At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver high-quality BSL courses while supporting part-time tutors.
- Company: Join City Lit, London's largest adult learning provider with a century of excellence.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous course discounts, pension scheme, and free flu jabs.
- Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages underrepresented candidates to apply.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in Deaf education and engage with diverse communities.
- Qualifications: Fluency in BSL Level 6 and a recognised teaching qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 9240 - 16766 £ per year.
Location: Covent Garden, London
Salary: £15,092.40 – £16,766.80 (£37,731 – £41,917 full-time equivalent) depending on experience
Hours of Work: 14 hours per week, Wednesday and Thursday, with occasional evenings and weekends
Start Date: The anticipated start date for this role will be in September 2026
About the role
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact and play a key role in the development and delivery of high-quality BSL provision? We are seeking a BSL Tutor Coordinator to join our prestigious Centre for Deaf Education at City Lit. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the BSL provision at Level 3 and 6, including level 3 in BSL for Employer Engagement and BSL teacher training development, within an organisation that is passionate about Deaf education and outstanding adult learning. The post holder will deliver Level 3 and 6 BSL teaching, recruit, supervise, and support part-time tutors and associated staff as appropriate, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of provision through effective administrative and quality assurance processes. The role also plays a vital part in advocating for and promoting BSL courses, strengthening engagement with learners, employers, and the wider Deaf community.
About City Lit
City Lit is London's largest provider of learning for adults, inspiring over 30,000 students a year and offering more than 5,000 courses, online and face-to-face. As a leader in our field, who have recently been rated as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, we have a century’s reputation for delivering the highest quality student experience. Partnering with community organisations across London, we deliver bespoke projects that support individuals and communities.
About the applicant
- Proven fluency and subject expertise in BSL to Signature's Level 6 or equivalent.
- A recognised teaching qualification, such as a Diploma to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS) or equivalent (e.g. a stage 3 teaching qualification or PGCE), preferably for teaching adults.
- Up‑to‑date subject knowledge, with enthusiasm and sustained interest in the field of BSL and Deaf studies.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
- Proven experience of teaching BSL to mixed‑ability groups of adults, including Deaf and hearing adult learners.
Benefits include flexible working, generous course discounts that include friends and family, our pension scheme plus life assurance and enhanced Family Friendly leave, season ticket loan programme, entitlement to access the student discounts programme (Totum), cycle to work scheme, and free annual flu jabs!
Sited in London's creative community of Covent Garden, City Lit is a thriving hub of learning and opportunity with a palpable sense of purpose and identity and a culture of equality and inclusivity. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented, these include applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those who have a disability and the LGBTQI+ community. We provide a professional and supportive community that blends teaching and learning to deliver endless possibilities.
Closing Date: 23:59 on 27th August 2026
Interview Dates: 8th and 9th September 2026
We reserve the right to close this role early should we receive a high volume of applications.
BSL Tutor Coordinator employer: CITY LIT
City Lit is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Covent Garden area of London, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and inclusivity. With a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous course discounts, and a supportive community dedicated to empowering adult learners. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying a range of attractive benefits and a culture that values diversity and equality.
