Are you a dynamic and innovative Irish Tutor with a passion for teaching adult learners? Then why not join the thriving Languages department at our ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rated College , helping to bring together people across London and beyond, and to enrich lives through learning .
The department offers courses in over 30 modern and ancient world languages, including Irish, catering to all levels, from beginners to advanced, with both online and classroom formats, ranging from daytime, evening and weekend. This role will play a key part in enabling learners to develop their Irish language skills and communicate effectively in real life situations.
We are currently seeking an Irish Tutor for:
Irish Beginners: Module 1 (face-to-face)
Course delivered on Mondays from 18.00pm to 19.30pm. The course runs for 10 weeks, starting in January, with the possibility of a follow-on module from April, subject to enrolments
Irish Beginners: Short Introduction (online)
Running over 3 weeks, with one 2-hour evening session per week. Delivery may be on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evening, either in May or June 2027
About the applicant
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.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Advanced level of verbal and written Irish, with the ability to converse at native speaker level.
- Experience of teaching Irish, ideally to groups of adults.
- Up to date knowledge, enthusiasm and interest for the subject.
Our generous rewards and benefits are numerous and wide-ranging, including flexible working, generous course discounts that include friends and family, our pension scheme plus life assurance and enhanced Family Friendly leave. There’s also a season ticket loan programme, entitlement to access the student discounts programme (Totum), cycle to work scheme , and discounted private healthcare and gym. We even offer 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 22 nd November 2026
Interview Date:
30 th November and 1 st December 2026
Irish Tutor November 2026 employer: City Lit
City Lit is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to adult education and community engagement in the heart of London's Covent Garden. With a strong focus on inclusivity and diversity, we offer flexible working arrangements, generous benefits including course discounts and a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and creativity. Join us to inspire and empower learners while being part of a vibrant community dedicated to delivering high-quality educational experiences.
