ESOL Tutor

Teaching Personnel; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated ESOL Tutor in Bath for in-person tutoring of students with limited English proficiency, particularly Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children. The role involves delivering customized lessons, assessing student progress, and providing a culturally sensitive approach to education. Flexible working hours make this a meaningful opportunity for those passionate about language development and supporting young learners.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support from a professional team

Qualifications

• Experience with non-native English speakers.
• Understanding of challenges faced by UASC.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored ESOL lessons to students with minimal English.
• Assess language levels and create personalized learning plans.
• Build trust-based relationships with vulnerable young people.

Skills

Teaching

Assessment

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

TEFL qualification or equivalent

Job description

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Location: Bath (in-person tutoring)
Rate: £20–£30 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Part-time or full-time – flexible hours

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced ESOL Tutor to support learners in Bath, particularly those with limited to no English-speaking ability. Many of the students you will work with are Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) currently in care, requiring a sensitive, structured, and supportive approach to learning.

This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about language development, cross-cultural support, and helping young people find their voice in a new environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver one-to-one or small group ESOL lessons, tailored to the needs of students with minimal English

Assess student language levels and create a personalised scheme of work to support progression

Adapt teaching methods to meet a variety of learning styles and cultural backgrounds

Build positive, trust-based relationships with vulnerable young people

Provide ongoing monitoring and feedback to support student development and wellbeing

Requirements:

A TEFL qualification (or equivalent in ESOL/English language teaching)

Experience working with non-native English speakers, especially those with little or no English

Understanding of the needs and challenges faced by UASC and students in care

Ability to assess, plan, and deliver effective, individualised lessons

A patient, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed teaching approach

Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

Flexible working hours to fit your availability

A meaningful opportunity to change lives through language and education

Ongoing support from a professional and collaborative team

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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