Suffolk Jobs Direct
EAL Conversationalist
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Ipswich School – Ipswich Prep School
- Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3QW
- Salary: £20 per hour
- Hours: 28 hours per week
- Contract: Casual Contract, required as soon as possible
- Reference: 5487
Ipswich Prep School is seeking a warm, passionate and supportive EAL Conversationalist to work with pupils for whom English is an additional language.
You will support children aged 4–11 in developing their confidence and fluency in spoken English through regular conversation, games, activities and age-appropriate interactions. The role will complement the work taking place within the classroom, helping pupils to develop the vocabulary, understanding and confidence they need to participate fully in school life.
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are fluent in English and who also speak one or more of the following languages: Portuguese, Italian, French, Mandarin, Cantonese, Romanian or Ukrainian.
Your responsibilities:
- Provide regular opportunities for purposeful, natural conversation in a warm and encouraging environment.
- Support pupils in developing everyday vocabulary and language relevant to school routines, friendships, play and classroom learning.
- Use games, stories, pictures, practical activities and conversation prompts to encourage pupils to communicate in English.
- Help pupils develop listening skills, pronunciation, sentence construction and conversational fluency appropriate to their age and stage of English acquisition.
- Support younger children with the language needed to understand routines, instructions and expectations within school.
- Help pupils to develop the confidence to communicate with their peers and adults and to participate more fully in classroom and social situations.
- Where appropriate, use knowledge of a pupil's home language to support understanding, provide reassurance and help bridge communication as English develops.
- Promote pupils' independence, gradually reducing reliance on their home language as their confidence in English develops.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What you will need:
- Fluent and confident in written and spoken English
- Ideally speaking one, or more, of the following languages fluently: Portuguese, Italian, French, Mandarin, Cantonese, Romanian and/or Ukrainian.
- Experience of working with children or young people
About us
For over 600 years, Ipswich School has inspired young people to discover their potential, develop their character and leave us ready to make a positive contribution to the world. None of this would be possible without our people. From teachers and teaching assistants to catering, estates, administration, finance, admissions and support staff, every colleague plays an important role in creating the exceptional experiences that define an Ipswich School education. We are proud of our welcoming community, ambitious culture and collaborative approach. Together, we strive for excellence, support one another and continually look for ways to improve. When you join Ipswich School, you're joining more than a workplace. You're becoming part of a community that values professionalism, kindness, ambition and opportunity.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
For more information
Please read the Job Description (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5487-job-description-primary-eal-conversationalist-ipswich-school.pdf].
To find out more, please contact HR by calling 01473 408300.
How to apply
Please complete your application by visiting our website [http://www.ipswich.school/vacancies].
Closing date: 12pm, 1 October 2026
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you are interested in this role please apply as soon as possible. We look forward to receiving your application.
Interview date: to be confirmed.
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
To apply, please follow the application process detailed above.
This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form.
The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location