Sessional ESOL Tutor
Location: Rusholme, Greater Manchester
Salary: £26,000 pro rata
Contract Type: Ongoing Sessional
Hours: Monday–Friday, with teaching delivery between 9:30am and 2:30pm
Learner Cohort: Female adult learners at Pre-Entry ESOL level.
  
About the Opportunity
Trigon Recruitment are seeking a passionate, supportive and experienced Sessional ESOL Tutor to join a fantastic Grade 2 Ofsted-rated training provider in Rusholme, Greater Manchester.
This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging and accessible English language learning to a cohort of female adult learners at Pre-Entry level. You will play an important role in helping learners develop their English communication skills, build confidence and become more independent in their everyday lives.
  
You will create a welcoming, inclusive and culturally sensitive learning environment where learners feel comfortable participating, practising their English and working towards their individual goals. Through personalised teaching and encouragement, you will help learners overcome barriers to learning and make meaningful progress.
This ongoing sessional opportunity would suit an enthusiastic ESOL Tutor who is committed to adult education, understands the diverse needs of learners and is passionate about helping people develop the skills and confidence to reach their potential.
  
Key Responsibilities:
  
Teaching, Learning & Assessment

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and learner-centred ESOL sessions tailored to Pre-Entry adult learners.
• Develop learners’ English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, focusing on practical language for everyday situations.
• Create a supportive classroom environment that encourages participation, confidence-building and positive learner relationships.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to accommodate different learning abilities, language levels, cultural backgrounds and individual needs.
• Carry out initial and diagnostic assessments to establish learners’ starting points and identify learning priorities.
• Develop and maintain Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), setting clear and achievable learning objectives.
• Monitor, assess and record learner progress, providing constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Develop accessible and engaging learning materials that support language development and independent learning.
• Encourage learners to apply their English skills in real-life situations, helping them build confidence in their communities and daily interactions.
• Promote regular attendance, punctuality, learner engagement and positive achievement.

Quality, Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment documentation and progress reports.
• Complete all required administrative tasks in line with organisational, contractual and funding requirements.
• Ensure teaching, learning and assessment meet the provider’s quality standards and relevant awarding body requirements.
• Contribute to quality assurance, standardisation and continuous improvement activities as required.
• Prepare learners for relevant assessments and accredited qualifications where applicable.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold organisational policies and procedures.

Safeguarding & Learner Wellbeing

• Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment where all learners feel valued and supported.
• Follow safeguarding, Prevent, equality and diversity policies and procedures.
• Remain alert to potential safeguarding or wellbeing concerns and report these promptly through the appropriate channels.
• Recognise the individual circumstances and potential barriers experienced by adult learners, responding with patience, empathy and professionalism.
• Encourage learner confidence, independence and active participation while respecting individual needs and backgrounds.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support learner engagement, achievement and progression.
• Identify opportunities to help learners progress into further education, additional training or other appropriate learning opportunities.
• Attend relevant tutor meetings, training sessions, CPD and quality assurance activities as required.
• Reflect on teaching practice and use feedback to continually improve the learner experience.
• Work flexibly within an ongoing sessional arrangement to meet the needs of the provision.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience delivering ESOL teaching to adult learners.
• A recognised teaching qualification, such as PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent.
• Experience working within adult education, further education or a community learning environment.
• Strong understanding of teaching English to learners with little or no prior English language knowledge.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, Prevent, equality and diversity.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to different abilities, learning styles and individual needs.
• Experience assessing learner progress, maintaining accurate records and setting achievable learning objectives.
• Strong communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
• A patient, empathetic and inclusive approach to supporting learners from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Confidence using digital resources and technology to support teaching and learning.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider teaching team.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience delivering Pre-Entry ESOL programmes.
• Experience supporting female adult learners in community-based education.
• Experience working with learners who face barriers to education, including limited English proficiency, low confidence or social isolation.
• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications.
• Experience supporting learners with progression into further education, training or employment.
• Knowledge of the local community and the barriers that can affect adult participation in education.

What We’re Looking For:
  
We’re looking for a motivated, adaptable and learner-focused ESOL Tutor who understands that learning a new language is about more than grammar and vocabulary – it is about confidence, independence and opportunity.
You will be someone who can create a warm and encouraging classroom atmosphere, adapt your approach to individual needs and inspire learners to recognise their own progress.
If you are passionate about adult education and want to make a meaningful difference through accessible, inclusive English language teaching, we would love to hear from you.
  
How to Apply:
To apply for this Sessional ESOL Tutor opportunity in Rusholme, Greater Manchester, please send your CV to: 
  
Alexandra Gates
agates@trigonrecruitment.co.uk.