ESOL Tutor

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

BACKGROUND

Since 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers life-saving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

The International Rescue Committee UK is part of the IRC global network, which is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. Through over 20 regional offices in cities across the United States, the IRC also helps refugees resettle in the US and become self-sufficient.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

This position has an end date of January 31, 2027.

IRC UK

IRC UK was established in London in 1997 to support the organisation’s global activities and particularly to diversify its donor base and be able to better advocate with European policy-makers on behalf of the people we serve. Since its establishment IRC UK has grown rapidly and is now acknowledged for its high-quality project management, technical expertise in governance and rights and economic recovery, and innovative thinking on early recovery and gender-based violence. IRC UK comprises approximately 240 staff. The IRC UK launched its first Resettlement Asylum and Integration (RAI) programme in the UK called RISE in 2020, working in partnership with local councils, to provide integration support to resettled refugees in Southeast England. The IRC now supports refugees and asylum seekers throughout England.

The Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated hourly paid ESOL Tutor to deliver online ESOL sessions in a safe and supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and flexibility, adapting their teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners.

As an ESOL Tutor, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality ESOL provision across multiple IRC projects, empowering adult learners to achieve their goals and thrive in their communities.

Key Working Relationships:

The position reports to the ESOL coordinator.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and interactive online ESOL lessons for refugees at different levels.
• Apply trauma-informed teaching practices to foster safe and supportive learning environments.
• Prepare and adapt teaching resources, including materials for pre-entry level ESOL and basic literacy learners from refugee and migrant backgrounds.
• Set, mark and provide constructive feedback on homework and classwork.
• Follow safeguarding, data protection and equality and diversity policies

PERSON SPECIFICATION

•  Holds a recognized ESOL teaching qualification.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering online ESOL programmes, ideally for refugees and learners with low literacy in their first language.

• Experience in developing ESOL resources.

• Ability to adapt content and delivery methods to meet the diverse needs of participants.

• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and understanding of trauma-informed practice.

• Strong digital skills and proficiency in using online learning platforms.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Fluency in Farsi, Dari, or Pashto is desirable

You must have the right to work in the UK.

IRC UK strives to be an equal opportunities employer. IRC-UK is committed to equality of opportunity and to non-discrimination for all job applicants and employees, and we seek to ensure diversity in our workforce regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

IRC UK welcomes applications from all candidates, including underrepresented groups and refugees who have the right to work in the UK.

Compensation: (36,000 GBP - pro rata). Compensation is based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job. requirements.

Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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