At a glance

Skills

Teaching / Education

Where

London, WC2H 7BX

Mainly at the office

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week Monday mornings 2 hours

Deadline

31 Oct 2024

Based in Leicester Square, we need a qualified English tutor to teach our beginners class for two hours a week on a Monday morning.

What will you be doing?

We would like a Beginners ESOL tutor to join our small team of dedicated English tutors who support vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers to learn the English skills required to navigate life in the UK. The lesson takes place on Monday morning between 10.30 and 12.00. You will plan and prepare lessons that are appropriate for this group who are mainly (but not only) from French-speaking African countries. More details are in the role description.

What are we looking for?

Essential

A recognised teaching qualification in ESOL or a related field.
Demonstrable experience in teaching ESOL at pre-beginner levels.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to design and implement lesson plans that cater to the specific needs of pre-beginner learners.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and the challenges faced by learners in adapting to a new language environment.

Desirable

Experience in a multicultural teaching environment
Familiarity with digital learning tools and resources such as Teams and Outlook
Experience working or volunteering with refugees, asylum seekers or other vulnerable adults

What difference will you make?

We aim to help vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers to integrate into the UK. By teaching them English language skills you will make a valuable difference to their lives.

Before you apply

Please provide a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.

Volunteer role description ESOL tutor beginners (Reach).pdf

About Notre Dame Refugee Centre

Causes

Refugees / migrants

Organisation type:

Charity

Our Story

Notre Dame Refugee Centre has been working with refugees and asylum seekers for more than 25 years, thanks to the generosity of those who share our aims and beliefs. Originally,...

ESOL teacher for beginners English class