Who are we: We are a non-for-profit organisation who teaches languages to adults with special needs in care homes or day centres and older adults in retirement communities. Recent research shows that speaking a second language can enhance cognitive and mental health and general wellbeing. We therefore use foreign languages as a vehicle to enhance people's lives.
Who we are looking for: We are looking for compassionate, creative and driven speakers of European languages (Spanish. Italian, French or Gaelic preferable) to teach tailored language classes to adults with learning disabilities in a community centre in Irvine.
It is based on a contract driven basis to teach sessions of up to 10 weeks. Each session will be one hour per week. Total teaching will be no more than 3 hours a week. Due to doing outreach projects having a clean driving license and access to a car is highly preferable. Understanding and or experience working with adults with learning disabilities would be preferable.
What we need from you: Send us a CV and Cover Letter about why you would like to join the organisation. If you are successful you will be invited to an informal interview.
Benefits: In addition to having the chance to work with some inspiring students, challenging stigma and helping in the fight against cognitive decline and isolation you also get the following:
~ The living wage
~ Reference
~ Teaching training
Job Type: Contract
Salary: £21.00 /hour
Application Questions
You have requested that Indeed ask candidates the following questions:
- How many years of teaching experience do you have?
- Do you have experience working with adults with learning disabilities?
- Are you in or near Irvine?
- Do you speak a European language like Spanish, French, Italian or Gaelic?
- Do you drive and have access to a car?
Job Type: Contract
Salary: £21 /hour
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: £20.00-£21.00 per hour
Benefits:
Language:
- Spanish, French, Italian, Gaelic and/or German (required)
Licence/Certification:
- driver's license (preferred)
Location:
- Irvine KA12 0SH (preferred)
Work Location: In person
