HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, fill the Language in Action application form you find on our website or go to the link via Apply button below and fill the Language in Action application form.

Please note: Applications will be considered only after the Language in Action application form is completed. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

At Language in Action, we provide students with the English skills and speaking confidence they need to get the most out of their experience in London or Manchester and well beyond.
Our teachers are responsible for teaching English as a foreign language to international students, usually aged 14-18. They are responsible for the welfare and safeguarding of all students in the classroom and other activities. LiA teachers deliver high standard, well-prepared lessons according to the agreed teaching plan and timetables.

Dates:

London: From 25th June to 20th August depending on the centre (minimum availability: 2 weeks)
Manchester: From 3rd July to 14th August (minimum availability: 2 weeks)

School locations:

London: Bloomsbury, Wembley, Colindale, Tottenham Hale, Middlesex Uni areas
Manchester: University areas

Main Duties
Teaching
Prepare and deliver suitable lessons using the supplied teaching materials and adapt materials to suit students needs and abilities.
Deliver lessons with the aim of achieving the objectives of the syllabus and to the standards set out by the DoS/Senior Teacher and outlined at the training day.
Keep all academic admin and paperwork up to date, including attendance registers, lesson plans and Schemes of Work.
Attend a training day, or days, prior to the start of the course, and thereafter to attend staff meetings deemed necessary by the Director of Studies or the Centre Manager.
Take a register at the beginning of each class. Pass information on absences to the DoS/Senior Teacher directly.
Keep clear written records of work covered and store this information in the designated place as instructed by the Director of Studies/Senior Teacher.
Assist with all course-related administration, and the completion and distribution of end of course reports and certificates.
Encourage student participation through a positive and enthusiastic attitude about activities in which they are involved.
Agree to be observed by a member of the Academic Management team.

Safeguarding and General duties and responsibilities
Undergo online Safeguarding Training (Level 1) and online training for Prevent before the commencement of employment.
Read, be fully conversant with, and act in accordance with the staff handbook, company policies, relevant Child Protection documents and all risk assessments prior to the start of the period of employment. Remain vigilant in all matters of student welfare and report issues or concerns to an appropriate member of staff immediately.
Ensure that the company's health and safety guidelines are followed on and around campus.
Adhere to the code of conduct laid down by the company and report any incidents of misbehaviour to the appropriate member of staff.
Be involved in any activity necessary for the smooth running of the centre and to improve students experience.
Take part in social activities and events as required from your line manager.
Attend Fire drills on school premises and supervise students according to DoS guidelines.
Be a positive and professional role model for the students, representative of the core values of Language in Action
Supervise students during lessons and during breaks, and anytime it's necessary.
Work in accordance with safeguarding policy and apply it to all activities.
Check all students are present in class and report to DoS any absence, according to absence procedure.
Liaise with ST and DoS daily to report any issue with students.


Safer Recruitment policy
Language in Action operates a strict safer recruitment according to our safer recruitment policy and all staff will have checks made on their suitability to work with children.
All applicants will be required to supply an up-to-date CV and the contact details of 2 suitable references (including former employers) which will be checked prior to employment. The referees will be asked specifically about your suitability to work with children.
All employees will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check unless they provide details of their DBS Update Service subscription. Appropriate local police checks will be required from applicants living overseas. If applicants lived for more than 3 months in different countries within the previous 5 years, they will be required to provide a police check from each different Police country Department.
All employees will be expected to provide proof of identity and all relevant qualifications (Originals only) photocopies will be taken for our records. All employees will be required to sign a Children Act declaration to state that they are not barred from working with minors.

Language in Action offers a challenging, fun, and flexible environment in which to work. We work hard to ensure that staff return year after year by offering a competitive salary and taking care to encourage and facilitate professional development.

Language in Action is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students aged under 18 and expects all stakeholders and members of staff to share this commitment

Degree Required

Applicants should have one of the following required qualifications:
Cambridge CELTA, Cambridge CELTA online, Trinity CertTESOL, Cambridge CELTYL, TEFL Certificate

Native level English speaker preferred