Job Description
Reference Number: JR248124
Location: Glasgow
Working Pattern: Part Time, 12 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, Until end of May 2026
Number of roles: 1
Salary: £37.09 – £45.36 per hour
We are looking for a Sessional Tutor – Academic Skills to join our team.
As a Sessional Tutor at Glasgow International College, you will join our successful team and provide stimulating, effective teaching to international students preparing to study on undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes.
Your role with include all duties associated with planning, preparing, delivering learning experiences for students including:
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Teaching students’ content in the relevant subject area as outlined in the module specification, at foundation certificate (RQF Level 3) and/or pre-masters (CEFR B2 level).
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Delivering lessons and other learning activities that engage and inspire students to achieve and learn effectively – both face-to-face and online through platforms such as MS Tea and Zoom.
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Embedding appropriate digital technologies in learning and assessment methods, so that it adds value or creates efficiency or improves student engagement.
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Working with colleagues to ensure consistency of delivery of content and assessment processes and sharing these across the Kaplan International Pathways network.
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Supporting students to develop their e-portfolio.
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Adjusting and adapting content, where necessary, to suit the needs of learners.
What you’ll bring to the role
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Experience of teaching to post 16 students (a teaching qualification would be an advantage).
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The ability to plan, deliver and review a range of learning activities that guide and support students to achieve and flourish.
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The ability to develop and update innovative teaching material that engages all students.
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The ability to work collaboratively as part of a range of different teams in order to continually improve the student experience.
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Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure to deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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A strong commitment to continuous professional development and a proven track record of using this to enhance the student experience.
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Demonstrable experience of using technology to inform teaching practice and a willingness to embrace innovations.
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A Post Graduate qualification but strong first degree or relevant professional experience will be considered.
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If teaching English language, then a DELTA or equivalent qualification. Those with CELTA plus relevant experience will also be considered.
What we do
Kaplan International Pathways, a division of Kaplan Inc., offers international students a wide range of flexible study options – from University preparation programmes in the UK, Australia, USA and Japan through to full degree programmes in Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities, our expertise in student recruitment, our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care, each year we are proud to welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries through the doors of our colleges.
In the UK, we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University, University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool, Nottingham Trent University, University of Nottingham, University of Brighton, University of Essex, University of York and University of West of England, Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.
What we offer
As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
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28 days annual leave
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Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
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24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
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Company pension contributions
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Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels
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Medicash Health Cash Plan
Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.
How to apply
Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11pm on 16th July 2025. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
