Bloxham School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly effective EAL Tutor to join our Learning Support Department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the academic progress and wider school experience of our international students, helping them develop the English language skills and confidence they need to thrive in a busy and successful boarding school.
Working as part of a dedicated EAL team, the successful candidate will deliver high-quality English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision to students from a wide range of linguistic and cultural backgrounds. They will work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral colleagues and parents to ensure every student is fully supported to achieve their academic potential and integrate successfully into school life.
Salary:
· £8,413 per annum (full time equivalent of £28,043)
Working Arrangements:
- 15 hours per fortnight spread over 5 days
- On site working
- 34 weeks Term Time
- Possibility of hours to be increased on an overtime basis after February half term.
Start Date:
· September 2026
About the Role:
The EAL Tutor will provide specialist teaching and support for students with English as an Additional Language, delivering tailored programmes that develop students' confidence and competence across speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Key responsibilities include:
· Assessing the English language proficiency of international students and developing individual learning programmes.
· Delivering high-quality individual and small-group EAL teaching.
· Monitoring student progress, setting targets and maintaining accurate records.
· Preparing students for appropriate external English language qualifications.
· Working closely with teaching staff to develop effective classroom strategies that support EAL learners.
· Producing resources that enable students to access the wider curriculum.
· Supporting the induction of new international students.
· Liaising with the International Students' Coordinator and pastoral teams to monitor student wellbeing and academic progress.
· Sharing expertise with colleagues through training and advice to promote best practice across the school.
· Supporting the admissions process where required through initial language assessments of prospective students.
About the Learning Support Department
The Learning Support Department is committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to achieve their full academic potential.
Through personalised teaching, collaborative working and specialist expertise, the department creates an inclusive environment in which students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and the skills needed to flourish academically and personally.
About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated practitioner who is passionate about supporting multilingual learners and enabling students from around the world to succeed in an ambitious academic environment.
Essential:
· Educated to degree level (or equivalent).
· A recognised EAL qualification.
· Experience of teaching EAL students within a secondary school setting.
· An excellent classroom practitioner.
· Ability to inspire and challenge students across a wide range of abilities.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
· Confident use of IT to enhance teaching and learning.
Desirable:
· Experience preparing students for recognised English language qualifications.
· Experience contributing to staff training or developing classroom resources to support EAL learners.
· Experience within an independent or boarding school environment.
Why Join Bloxham School?
· Join a welcoming and collaborative Learning Support Department.
· Make a meaningful difference to the educational journey of international students.
· Work within a thriving independent boarding school with a strong sense of community.
· Benefit from excellent professional development opportunities.
· Contribute to the wider life of a vibrant and successful school.
Please visit the school website to view a full description and person specification for this role.
Benefits:
- For an introduction to Bloxham School and the benefits offered to staff please view our ‘Working at Bloxham School’ booklet on the school website.
How to Apply:
· Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for this position.
· To apply for this role please complete the Bloxham School teaching staff application form on the school webstite. Application forms must be completed in full. Completed application forms should be sent as an email attachment to: [email protected]. Please use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill-out this form. A free download is available from https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
· Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, early application is strongly advised.
· For further information about the school please visit the Bloxham School website. If you have any queries, please contact the HR Department on 01295 724379 or at [email protected].
· Application deadline – 9am, Friday 17 July 2026
· Interviews planned for Monday 3 August 2026 (to be confirmed)
Safeguarding:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media account names/handles, as part of their application.
The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:
The post holder’s responsibility will include promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/ he comes into contact. The post holder will be required to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Pay: £8,413.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
