Pre-sessional EAP Tutor

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced EFL and EAP tutors to join Kings Foundations to teach on our Pre-sessional programmes in summer 2026.

This year there will be two 6-week programmes, one taught on campus and the other online. Both programmes follow the same approach and syllabus, with students attending live classes, lectures and tutorials.(Please note, online tutors will be required to attend an on-campus induction in London.)

You will work alongside friendly Kings tutors, teaching highly motivated students who are keen to develop their English language and academic literacy skills with you. For tutors new to EAP, training and support will be provided through our buddy scheme and on-course induction and CPD programme.

The role-holder will be expected to complete teaching, assessment & feedback, administration and pastoral duties to a high standard to ensure that the students on the programme receive the best possible student experience and progress onto their degree programmes able to fulfil their potential.

Successful candidates must be UK-based, have a UK bank account and be available to be on campus in central London for the first three days of induction; Wed 1st to Fri 3rd July.

Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. We offer 7-week full-time contracts, with all contracts including a paid 5-day induction.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis from March. As positions fill up quickly, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Kings values the diversity of its staff and student body and recognises that this is both a strength and a defining feature of Kings as a London university in a global context. We therefore particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Please note that all King's teaching staff are required to have current enhanced DBS clearance. King's Foundations are able to facilitate this for candidates if they are offered and accept a contract before 18th May 2026. After this, unfortunately the time frame does not allow us to do so, so candidates will be expected to obtain this themselves.

Key responsibilities:

• To deliver engaging teaching using communicative pedagogic approaches, as per requirements of the timetable and in line with on campus and online pre-sessional course norms.
• To provide a high-quality student experience, including through the provision of timely, actionable feedback and advice.
• To take responsibility for managing all aspects of teaching, assessment, administration and tutorials to the required standard.
• To act as personal tutor to a group of students, the majority of whom will be postgraduates and from East Asia, for pastoral and academic support. NB. Personal tutors will have additional safeguarding duties for students who are under 18 support will be given for this.
• To communicate with other EAP tutors, the pre-sessional coordination team and professional services staff in a professional, collaborative, collegiate manner to ensure the effective delivery of the pre-sessional programme(s).
• To engage fully with internal and external quality assurance processes.
• To strive for and promote excellence in teaching and learning as an individual and as a member of teaching teams.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties that may be requested by the Head of Pre-sessional & Short Courses or Pre-sessional Team.

To Apply:

please either email us at KF-BusinessOperations@kcl.ac.uk with one PDF attachment (CV and covering letter);

or apply via our form: King's Foundations Pre-sessional 2026 Applications – Fill out form

Please note: When applying for the role, please address each Essential and Desirable criterion in the person specification, providing evidence of how the criteria has been met and using separate headings in your supporting statement. Please keep the supporting statement to no more than 2 pages.

The posts will be offered on a fixed-term contracts basis as follows:

Fixed-term contracts as follows:

• Wed 1st July Tue 18th August 2026 (7-week contract)
• This is a full-time post - 100% full time equivalent. Please make sure you are available for the entire period.

Essential criteria

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent
• TEFL-I status according to British Council accreditation guidelines. (eg Cambridge CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL)
• Experience of planning and delivering successful on campus English language and skills lessons.
• Experience of planning and delivering successful English language and skills lessons online.
• Experience of assessing learners English language proficiency and competence.
• Experience of providing timely, constructive, actionable feedback on learners work.
• Ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to learners of varying ages and from diverse backgrounds
• Fluent command of written and spoken English
• Awareness of, and commitment to, inclusive practices in the classroom.
• Evidence of being able to work collaboratively with colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds to deliver an excellent student experience.

Desirable criteria

• TEFL-Q status according to British Council accreditation guidelines (e.g. Cambridge DELTA/Trinity DipTESOL or PGCE in relevant subject)
• Postgraduate degree, preferably in TESOL/Applied Linguistics or other relevant area
• Experience of teaching on university-based EAP courses, preferably on pre-sessional courses
• Current DBS clearance.

Further Information

About Kings Centre for International Education and Languages

Kings Centre for International Education and Languages is a new, cross-cutting Centre designed to widen the educational reach of Kings. It comprises three existing areas: Kings Foundations, Summer Programmes, and Kings Language Centre. This brings together international pathway provision, pre sessional programmes, pre-UG summer courses, UG summer modules, UG language modules, bespoke language programmes for the community and our partners and academic skills provision for all Kings students.

Each of these areas are well established, respected and recognised within and beyond the Kings community. The Centre is focused on enabling collaboration between the three departments to further advance our work in promoting educational excellence and supporting and enhancing the student experience. The Centre has significant expertise in International Education and makes a significant contribution to the rich and diverse make-up of the Kings student body.

About Kings Foundations

Kings Foundations is a leading centre for EAP and pathway education across the HE sector, accredited by the British Council.As one of the largest providers of pathway education, we welcome over 2,500 students each year across our Kings International Foundation Programmes and our range of Pre-sessional Programmes, with programmes offered online, on campus and in a blended way. We also offer a range of short courses with partners and support all Kings students through contributing to a range of co-curricular academic skills and language development courses.

Our mission is to support a diverse group of learners to achieve their potential at Kings, supporting students to become independent and inquisitive learners. Kings Foundations is home to approximately 80 permanent staff, growing to around 150 during our busy summer months. We champion a forward-thinking approach to education and take a digitally enabled approach across all aspects of education. Over the last 10 years, the department has seen significant planned growth in support of Kings Vision 2029, with annual income of over £28m.

Qualifications

• TEFL-Q status according to British Council accreditation guidelines (e.g. Cambridge DELTA/Trinity DipTESOL or PGCE in relevant subject)
• Postgraduate degree, preferably in TESOL/Applied Linguistics or other relevant area
• Experience of teaching on university-based EAP courses, preferably on pre-sessional courses
• Current DBS clearance.

Further Information

About King’s Centre for International Education and Languages 

King’s Centre for International Education and Languages a new, cross-cutting Centre designed to widen the educational reach of King’s. It brings together three existing areas: King’s Foundations, Summer Programmes, and King’s Language Centre. This brings together international pathway provision, pre sessional programmes, pre-UG summer courses, UG summer modules, UG language modules, bespoke language programmes for the community and our partners and academic skills provision for all King’s students.

Each of these areas are well established, respected and recognised within and beyond the King’s community. The Centre is focused on enabling collaboration between the three departments to further advance our work in promoting educational excellence and supporting and enhancing the student experience. The Centre has significant expertise in International Education and makes a significant contribution to the rich and diverse make-up of the King’s student body.

About King’s Foundations  

King’s Foundations is a leading centre for EAP and pathway education across the HE sector, accredited by the British Council. As one of the largest providers of pathway education, we welcome over 2,500 students each year across our King’s International Foundation Programmes and our range of Pre-sessional Programmes, with programmes offered online, on campus and in a blended way. We also offer a range of short courses with partners and support all King’s students through contributing to a range of co-curricular academic skills and language development courses.   

Our mission is to support a diverse group of learners to achieve their potential at King’s, supporting students to become independent and inquisitive learners. King’s Foundations is home to approximately 80 permanent staff, growing to around 150 during our busy summer months.  We champion a forward-thinking approach to education and take a digitally enabled approach across all aspects of education. Over the last 6 years, the department has seen significant planned growth in support of King’s Vision 2029, with annual income of over £20m.

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