Vocational Trainer – ESOL

Essex County Counci; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Adult Community Learning (ACL) in Colchester is seeking a passionate Vocational Trainer - ESOL to deliver engaging ESOL teaching and assessment to adult learners. You will support learners to build confidence, improve language skills and progress to further study or employment.

The role is permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) with sessions mainly in WC hours and potential evenings/online delivery. Candidates must have ESOL qualifications and experience and be able to travel to ACL locations

Qualifications

• Experience delivering ESOL to adult learners.
• Strong digital competence and ability to use technology in learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality ESOL teaching and learning, both face‑to‑face and online.
• Plan and deliver learning programmes for diverse adult groups in a safe environment.
• Assess learners using diagnostic and formative methods and provide timely feedback.
• Promote digital skills and integrate technology into teaching.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progress records.

Skills

ESOL delivery

Digital literacy

Safeguarding

Strong communication

Education

ESOL qualification (CELTA/DELTA Level 5 TESOL or degree)

Job description

Vocational Trainer - ESOL

Permanent,Full Time

£34,668 Per Annum

Location:Colchester

Working Style:Community-based worker

Closing Date: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 11.59pm

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current, unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Help learners build confidence, develop language skills, and unlock new opportunities.

At Adult Community Learning (ACL), we believe that learning English can transform lives, helping people gain confidence, connect with their communities, and access employment, education, and training opportunities.

We're looking for a passionate and engaging Vocational Trainer - ESOL to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that supports adult learners to develop their English language skills, build confidence and achieve their personal, educational and employment goals.

You'll support learners from diverse backgrounds to develop the language, personal, social and employability skills they need to progress into further learning, employment, and active participation within their communities.

As part of Essex County Council, ACL is the largest provider of adult learning in Essex, supporting thousands of learners each year to gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to achieve their goals.

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Please note that this position is being offered on a full-time basis, offering 37 hours per week. The expected pattern of teaching delivery can be seen below and will be discussed / confirmed in the interview.

Ideally, we are looking for the successful candidate to start work ASAP.

Working Pattern:

• Session times run from 9.30am till 2.30pm, Monday to Friday, ideal for those looking for work that fits around school days.
• Possible evenings and online teaching.
• Additional tasks are required outside of session times but within the expected number of working hours per day and can be done at a time that suits you that day.
• 5 full days (7.4 hours per day) per week. Working across 52 weeks per year.
• Delivery of sessions will take place at ACL Colchester, with the potential need to travel to other ACL locations to deliver sessions there.

What you'll be doing

You will deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences that support learners to develop their English language skills and progress towards further learning, employment, and wider life opportunities.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment within ESOL programmes, both face-to-face and online.
• Motivate and inspire learners to achieve their goals and progress in their learning.
• Plan and deliver effective learning programmes for diverse groups of adult learners within a safe and inclusive environment.
• Promote the benefits of technology and support learners to develop their digital confidence and skills.
• Use initial, diagnostic, and formative assessment methods to identify starting points, monitor progress, and provide constructive and timely feedback.
• Set challenging targets and learning objectives that support learner achievement and progression.
• Support learners to develop personal, social and employability skills that enable progression into further learning and employment.
• Maintain accurate learner attendance, progress and achievement records using ACL systems.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is highly skilled in delivering ESOL learning to adult learners and can effectively adapt teaching to meet diverse learner needs.
• Is passionate about developing others and helping learners achieve their goals.
• Can create engaging and inclusive learning experiences for adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is organised, professional and committed to continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Has high levels of digital competence and can confidently incorporate technology into learning.

What you'll bring

Essential

• An ESOL-specific qualification such as CELTA, DELTA, Level 5 TESOL, or a relevant degree.
• Experience delivering ESOL learning to adult learners.
• Experience of teaching, training, coaching, or supporting learners.
• Good digital and ICT skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications.
• Experience of learner assessment and progress monitoring.
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs.
• Experience delivering adult learning programmes.
• Knowledge of current ESOL curriculum and assessment requirements.

If you have relevant ESOL expertise and a passion for helping adults develop confidence and language skills, we'd love to hear from you.

What to expect:

Our recruitment process is made up of two stages. The first stage is a:

1. 1 hour Micro Teach Presentation and discussion, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your teaching approach and subject expertise.
2. Successful candidates will then progress to a up to 1-hour Competency and Behavioural-Based Interview, allowing us to learn more about your experience, skills, and how you align with our values and the requirements of the role.

Why join ACL?

• Make a genuine difference to learners and local communities.
• Be part of the largest provider of adult learning in Essex.
• Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Benefit from Essex County Council's excellent employee benefits package.
• Help change lives through learning.

Ready to make an impact?

Join ACL and help learners develop the English language skills, confidence and knowledge they need to thrive in work, education and everyday life.

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Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle,or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

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