Departmental Tutor in French language

Oxford Lifelong Learning in the Department for Continuing Education is seeking to appoint a Departmental Tutor in French language to help deliver our teaching offering in this area.

About the role 

The role will primarily focus on the design, teaching, assessment, curriculum development and review of adult lifelong learning courses in French. The role holder will design the content and learning materials within existing frameworks and procedures and make appropriate modifications on the basis of knowledge or experience of the learners. Tutors work collaboratively to ensure high standards are maintained and in accordance with the Department's  Mission, Vision and Values. Teaching will primarily take place in the evening. 

This is a part-time (0.2 FTE) position, available on a permanent contract. The post-holder will act as a member of the Oxford Lifelong Learning’s Languages and Cultural Studies team, which includes the Director of Studies. The successful candidate will be teaching in person.  

About you 

You will be expected to have excellent communication skills in both French and English, a postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject, experience of supporting adult learners and diverse learner groups in making the most of their studies, and extensive experience of French language teaching. A teaching qualification or Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy would be an advantage. 

About us 

The Department provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research.  

Colleagues uphold the  Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. 

What we offer 

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: 

• An excellent contributory pension scheme  
• 38 days’ annual leave 
• A comprehensive range of childcare services 
• Family leave schemes 
• Cycle loan scheme 
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs 
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans 

Application process 

You will be required to send a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application to:  recruitment@conted.ox.ac.uk  

To make informal enquiries about the post please contact: Dr Mashail Haydar Ali

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on: 12 June 2026 

Interviews will take place during week commencing: 06 July 2026 

Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence. 

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.

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