities and contribute to standardisation as required.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of schemes of work, lesson resources and teaching practices.
• Maintain accurate learner records and complete all required administration in line with contractual, organisational and funding requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with organisational policies, procedures and quality standards.

Safeguarding & Learner Wellbeing

• Promote and maintain a strong safeguarding culture across all aspects of delivery.
• Adhere to Safeguarding and Prevent policies and procedures, maintaining a high level of vigilance at all times.
• Support learner wellbeing and create a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Manage learner behaviour, attendance and punctuality effectively, addressing concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Identify and escalation safeguarding or wellbeing concerns in line with organisational procedures.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure learners receive appropriate Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) and support with progression and employability.
• Work flexibly to meet changing business and contract requirements, including occasional changes to delivery locations or methods.
• Attend tutor meetings, standardisation sessions, CPD and other relevant meetings as required.
• Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and use feedback to continually enhance teaching practice.
• Participate fully in performance management processes, meeting agreed objectives, deadlines and KPIs.
• Contribute positively to the wider development and continuous improvement of the provision.

Virtual & Digital Delivery

• Demonstrate confidence in using digital platforms and technology to support teaching and learning.
• Deliver or support virtual learning where required, adapting teaching methods to maintain learner engagement and participation.
• Use appropriate digital resources to enhance the learning experience and support learners digital skills.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience delivering ESOL teaching to adult learners.
• A recognised teaching qualification such as PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an adult education or further education environment.
• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Prevent.
• Proven ability to deliver personalised learning to adults with diverse abilities, needs and barriers to learning.
• Experience completing assessment, learner progress tracking and Individual Learning Plans.
• Ability to develop engaging and accessible learning resources.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively while also managing teaching responsibilities independently.
• Confidence using digital and online learning platforms.
• Flexible approach to delivery and the ability to adapt to changing learner and business requirements.

Desirable

• Experience delivering Pre-Entry ESOL programmes.
• Experience working with learners who have significant barriers to learning.
• Experience supporting learners with progression into further education, training or employment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

What We re Looking For

We re looking for a passionate, adaptable and learner-focused ESOL Tutor who can create a positive classroom environment and inspire adult learners to develop their confidence and communication skills. You should be committed to high-quality teaching, learner achievement and continuous improvement, with the flexibility to work within a sessional delivery model.