UK 2026 2-weeks Non-Residential EFL teachers Dover
Posted 16 days 10 hours ago by Move Language Ahead
Title: EFL Non-Residential Teacher
Job Type: Non-Residential, Full-Time
Reports to: Director of Studies
Country: United Kingdom
Location: Dover
Dates: July 1st - July 14th 2026 (possible extension in August)
Position Overview- Plan and deliver the academic program of EFL students.
- Represent MLA values.
- Work 6 days per week (Monday to Saturday); Non-Residential employment: no meals or accommodation.
- Prepare and adapt lessons using pre-made lesson plans to suit class composition.
- Liaise with co teachers and the Director of Studies.
- Teach EFL lessons across a range of levels.
- Inspire and motivate learners, differentiate instruction and scaffold learning for mixed ability.
- Provide diverse teaching activities matching student needs.
- Support the TASKtime book and help students reach learning goals.
- Cover teach and assist with speaking level testing when required.
- Co operate to integrate "British Experience" and extra curricular activities.
- Maintain tidy, secure classrooms and return any borrowed equipment.
- Participate in weekly CPD sessions.
- Complete attendance registers, record progress marks and maintain accurate teaching records.
- Prepare professional student reports on time.
- Assist with student feedback and liaise with the Director of Studies for data accuracy.
- Manage attendance and record-keeping promptly.
- Maintain up to date lesson plans and documentation.
- Prepare accurate student reports free of typos.
- Support completion of student feedback.
- Complete all required training courses and certificates during onboarding.
- Attend an in centre induction and engage in discussion and feedback.
- Read and understand MLA policies.
- Adhere to handbook guidelines and set personal development goals.
- Actively participate in CPD sessions.
- Seek and provide guidance for professional development.
Non Residential contracts: minimum 10 up to 36 working hours over a 7 day session, including at least one full day off per week. Expected to cover up to 36 contact teaching hours and up to 6 hours of meetings, administrative duties, and CPD sessions. Compensation is calculated with a 15%-17% add on for administrative duties. Working hours may be variable and organised by rota.
Compensation- Up to £673 per week (plus 12.07% holiday pay).
- Hourly rate £15-£16 plus 15%-17% for administrative duties (plus 12.07% holiday pay).
- Examples of pay calculation provided.
- Paid training and induction.
- Opportunities for professional development and CPD sessions.
- Returning teachers receive a £150 bonus after completing the full 4 week contract.
- UK passport or right to work in the UK, valid DBS (England & Wales) or PVG (Scotland). If based outside the UK, a criminal record check from the country of residence is required.
- Proven suitability to work with students under 18 (at least 2 references).
- CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or a PGCE/QTS award related to YL/ESOL/English/Languages, or equivalent Ofqual recognised standards.
- Other TEFL Level 5 certificates or TEFL certificates with proven observed experience considered.
- Level 6 degree or equivalent qualifications/experience.
- AccessTEFL portfolio in progress.
- Experience of teaching EFL classes (including teaching practice).
- DELTA, Trinity DipTESOL or MA TESOL completed or in progress.
- Master's Degree in ELT/TESOL or related subjects.
- Experience teaching teenagers.
- EFL summer school teaching experience in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS/PVG registered on the Update Service.
- First Aid qualification.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self motivated and passionate about teaching.
- Organised and able to manage classes, students, and curriculum.
- Capable of using and supplementing programme curriculum to facilitate excursion based learning.
- Works well under pressure.
- Polite, cooperative with staff, group leaders, service providers and guests.
- Models MLA values to colleagues and students.
MLA Move Language Ahead is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, marital status, pregnancy or maternity leave, race (including ethnic or national origin, nationality and colour), disability, sexual orientation or expression, religion, beliefs, or any other non job related criteria.