TESOL International Association
EAL Tutor
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As an EAL Tutor, you will provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils across Birmingham whose first language is not English, helping them develop their English language skills, build confidence, and improve their engagement and attainment across the curriculum. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced EAL Tutor, Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Learning Support Professional who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
Many of the pupils you will work with in Birmingham may be new to the UK education system, have English as an Additional Language, or require extra support to access learning effectively. Your role will be to develop positive relationships, assess individual language needs, and deliver personalised tuition that promotes language acquisition, educational progress, and personal development.
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Contract/Position Details
- Location: Within the community or educational settings in Birmingham
- Position: EAL Tutor
- Type of work: Contract
- Start date: ASAP
- Duration: Until the pupil can successfully access learning independently or reintegrate into a suitable educational placement
- End date (if applicable): Ongoing
- Contract type: Temporary
- Full-time/Part-time: Part-time (15 hours per week, per student)
- Minimum rate of pay: £22+ per hour
- Hours: Working hours may vary depending on the needs of the pupil and family
Experience, Training and Qualifications of the EAL Tutor:
- Experience teaching or supporting children and young people with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- Experience delivering English language interventions or tuition is highly desirable
- A teaching qualification, TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, ESOL qualification, or relevant experience is advantageous
- Be patient, empathetic, and able to build positive relationships
- Have excellent communication and classroom management skills
- Be confident adapting lessons and resources to meet individual language and learning needs
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To be eligible for this role, the EAL Tutor must:
- Hold the right to work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate registered with the online Update Service, or be willing to process a new application
- Be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years
- Have experience working with children and young people in an educational setting
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