Tutor of English as an Additional Language

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious school in Ipswich is seeking a passionate Tutor of EAL to support overseas boarders in their English learning. The role involves tutoring students from Year 7 to Year 13, requiring a TEFL/TESOL or CELTA qualification. This part-time, permanent position offers a salary between £15,025 and £17,015 and additional benefits, including access to the school's wellness programs and facilities.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free meals during term time

Access to wellness app and gym

Qualifications

• Current TEFL/TESOL or CELTA qualification is essential.
• Experience in tutoring EAL pupils is advantageous.
• Ability to engage with and support students learning English.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring for Year 7 – Year 13 overseas boarders.
• Support pupils learning English as an additional language.
• Collaborate with colleagues for safeguarding and welfare.

Skills

Knowledgeable

Passionate

Autonomous

Support for young EAL learners

Education

TEFL/TESOL or CELTA qualification

Job description

Overview

Ipswich School wish to appoint a knowledgeable, passionate and autonomous Tutor of EAL (English as an Additional Language) to our Year 7 – Year 13 overseas boarders, many of whom are from Hong Kong or the PRC. Reporting to the Head of EAL, you will have a current Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages or CELTA qualification and will enjoy working with and encouraging young people, all of whom are hardworking and willing to learn.

Teaching hours currently take place on Mondays and Fridays, as well as on Saturday mornings, during term time only. Ipswich School was rated as ‘Excellent’ in every category in its 2022 ISI Inspection.

Accommodation and additional remuneration may be available if you wish to become involved with our boarding provision. All Teachers are eligible to join a pension scheme with Royal London, with an employer contribution of 15%. The scheme also provides critical illness cover, income protection and death in service cover. Free lunch is provided in the Dining Hall during term time on the days you are at work and staff can use the school’s swimming pool and fitness gym free of charge (in compliance with appropriate rules and regulations). You will have access to Smarthealth, the School’s wellbeing app for staff which offers 24/7 GP access and mental health support. We also offer a Cycle to Work Scheme. If there are pupil vacancies and you have a child or children who are eligible to attend the school who have satisfied the entry criteria as set out in the School’s Admissions Policy, and have been awarded a place, you could be entitled to generous fee remission.

Role details

• Salary: £15,025 - £17,015 per annum
• Hours: 0.4 FTE, Part Time
• Contract: Permanent, required from January 2026
• Location: Ipswich School, Henley Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3SG
• Reference: 7859

Responsibilities and requirements

• Year 7 – Year 13 EAL tutoring for overseas boarders.
• Hold a current TEFL/TESOL or CELTA qualification.
• Engage with and support pupils who are learning English as an additional language.
• Work with colleagues to support the school’s safeguarding and pupil welfare commitments.

How to apply

For more information and how to apply, please visit our website. Please contact the HR Team by calling 01473 408300 or emailing [e-mail]. An application form is available on the vacancies page of our website and should be returned by email to [e-mail]. Alternatively, you may submit your application by post to: The Director of HR, Ipswich School, 25 Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SG.

Closing date: 12pm, 7 October 2025. Interview date: Week commencing 13 October 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be advised as soon as possible after the closing date; we may ask candidates to meet and teach some current pupils.

Please advise us of any special requirements you may have if you are called for interview. If your special requirements mean that you need to submit this application in a different format, please contact us.

Safeguarding: Ipswich School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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