Tutor in Languages

UAG; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Employers Pension

30 days Annual leave

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Salary

BUPA Cash Plan

50% off Tuition Fees for staff depend

CU Reward Scheme

Cycle To work scheme

Job summary

Coventry University Group is seeking an experienced EAP Tutor to lead the administration and delivery of the Coventry University English Test (CUET), supporting international partnerships and student recruitment.

You will manage a team of markers, oversee secure distribution of test materials and scripts, and coordinate with Recruitment & Admissions to ensure timely results, while upholding data security and GDPR requirements.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree
• Diploma level qualification and/or Masters in a relevant subject (e.g. TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Language Testing)
• Native or near native speaker (IELTS 8.0 or above) standard of written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and delivery of CUET
• Manage and standardise a team of markers
• Oversee secure allocation of test materials and completed scripts
• Work with Recruitment & Admissions to ensure timely results
• Moderate marking and investigate academic misconduct or test breaches
• Provide training and guidance to invigilators

Skills

Language testing

Test administration

Marking standardisation

GDPR

Data security

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Quality assurance

Education

Undergraduate degree

Diploma/Masters in TESOL or related

IELTS 8.0 or above

Job description

Salary:

Competitive starting salary range from £41,049 up to £42,286 pro rata (dependent on experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.

Mode:

Part Time, Fixed Term until 18/12/2026

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success, and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced EAP Tutor to lead the administration and delivery of the Coventry University English Test (CUET), an international English language proficiency test that supports the University’s global partnerships and student recruitment activities.

In this role, you will manage and standardise a team of markers, oversee the secure allocation of test materials and completed scripts, and work closely with Recruitment & Admissions colleagues to ensure the timely delivery of results. You will moderate marking, investigate any cases of academic misconduct or test breaches, and provide training and guidance to invigilators to ensure consistent test delivery and security standards across all locations.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the quality, integrity and success of a globally recognised English language testing programme.

Further details:

• 18.5 hours per week (0.5fte)
• Contract dates: 5 October to 18 December 2026, with the potential for further contracts for key student recruitment cycles in 2027.
• Remote work – the successful candidate will not need to attend the Coventry campus but will need to be based within the UK and be available remotely during working hours to liaise with stakeholders and markers.

Qualifications Required

• Undergraduate degree
• Diploma level qualification and/or Masters in a relevant subject (e.g. TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Language Testing)
• Native or near native speaker (IELTS 8.0 or above) standard of written and spoken English

Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of language testing principles and secure test delivery processes, with experience in test administration, marking standardisation and moderation, and handling academic misconduct.

You will have previous experience leading teaching or marking teams, working collaboratively with stakeholders across an educational institution, and managing competing priorities within tight deadlines. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, accuracy in data reporting, and a thorough understanding of data security, confidentiality, and GDPR requirements are essential.

The Benefits

As a staff member of CU Group, you will have access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits.

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

£41,049 to £42,286 pro rata