ESOL Learning Tutor – London

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and adaptable ESOL Tutor (English for Speakers of Other Languages) to deliver high-quality, engaging, and inclusive English language programmes to young people and adult learners across Lambeth and other London boroughs.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in learners’ lives, helping individuals from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds develop the English language skills, confidence, and independence needed to participate fully in education, employment, and everyday life.

Working with learners of varying abilities and levels of English proficiency, you will plan and deliver stimulating, learner-centred sessions that develop essential speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. You will create a welcoming and supportive learning environment where learners feel encouraged to communicate, practise their language skills, and achieve their individual learning goals.

You will assess learners’ existing language abilities, develop appropriate learning plans, deliver engaging lessons, and monitor progress towards recognised qualifications and positive progression outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have experience delivering ESOL programmes within post-16 education, adult learning, or community education, together with strong communication and organisational skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs.

If you are passionate about empowering people through language, breaking down communication barriers, and helping learners build brighter futures, we would love to hear from you.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, inclusive ESOL programmes to individuals and groups of learners aged 16 and over.
• Teach English language skills across speaking, listening, reading, and writing, adapting content to suit learners' abilities and levels of proficiency.
• Develop learners' practical communication skills for everyday situations, education, employment, and community participation.
• Deliver interactive, learner-centred activities that encourage conversation, language practice, confidence, and independent learning.
• Incorporate functional language skills, digital literacy, and employability-related communication into teaching activities where appropriate.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies, differentiated resources, and Information and Learning Technology (ILT) to accommodate different abilities, learning styles, and additional support needs.
• Create a welcoming, culturally sensitive, and inclusive learning environment that values learners' diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Deliver face-to-face, remote, and blended learning sessions where required.

• Conduct initial and diagnostic assessments to establish learners' English language proficiency, individual learning needs, and appropriate starting levels.
• Develop individual learning plans and set achievable targets aligned with learners' abilities, aspirations, and programme requirements.
• Set, assess, and provide constructive feedback on coursework, language activities, and formal assessments.
• Prepare and support learners undertaking accredited ESOL qualifications and assessments, where applicable.
• Monitor, record, and evaluate learner progress, attendance, retention, and achievement.
• Provide ongoing guidance, encouragement, and Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to support learners' progression into further education, training, or employment.
• Identify learners requiring additional support and work collaboratively with colleagues to address barriers to participation and achievement.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records, assessment documentation, registers, and progress tracking systems.
• Ensure teaching, assessment, and record-keeping activities comply with organisational policies, awarding body requirements, and relevant quality standards.
• Participate in internal moderation, standardisation, quality assurance activities, and preparation for External Quality Assurance (EQA) visits.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, development of ESOL teaching resources, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the achievement of programme performance targets, including learner retention, achievement, progression, and satisfaction.

• Create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all learners.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, empathy, and an understanding of the challenges faced by learners developing English as an additional language.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, health and safety, and data protection policies.
• Build positive and professional relationships with learners, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing professional development (CPD) activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, accountability, and a commitment to achieving positive learner outcomes.

• Experience delivering ESOL teaching or English language training within post-16 education, adult learning, community education, or a related setting.
• Sound knowledge of English language teaching methodologies, language acquisition, and approaches to developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
• Experience planning and delivering engaging, differentiated, learner-centred teaching and assessment activities.
• Ability to assess English language proficiency, identify individual learning needs, and monitor learner progress.
• Confidence supporting learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, including those with additional learning or support needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to explain language concepts clearly and encourage learner participation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with learners.
• Excellent organisational, administrative, and time management skills, including accurate record-keeping and progress reporting.
• Confidence using digital learning resources, virtual learning platforms, and online assessment tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, adapting positively to different teaching environments and programme requirements.
• Commitment to learner achievement, retention, progression, and continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications, including ESOL Skills for Life.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English or GCSE English within adult learning or post-16 education.
• Experience supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or additional barriers to learning.
• Knowledge of awarding body requirements, ESOL curriculum frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
• Internal Verification/Internal Quality Assurance (IV/IQA) experience.
• Experience providing Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG).
• Experience delivering remote or blended learning programmes.

• Relevant degree or subject-specific qualification in English, Education, ESOL, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related discipline.
• Recognised teaching qualification, such as a Certificate in Education or equivalent, or willingness to work towards an appropriate qualification.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Specialist ESOL teaching qualification, such as a Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL), CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or equivalent (desirable, subject to programme requirements).
• Level 3 Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) qualification, or willingness to work towards one (desirable).

• Current Safeguarding Certification.
• Current First Aid certification.

• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Physically able to carry out the requirements of the role.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)*.