Tutor of English as an Additional Language

Ipswich School; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the United Kingdom seeks an EAL Tutor to teach English to international students aged 11-18. This part-time role requires a TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA qualification and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include teaching, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting students' learning progress. The position offers potential accommodation and additional benefits.

Benefits

Free lunch during term time

Access to swimming pool and fitness gym

Wellbeing app with 24/7 GP access

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous fee remission for children

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and working with young international students.
• Ability to foster a positive learning environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach English as an Additional Language (EAL) to Y7–Y13 overseas boarders.
• Collaborate with Head of EAL and colleagues to support learners’ progress.
• Encourage a willing attitude to learn and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Knowledge of EAL

Enthusiasm

Autonomy

Education

TEFL, TESOL or CELTA qualification

Job description

Overview

IPSWICH SCHOOL

HMC 780 pupils aged 11-18

TUTOR of ENGLISH as an ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

PART TIME: 0.4FTE

From January 2026, or before

We wish to appoint a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, autonomous tutor to teach EAL to our Y7 - Y13 overseas boarders, many of whom are from Hong Kong or the PRC. Reporting to the Head of EAL, the successful applicant will have a current TEFL, TESOL or CELTA qualification and will enjoy working with and encouraging young people, all of whom are hard working and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Teach English as an Additional Language (EAL) to Y7–Y13 overseas boarders.
• Work under the supervision of the Head of EAL and collaborate with colleagues to support learners’ progress.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and encourage hard work and a willing attitude to learn.

Hours and location

• Teaching hours currently take place on Mondays and Fridays, as well as on Saturday mornings, during term time only.
• Part-time role: 0.4FTE.

Accommodation, remuneration and benefits

• Accommodation and additional remuneration may be available for a successful candidate who wishes 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 are able to 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 and have been awarded a place, you could be entitled to generous fee remission.

How to apply

• We would encourage you to download an application form and a full job description for this role from our website: https://www.ipswich.school/vacancies
• Or contact the HR team on 01473 408300 or [e-mail].
• Completed application forms should be returned by noon on Tuesday 07 October 2025. Please mark the envelope Private and Confidential and send to: The Director of HR, Ipswich School, 25 Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SG or email: [e-mail]

Interviews and safeguarding

• Candidates shortlisted for interview will be advised as soon as possible after the closing date and interviews will take place in the week beginning Monday 13 October 2025, when we may ask candidates to meet and teach some current pupils.
• PLEASE NOTE 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.

Notes

Teaching hours previously listed are during term time only. Ipswich School was rated as \'Excellent\' in every category in its 2022 ISI Inspection.