Sessional Tutor - Science & Engineering

Kaplan International; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Sessional Tutor for Science & Engineering. The role involves delivering high-quality lessons and creating innovative teaching materials for international students. Candidates should have experience teaching post-16 students, possess a relevant degree, and ideally a teaching qualification. This position offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid/home working

Career progression paths

28 days annual leave

Discounts on Kaplan courses

Confidential helpline for support services

Company pension contributions

Enhanced parental pay

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of teaching to a diverse range of learners.
• Innovative techniques for engaging students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons and plan learning activities.
• Develop teaching materials and work collaboratively.
• Provide effective teaching to international students.

Skills

Experience teaching post‑16 students

Ability to plan and deliver learning activities

Capability to develop innovative teaching materials

Collaborative teamwork

Flexibility and ability to work under pressure

Commitment to professional development

Experience using technology in teaching

Education

Postgraduate qualification preferred

Strong first degree or relevant professional experience

DELTA or CELTA plus relevant experience if teaching English

Job description

Sessional Tutor – Science & Engineering

We are looking for Tutors for Science and Engineering to join our team.

As a Sessional Tutor at University International College, you will join our successful team and provide stimulating, effective teaching to international students preparing to study on undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality lessons, planning and reviewing learning activities, developing innovative teaching materials, and working collaboratively across teams to enhance the student experience.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Experience teaching post‑16 students (a teaching qualification is an advantage).
• Ability to plan, deliver and review a range of learning activities that guide and support students to achieve and flourish.
• Capability to develop and update innovative teaching material that engages all students.
• Collaborative teamwork across different groups to continually improve the student experience.
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure to deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong commitment to continuous professional development and a proven track record of using this to enhance the student experience.
• Demonstrable experience using technology to inform teaching practice and a willingness to embrace innovations.
• Postgraduate qualification preferred; a strong first degree or relevant professional experience considered.
• If teaching English, DELTA or equivalent qualification; CELTA plus relevant experience also considered.

What we do

Kaplan International Pathways, a division of Kaplan Inc., offers international students a wide range of flexible study options – from university preparation programmes in the UK, Australia, USA and Japan to full‑degree programmes in Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities, our expertise in student recruitment, our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care, each year we welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries across our campus‑based colleges and off‑campus sites.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid/home working where possible
• Career progression paths
• 28 days annual leave
• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
• Company pension contributions
• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay well above statutory levels

Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro‑rata basis if the role is part‑time.

How to apply

Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11am on 31st October 2025. We recommend applying at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have identified a suitable shortlist.

Additional Application Information

Kaplan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. This role involves working with learners under 18 years old and who are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with our background‑checking policy. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure (including children’s barred list) via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to confirm their suitability. For teaching or coaching roles, a Prohibition from Teaching Check will also be completed through the Teaching Regulation Agency.

Applicants barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children should not apply.

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. After submission, applicants will receive details on how to request consideration under the Disability Confident Scheme and how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.

Employee Resource Groups

We proudly endorse and provide a platform for our Employee Resource Groups, including Kaplan Pride, Higher Ground Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group, and Parents and Carers. These groups support connection, advocacy and inclusion within the company.