English Language Tutor
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you qualified to teach English as an additional language? Do you have the ability to motivate and inspire students? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience?
We have a number of roles available for English Language Tutors at the University of Leeds. The Language Centre (LC) at the University of Leeds teaches students from all levels: Foundation through to PhD, both in pathway programmes for students prior to beginning their degree studies, and on-course programmes. Leeds is on the forefront of the trend for embedded EAP, including twelve discipline-specific summer pre-sessional programmes, and growing numbers of LC staff seconded into academic departments during the academic year.
In this role you will develop and deliver engaging, effective English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and/or General English summer pre-sessional classes to international students at the University of Leeds.
Previous applicants need not apply. Visa sponsorship for this role is unavailable.
Please include a covering letter clearly stating which role and contract dates you are applying for. (see candidate brief to view the different contract durations). Interviews will be held, via MS Teams, for both roles w/c 3 July 2023.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Siân Owen (Language Centre Manager) or Helen Whitelaw (Management Support Officer)
Email: LanguageCentreMASS@leeds.ac.uk
Location: Leeds - Main CampusFaculty/Service: Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Cultures
School/Institute: Language Centre
Category: Academic
Grade: Grade 7
Salary: £36,333 to £43,155 p.a. pro rata
Working Time: 100% but welcome applications for part time hours
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term (See candidate brief, please send cover letter stating which contract duration you are interested in.)
Release Date: Friday 16 June 2023
Closing Date: Monday 26 June 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: AHCLA1006
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for English Language Tutor roles across University of Leeds's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £36,333 - £43,155 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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