Teacher in Southampton

We are looking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic person to join our highly successful and inclusive Sixth Form College. The successful candidate will be a committed, inspirational and dynamic individual with a passion for teaching. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled ESOL Teacher to join our vibrant ESOL and International Department.

The work will be divided between two main groups of students. Firstly, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality ESOL provision to international students enrolled on a range of college-based programmes, supporting their language development and academic progress within a welcoming and inclusive learning environment. The second role will be on delivering high-quality ESOL lessons to home ESOL students enrolled on a bespoke ESOL programme. You will support their language, academic and social development. In addition to your teaching responsibilities, you will provide a strong level of pastoral care and guidance, taking on the role of personal tutor for two tutor groups and helping students settle into college life and achieve their full potential.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and deliver engaging ESOL lessons at a range of levels
• Adapt materials to suit learner needs and cultural backgrounds
• Assess progress and provide supportive feedback
• Promote inclusive, safe, and respectful learning environments
• Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to programme development

Contract & Salary:

• Contract: Permanent, 1.0FTE
• Salary: Teachers Pay Scale 1-9 Currently £33,465 - £51,714
• Closing date: Friday 17th April 2026
• Interview date: W/C Monday 20th April 2026
• Start date: Thursday 20th August 2026

About the College:

Itchen College is a thriving Sixth Form College with a broad curriculum offer to meet the needs of the local community. The college is situated in pleasant surroundings to the east of Southampton with excellent local transport links. Ofsted inspected the college in September 2024, grading overall provision as Outstanding with Outstanding Quality of Education, Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes, Outstanding Leadership and Management, Outstanding Education Programmes for Young People and Outstanding Provision for Learners with High Needs. The college is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality courses and successful learning outcomes for students.
• Teaching groups at all levels and across the range of courses offered within the curriculum area, including the preparation and marking involved in each course and the provision of tutorial support.
• Motivating students of all abilities to achieve their potential.
• Preparing detailed schemes of work and course materials to support student learning.
• Undertaking the internal assessment of coursework of those students entered for examination courses, as required by the examination boards involved.
• Encouraging independent learning through the setting of appropriate homework tasks.
• To promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and vulnerable adults you come into contact with.
• Ensuring all students are treated fairly, without discrimination and promoting diversity.
• Providing regular, frequent and constructive feedback to students on their progress.
• Maintaining records of student progress.
• Promoting the maintenance of acceptable standards of conduct of students.
• Undertaking the completion of class registers and other administrative tasks, ensuring absences and lateness are accounted for and taking appropriate action where they are not, in accordance with the procedures in the staff handbook.
• Undertaking the compilation of records of achievement and references on pupils, as required.
• Following the College quality procedures and producing the course SAR where there is no team leader.
• Contributing as required to the Enrichment Programme including Careers and Recreational Activities offered by the College.
• Contributing to course/curriculum/learning area teams in curriculum development and liaison activities.
• Participating, as required, in meetings with colleagues and parents in respect of the duties of the post.
• Undertaking appropriate professional development activities and maintaining/working towards PSP standards.
• Any other duties/responsibilities which are reasonably requested within the purview of the post.
• Work within the framework provided by College Policies e.g. Equal Opportunities, Quality, ICT and Health & Safety.
• Responsible for providing information to College Information Systems in the required format.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS)
• A subject-specific ESOL qualification (e.g. CELTA, Cert TESOL, DELTA)
• Experience of teaching English as a Second or Other Language to a range of students and levels.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice.

Workplace Benefits:

• Values-driven culture - we’re really proud of our culture.
• Learning and Development - access to support and resources to drive your own development.
• Free parking - free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.
• Eyecare Scheme
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Free On-Site Gym & Sports Facilities
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Hot Drinks for Staff
• Canteen - freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.
• 1 Life Event Day - to recognise life’s big moments like a wedding, graduation, moving house.
• Staff Discount Schemes - discounts and deals on national attractions, entertainment, days out, theme parks, holiday insurance and many national retailers.
• Employee Loyalty Celebration Reward Scheme - cash and rewards to acknowledge and celebrate staff commitment and loyalty to the College.
• On-Site College Nursery with priority given to college staff
• Access to College Library
• Free College WiFi
• Compassionate Leave - up to 5 days paid time off to attend to matters relating to the death or serious illness of a loved one.
• Counselling Service - Access to qualified therapy-based support.
• Pension Scheme - Enrolment to the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) (eligibility criteria applies).
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Enhanced Family Leave