Teacher of English (full time)

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We are seeking 2 passionate and dedicated Teachers of English to join our team, delivering a rewarding and stimulating learning experience for students of diverse backgrounds. In this role, you will play a key part in promoting high-quality teaching and ensuring effective learning outcomes, while contributing to the wider cultural relations mission of the British Council.

As a Teacher of English, you will support the organisation’s global English strategy by delivering engaging and impactful lessons that meet the highest standards of English Language Teaching. You will help strengthen the British Council’s reputation as a leading authority in ELT through your professionalism, subject expertise, and commitment to excellence in the classroom. You will also actively engage in continuous professional development, contributing to a culture of learning by sharing best practice with colleagues and embracing opportunities to enhance your own teaching skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to learner success, values innovation in teaching, and is motivated to make a meaningful impact in an international and culturally rich environment.

Role Accountabilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed English Language Teacher to plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons that meet the needs of a diverse range of learners, considering individual learning styles and preferences. In this role, you will ensure that all teaching aligns with British Council Global Teaching Standards, as well as organisational expectations and learner needs, while continuously monitoring student progress and providing regular, constructive feedback to support performance and encourage learner autonomy.

You will take an active role in maintaining excellence in teaching and learning by engaging in ongoing professional development and performance management, ensuring that your practice reflects the latest developments in English Language Teaching and contributes to the organisation’s reputation for quality. Working as part of a collaborative teaching team, you will attend staff meetings and contribute to the development, evaluation and improvement of courses, materials and services so they continue to meet the evolving needs of students.

Beyond the classroom, you will support the teaching centre’s wider activities and plans, assisting with local marketing and promotional initiatives and helping deliver an outstanding customer experience through clear communication and effective information sharing with students. You will also complete all teaching-related administrative tasks to a high standard, consistently demonstrating professional responsibility and upholding the organisation’s values in all aspects of your work.

Building and maintaining positive relationships with students and colleagues will be central to your role, alongside promoting awareness of the British Council’s cultural relations mission. You will encourage learners to develop an understanding of the UK, its values and culture, and create opportunities for meaningful intercultural engagement both inside and outside the classroom.

You will also ensure full compliance with organisational policies and guidelines, particularly in relation to safeguarding, data protection, equality, diversity and inclusion, special educational needs and disability, and health and safety, maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Language proficiency: Near‑native English; CEFR C2 / IELTS Academic 8.0+ in all four skills
• Cambridge CELTA/Trinity Certificate TESOL (TEFLi) or equivalent
• You will be required to join the British Council Teacher Support Programme (TSP)

Desirable

• Up to 2 years post-certificate experience (TEFLi) (and/or equivalent to 1,200 hours).
• Experience in teaching relevant age groups to be specified by the centre:
• Primary aged 6 to 10 (400+ hours)
• Lower Secondary aged 11 to 14 (800+ hours)
• Upper Secondary aged 15 to 17 (400+ hours)
• University/Vocational students aged 18 to 25 (400+hours)
• Adults General English 18+ (800+ hours)

Important Information

Location: the position is based in Algiers. The teacher will be required to work from our teaching centre.

Contract Hours: 38.5 working hours, with 24h of teaching. Working pattern and timings depend on business needs. This is an onsite only position; no online teaching will be expected. We may accept applications only from teachers who will commit to teaching onsite in our center.

Contract Type: This is a fixed term contract, full-time position. Salary: 96,000-110,500 DZD Gross, depending on experience and qualifications + Food allowance 5,000 DZD + Transportation allowance 2,000 DZD. Leave entitlement: Annual leave 35 days + 14 public holidays. Right to Work: The candidates must have legal right to live and work in Algeria.

Background Screening: all successful candidates are obliged to undergo comprehensive background screening, including a toxicology blood test. Closing Date: 29th May 2026.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org.