Vocational Trainer ESOL

Vocational Trainer - ESOL

PermanentFull Time

34688 Per Annum

Location:Basildon

Working Style:Community-based worker

Closing Date: Thursday 15th November 2026 at 11.59pm

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Help learners build confidence develop language skills and unlock new opportunities.

At Adult Community Learning (ACL) we believe that learning English can transform lives helping people gain confidence connect with their communities and access employment education and training opportunities.

Were looking for a passionate and engaging Vocational Trainer - ESOL to deliver high-quality teaching learning and assessment that supports adult learners to develop their English language skills build confidence and achieve their personal educational and employment goals.

Youll support learners from diverse backgrounds to develop the language personal social and employability skills they need to progress into further learning employment and active participation within their communities.

As part of Essex County Council ACL is the largest provider of adult learning in Essex supporting thousands of learners each year to gain the skills confidence and qualifications they need to achieve their goals.

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Please note that this position is being offered on a full-time basis on a fractional contract offering 37 hours per week. The expected pattern of teaching delivery can be seen below and will be discussed / confirmed in the interview.

Ideally we are looking for the successful candidate to start work ASAP.

Working Pattern:

• Session times run from 9.30am till 2.30pm Monday to Friday ideal for those looking for work that fits around school days.
• Possible evenings and online teaching.
• Additional tasks are required outside of session times but within the expected number of working hours per day and can be done at a time that suits you that day.
• 5 full days (7.4 hours per day) per week. Working across 52 weeks per year.
• Delivery of sessions will take place at ACL Basildon with the potential need to travel to other ACL locations to deliver sessions there.

What youll be doing

Youll deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences that support learners to develop their English language skills and progress towards further learning employment and wider life opportunities.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching learning and assessment within ESOL programmes both face-to-face and online.
• Motivate and inspire learners to achieve their goals and progress in their learning.
• Plan and deliver effective learning programmes for diverse groups of adult learners within a safe and inclusive environment.
• Promote the benefits of technology and support learners to develop their digital confidence and skills.
• Use initial diagnostic and formative assessment methods to identify starting points monitor progress and provide constructive and timely feedback.
• Set challenging targets and learning objectives that support learner achievement and progression.
• Support learners to develop personal social and employability skills that enable progression into further learning and employment.
• Maintain accurate learner attendance progress and achievement records using ACL systems.

Were looking for someone who:

• Is highly skilled in delivering ESOL learning to adult learners and can effectively adapt teaching to meet diverse learner needs.
• Is passionate about developing others and helping learners achieve their goals.
• Can create engaging and inclusive learning experiences for adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is organised professional and committed to continuous improvement in teaching learning and assessment.
• Has high levels of digital competence and can confidently incorporate technology into learning.

What youll bring

Essential

• An ESOL-specific qualification such as CELTA DELTA Level 5 TESOL or a relevant degree.
• Experience delivering ESOL learning to adult learners.
• Experience of teaching training coaching or supporting learners.
• Good digital and ICT skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding equality diversity and inclusion.

Desirable

• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience delivering accredited ESOL qualifications.
• Experience of learner assessment and progress monitoring.
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs.
• Experience delivering adult learning programmes.
• Knowledge of current ESOL curriculum and assessment requirements.

If you have relevant ESOL expertise and a passion for helping adults develop confidence and language skills wed love to hear from you.

What to expect:

Our recruitment process is made up of two stages. The first stage is a:

1 hour Micro Teach Presentation and discussion where youll have the opportunity to showcase your teaching approach and subject expertise.

Successful candidates will then progress to a up to 1-hour Competency and Behavioural-Based Interview allowing us to learn more about your experience skills and how you align with our values and the requirements of the role.

Why join ACL

• Make a genuine difference to learners and local communities.
• Be part of the largest provider of adult learning in Essex.
• Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Benefit from Essex County Councils excellent employee benefits package.
• Help change lives through learning.

Ready to make an impact

Join ACL and help learners develop the English language skills confidence and knowledge they need to thrive in work education and everyday life.

Apply today and help transform lives through learning.

Why Essex

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents were committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity we ensure everyone matters in Everyones Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community Essex is the ideal place for you.

In March 2026 Greater Essex was accepted on to the devolution priority programme where we will work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority. You can read more about these changes and what this may mean for this role on our careers site.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. Were committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. Were also committed to interview allveteransandcare leavers who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

Once youve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.

At Essex County Council we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicleor the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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