Teacher of ESOL

Salford City College Group; Salford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Salford is seeking a motivated ESOL Teacher to develop students' English language skills. Responsibilities include teaching various levels and ensuring students achieve their academic goals. The successful candidate will have strong teaching credentials, a relevant degree, and a commitment to enhancing student learning. This role offers generous benefits, including holidays, pension contributions, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

13 weeks holiday

Health and wellbeing resources

Teachers' Pension Scheme with significant employer contribution

Flexible working options

Staff benefits package with discounts

Qualifications

• Track record of outstanding academic success in ESOL.
• Experience teaching from pre-entry to Level 2.
• Student-focused with a commitment to improving communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach mixed ability ESOL students.
• Assess and improve student achievement.
• Teach Functional IT and Maths as required.

Skills

Qualified ESOL Teacher

Proficient in teaching Level 2

Excellent subject knowledge

Education

Relevant subject degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

About the role

The ESOL department at Salford City College is committed to inspiring and developing students who are speakers of other languages, to extend their knowledge, skills and understanding of the English language and British culture. Our aim is to maximise students' potential by improving their communication, literacy, and life skills, enabling students to become confident and independent contributors to modern British society. An opportunity has arisen for a qualified, enthusiastic and skilled ESOL Teacher to join our busy team.

Key responsibilities

Teach students of mixed abilities from pre‑entry to Level 2 ESOL, and accredited Functional IT and Maths across our 16‑18 and adult courses. Combine a strong classroom presence with excellent student achievement and, where asked, teach IT and Maths skills to students.

Qualifications

Qualified ESOL Teacher with a proven track record of outstanding academic success. Proficient in teaching students from pre‑entry to Level 2. Excellent subject knowledge, student‑focused, with a relevant subject degree and an appropriate postgraduate qualification.

Reasons to join us

• Generous Terms and Conditions, including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College).
• 2.30pm finish on Fridays, free on‑site parking and various health and wellbeing resources, plus 3 Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer contribution.
• Incredible community, with many opportunities for staff and their families to get involved.
• Family‑friendly policies and flexible working options.
• Investment in staff through training and career opportunities.
• Amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high‑street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Shared purpose: belief in the value of education for a successful future and a commitment to the best for learners and staff.
• Core values of respect, integrity and kindness embedded in staff and student behaviour.
• 94% of staff are proud to work at the College.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click the 'Apply' button to be taken to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, complete the registration form; if returning, log in to access your profile. Add a personal statement to the job application form and submit.

Commitment to safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to a comprehensive checking process, including references, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a check against the appropriate barred list.

Equality and diversity

The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.

Closing date

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advert should sufficient interest arise.