TEFL Jobs in England

General Information

England offers many opportunities for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Although most of the best opportunities are reserved for British teachers, native English speakers from around the Commonwealth and even the States can find teaching jobs in England.

The United Kingdom’s liberal immigration policies mean that plenty of opportunities are there for TESOL teachers. In the last four decades, hundreds of thousands of immigrants have immigrated to England. Most people coming in are from Eastern Europe, and they have a lot of motivation to learn English as they will need to become fluent in English if they are to prosper in England.

Teaching

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a Post-Graduate Certification in Education (PGCE) are the two best qualifications for teachers. If not already certified in TESOL, this certificate is highly recommended for anyone wishing to teach ESL as a subject.

Should you find a teaching position with a language school, you will be teaching a very multi-cultural group. The majority of the migrant workers from Eastern Europe are eager to improve their language skills and there are also students who want to get their English up to standard, as well as those doing business in England, the latter of which take their English tuition very seriously.

In addition to these opportunities, England has an annual need for teachers to work temporary positions at one of its numerous summer camps. These positions will pay a decent wage and allow you to network--possibly finding a permanent position teaching in England or the UK.

Getting a Job

A job search for a teaching position in England is straight forward: Just look under ‘language schools’ in the electronic Yellow Pages and you will find numerous positions available. In London, most of these jobs will be teaching Business English.

Teaching technical English or business English are good areas in which to work. In addition to this, building up a portfolio of your own private students is an excellent idea, as it has the potential to increase your earning potential.

•  Summer TEFL Position in England

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  Date posted:2012-01-31 | Writer: PGL | Email: enquiries@pgl.co.uk

  Help give our guests the time of their life while you have yours! PGL is the UK's leading provider of residential children's adventure holidays at our 28 activity centres across the UK, France and Spain. We're launching an exciting new English as a Foreign Language product for the 2012 season. You'll be based at key PGL activity centres where guests will enjoy a mix of classroom-based EFL sessions, an outdoor activity programme (delivered by PGL Activity Instructor/Group Leaders) and off-site excursions.
  
  We’re looking for enthusiastic TEFL, TESOL or CELTA-qualified EFL Teachers to deliver this new programme to our inbound guests travelling to PGL centres from Europe, Asia and various long haul destinations.
  
  You will take your groups for sessions covering basic language skills of speaking, listening, writing, reading and grammar in a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable experience. You will ensure that all sessions takes place within a rewarding learning environment as well as keeping accurate records for your group and maintaining class discipline.
  
  Two contract options are available: you can choose to work for 4 weeks or 8 weeks however preference will be given to applicants who can work for the full 8 week period. Contract dates run from mid July onwards.
  
  The staff package for EFL Teachers is offered at £1,280 per 4 weeks, before tax and NI.
  
  You will also receive free accommodation/utility bills and meals for the duration of your contract.
  
  This role is based on a 35 hour working week, over 5 days. Some weekend working will be required. If you would like an informal chat about this new role, please contact Emma Hurrell (Recruitment Officer) on 0844 3710 123.
  
  PGL is committed to the principle of equality and diversity: we welcome applications from all members of the community.
  
  You must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for employment with PGL.
  
  Please do not hesitate to contact us either by phone or at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  
  
  Alton Court
  Penyard Lane
  Ross-on-Wye
  Herefordshire
  HR9 5GL
  
  Tel: 0844 371 0123
  Fax: 0844 371 0102

•  Immediate Opening For Full Time EFL Teachers in Malvern, UK

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  Date posted:2011-08-18 | Writer: Abbey College | Email: enquiries@abbeycollege.co.uk

  The Abbey College is an international school based in Malvern. During the academic year (September to June) we have up to 100 residential students studying a range of courses. We are looking for three full time EFL teachers to join our EFL department. In this role you will teach approx 23 hours per week providing English language support to our students. Courses included academic English and preparation for the KET, PET, FCE and IELTS examinations. Students ages range from 5 - 18 years old. Whilst we will provide training and support, experience of teaching the Cambridge examinations and academic English would be a definite advantage. Candidates should also have a strong classroom presence and be committed to achieving good examination results.
  Benefits include a sensible salary based on qualifications and experience together with 6 weeks paid holiday per year pro rata (bank holidays are not taken if they fall within term time). For more information, and to apply, contact us via e-mail at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  
  Abbey College,
  253, Wells Road
  Malvern
  Worcestershire
  WR14 4JF
  United Kingdom
   
  Telephone Number: +44 (0)1684 892300
  
  Facsimile Number: +44 (0)1684 892757

•  TEFL Positions in Southern England

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  Date posted:2011-04-03 | Writer: The Lewis School of English | Email: abby@lewis-school.co.uk

  The Lewis School of English, established in 1976, have occasional opportunities in locations throughout southern England for TEFL, or equivalent, qualified teachers able to deliver engaging and appropriate EFL lessons to learners aged 11-17 of varying ability levels. You should enjoy working as part of a team and will be expected to contribute to a positive and supportive staffroom. The ideal candidate will have some residential summer school experience and must be eligible to work in the UK. Benefits include full board accommodation as the posts are residential. We offer an excellent environment in which to grow and develop as an EFL teacher and are also an Investor in People. We are always interested in receiving CVs. Please contact Abby Croucher, our Director of Studies, at the e-mail address given on the job heading to register your interest.

•  TEFL Job in Luton, England

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  Date posted:2011-01-25 | Writer: ELAS UK | Email: trasul@elasuk.com

  Term Time Only; Candidates must have a degree, a recognized TEFL qualification and minimum 1 year teaching experience. ELAS UK is an English Language school that provides both Adult English Courses and Summer School English Courses for juniors and adults. We are currently looking to employ teachers to teach on our Adult English programs in Luton. Please contact us at the e-mail address given on the job heading for full details.

•  TEFL in East London

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  Date posted:2010-09-21 | Writer: UK College of Business and Computing | Email: curtmantle@gmail.com

  ESL teacher/Co-ordinator required at an International College in East London. This position would initially consist of 20 hours per week. This may increase depending on performance. Applicants must hold a teaching qualification (TEFL / TESOL  or equivalent), and have teaching experience. Experience teaching in international colleges preferred.
  
  Please send your CV, along with a cover letter, to the email address provided on the job heading.

•  Teach EFL in Yorkshire, England

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  Date posted:2010-07-27 | Writer: Englishstay | Email: englishstay@gmail.com

  We are a Homestay English school in Tadcaster, Yorkshire run by a married couple with over 18 years experience teaching English in a variety of countries. We are looking for TEFL qualified teachers in the York area who can teach all levels including IELTS and TOEFL. Lessons take place in the students homestay and are normally one-to-one lessons. For more information please contact us via e-mail at the address given on the job heading.

•  Teach English in Manchester, England

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  Date posted:2010-05-05 | Writer: Abbey College Manchester | Email: admin@abbeymanchester.co.uk

  Abbey College Manchester is an independent sixth form college offering a highly supportive environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and development. We have an opportunity for a TEFL qualified ESOL tutor with experience of teaching students in the 15 to 19 age range with IELTS of  3.0 plus. This is a salaried position  (0.8 to full-time), for a September 2010 start. The pay range for this post is £18,000 to £22,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. Please contact the college at the e-mail address given on the job heading for more information on this position, an application form and the relevant job description.

   Tel: 0161 817 2700

•  TEFL in Southern England

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  Date posted:2010-03-31 | Writer: British Study School | Email: tim.bird@british-study.com

  We are looking for TEFL qualified teachers for residential placements at one of our summer schools: Ardingly (near Brighton), Cheltenham (Gloucestershire) or Ascot (Berkshire). Each working day consists of three sessions (morning, afternoon, evening + night duty).

  All students follow either a 15-hour per week ‘General English’ course (mornings). Some students will also follow a 23-hour per week ‘Intensive English’ programme (mornings and afternoons).  Teachers deliver teaching sessions Monday – Friday, mornings from 9am –11am and 11.30am-12.30pm and some afternoons from 2- 4pm (afternoon teaching duties will be agreed with management on a rota system).

  You will usually be required to teach an afternoon (intensive English) class for one week. Your social activity duties will naturally be reduced to compensate during this week).
  When not teaching in the afternoons, teachers should fully supervise either afternoon or evening sports and social activities according to the rota system. This provides the ideal opportunity for developing a rapport with your students outside the classroom and being fully involved with them to ensure they have an enjoyable and safe stay.

  Duties include:
  To act in the welfare of students according to accepted professional standards at all times.
  Complete weekly registers, student work records, end of course reports and any other administration required by the EFL Director/ Course Director.
  To fully supervise students on any excursions or airport transfers and complete any duties such as registering student names.
  Work positively as part of a course team and attend daily staff meetings.
  To actively supervise breakfast, lunch and dinner queues on a rota basis (approximately 2-3 times per week).
  To undertake house night duty on a rota basis, i.e., ensuring all students are in the house after the end of evening activity, then actively.
  Supervising and registering students until lights out, ensuring house is quiet and students sleeping (approx 2-3 times per week).

  We offer a salary of around £260/week (full-board residential) depending on qualifications and experience.

  To apply, contact us at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  

•  Teach EFL in Central London

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  Date posted:2010-02-09 | Writer: Victoria School | Email: info@victoriaschool.co.uk

  Victoria School in Sloane Square, Central London, is looking for TEFL qualified native English speaking teachers to work up to 6 hours a day 5 days a week, during normal office hours, teaching a variety of levels, including one-on-one classes, IELTS & other test preparation courses. You should also be prepared to assist in social student trips. We offer a sensible pay scale depending on the type of classes taught.

  Salary:

  • GBP15.50/ hour for standard classes
  • GBP16.50/ hour for IELTS classes
  • GBP18.00/ hour for one-to-one classes
  • GBP12.00/ hour for student social trips

  To apply, contact Andrew O’Driscoll through email at the address given on the job heading.

•  TEFL Jobs around England

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  Date posted:2009-11-30 | Writer: Anglophiles Academic | Email: matthew@anglophiles.com

  We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and organized teachers to work on our English language courses in England, Ireland and France.
  
  For over 30 years Anglophiles Academic has been one of the leading UK providers of quality educational courses and travel experiences for young people from overseas.
  
  We now have vacancies for TEFL qualified EFL tutors to work on our English language courses in February, April, June, July & August 2010.
  
  Teachers will typically teach between 12 - 25 hours per week and be involved in other cultural, sports and social activities.
  
  Positions are available in our homestay centres in Hunstanton, King’s Lynn, Milton Keynes, Mallow (Ireland), Northampton, Nottingham, Peterborough, Plymouth, Spalding, Wisbech and York. We also require tutors for our UK residential centres in Skegness, Leicester and London, as well as for Berry, Banyuls and Mens in France.
  
  You can choose the centre(s) and dates that suit you – you can work on as many courses as you wish – it’s up to you.
  
  For more details email us at the address given on the job heading.