English Language Teacher

Application Deadline: 19 June 2026

Department: Academic

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: Oxford International Edinburgh Centre

Compensation: Competitive

Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons using materials from the syllabus as directed but also adapting and supplementing as required to meet student needs 
• Teach face-to-face junior classes with the aim of achieving the objectives of the course syllabus and to the standards set out by the Academic Management Team (AMT)
• Use classroom technology to enhance students’ learning experience
• Effectively manage students and their behaviour (with the support of the AMT)
• Encourage student participation through a positive and enthusiastic attitude about activities in which they are involved
• Be observed by a member of the AMT for the purposes of professional development and quality control and by TESOL trainees as part of OIEG’s Teacher Training provision
• Teach morning and/or afternoon classes

• Attend weekly staff meetings (usually at lunch time).
• Keep an accurate record of student attendance and lateness and alert the AMT to any absences where required
• Complete a weekly scheme of work at the start of each week, and record of work for what has been taught after each lesson
• Complete student reports at the end of their course and at any other times requested by the AMT
• Monitor and assess students’ ongoing progress as required
• Conduct placement tests for new students and participate in student induction
• Complete any other administrative tasks required for the smooth running of the school

• Attend staff induction prior to the start of the contract
• Complete online welfare and safeguarding training and any other non-teaching training required by OIEG
• Be a positive and professional role model for the students, representing the core values of OIEG
• Attend CPD sessions provided by OIEG. However, teachers are expected to take a strong interest in and responsibility for their own CPD as an English language teacher, with the support of the AMT
• Dress appropriately to the role at all times
• Abide by the school systems and procedures as outlined in the Teacher Manual
• Contribute positively to the inclusive atmosphere of the school by working collaboratively with students and staff.

Person Specifications

• Eligibility to live and work in in the UK
• Undergo an Enhanced PVG check or overseas equivalent

• Recognised ELT qualification, e.g. Trinity CertTESOL or Cambridge CELTA  Undergraduate degree (*not a requirement for a candidate with a Level 7 qualification or working towards this qualification)
• Level 7 ELT qualification, e.g. Trinity Diploma TESOL/Cambridge Delta (Desirable)
• Other relevant teaching qualification (such as CELTYL) (Desirable)

• Demonstrable English language proficiency (CEFR C2, IELTS 8.5)
• Demonstrable knowledge of effective language teaching and learning strategies 
• Experience of delivering English language lessons to groups of junior and adult students
• Experience of working in a Language Teaching Organisation (e.g. language school, university language centre)  (Desirable)
• Experience of working with students from a diversity of cultures and language backgrounds  (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching IELTS/FCE/CAE/Business/ EAP courses (Desirable)
• Experience of working with teenagers and young learners (Desirable)

• Ability to use different strategies for effective classroom management and commitment to student-centred learning
• Ability to develop and adapt materials to suit students’ needs
• Willingness and ability to use a variety of teaching strategies and methods
• Commitment to the welfare of students
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and encouraging learning environment in which the teacher manages cultural differences 
• Willingness and ability to effectively teach learners of different ages
• Ability to differentiate in class according to age, ability, learning preference
• Willingness and ability to teach effectively online and face to face
• Willingness and flexibility to teach mornings and afternoons  

• Adopts a highly professional approach to work
• Customer-focused
• Adopts a collaborative approach to working
• Resilient, flexible and responds positively to new challenges, seeking solutions
• Strong cultural awareness and knowledge
• Empathetic and able to deal with people from a range of nationalities and cultures
• Acts with integrity at all times
• Is reliable and punctual
• Has a strong interest in their own professional development
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability and ability to cope with changing priorities
  
  

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