English for Academic Purposes Lecturer
School of Coding & AI · Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Apply & track with Apply EdgeAbout School Of Coding & AISchool of Coding & AI is one of the UK's fastest growing education providers, delivering high quality, career focused programmes across Coding, AI, STEM, Health and Social Care, Business and related areas.Established in 2017, we work with schools, colleges, universities and employers to provide education that leads to real outcomes. Our focus is simple, student first, always.We deliver Higher Education programmes in partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, Harper Adams University and the University of Brighton. As we expand our provision across the UK and internationally, we are strengthening our academic teams to deliver high-quality teaching, support excellent student outcomes and help shape the future of technology-focused education.About The RoleThis is not a standalone English teaching post. We deliver partner university degree programmes in Business Management, Health and Social Care, and Computing and IT. Many of our learners are international adults, while they are capable, some need additional support with academic English, study skills, and confidence in communication to reach the standard required to pass assessments and graduate.You will provide structured academic English and study skills support across programmes, with a strong focus on improving written work, comprehension of learning materials, and spoken communication in tutorials and presentations. You will work closely with teaching teams to target support where it has the biggest impact on progression and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Academic English & Study Skills Support:Teaching large group sessions focused on academic writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spoken communicationRun practical workshops on topics such as structuring assignments, paragraphing, clarity, critical reading, paraphrasing, and referencing. Help students understand assessment briefs, marking criteria, and feedback so they can improve future submissionsAssessment Support, Marking & Feedback:Review written drafts for clarity, structure, academic tone, grammar, and coherence, while maintaining academic integrityProvide clear, developmental feedback that students can apply independently, without rewriting work for themSupport marking and moderation activities where required, in line with internal processes and partner university expectationsAcademic Integrity & Student Progression:Coach students on plagiarism avoidance, paraphrasing skills, and appropriate use of sources and referencingIdentify learners at risk due to language barriers and put support plans in place with programme teamsTrack engagement and progress, maintain accurate records, and contribute to progression reporting. Collaboration & Quality:Work with module leaders and programme teams to align expectations for writing quality and improve consistency of feedbackContribute to quality assurance activities and continuous improvement of learning support resourcesSignpost students to wider support where needed, including wellbeing or pastoral support routes. RequirementsAbout YouYou are confident in supporting international adult learners, and you know how to raise academic standards without patronising students or doing the work for them. You can be direct and supportive at the same time, and you understand what "good" looks like in a UK education setting.Essential:CELTA and a Degree in English Language or similar qualificationExperience supporting academic writing, EAP, ESOL, or teaching/lecturing HE (or equivalent) Strong understanding of written academic English, including structure, clarity, tone and grammarConfidence delivering effective classes to large groups while keeping learners engagedAbility to provide feedback aligned to assessment criteria and learning outcomesStrong organisation, record keeping, and ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment. DesirableExperience supporting international students on UK higher education programmes. DELTA, PGCE, or other relevant teaching or training qualificationExperience with referencing conventions (for example Harvard) and academic integrity educationExperience collaborating with teaching staff to improve progression and resubmission rates . What Success Looks LikeStudents show measurable improvement in writing clarity, structure, and comprehensionFewer avoidable resubmissions linked to language and academic skills gapsHigher confidence in spoken communication during presentations, and group workStrong engagement with support sessions, and clear evidence of impact through tracing and feedback. BenefitsWhy Join UsJoin us for a role where you can see the direct impact of your support on student outcomes and graduation rates. You will be part of a growing environment where you can build structure, resources and support models, rather than inheriting a rigid system. You will also have the opportunity to work across multiple subject areas and help develop an academic support function that can scale as we grow.
Benefits
Salary from £30,000 to £35,000 per year, depending on experienceGenerous annual leave entitlementPension SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeStrong CPD and development opportunities as our HE provision growsCompany and social eventsRetail discounts through Bright Exchange