ESOL Tutor

• Realise Futures
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5NZ
• Salary: £17,640 per annum
• Hours: 23.31 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 0806

Realise Futures is looking for a ESOL Tutor.

Location: Ipswich.

Job Ref: 140-26.

We’re looking for a highly skilled ESOL Tutor to join our Adult Learning Team across Suffolk. You’ll deliver a number of ESOL courses from Pre-Entry to Level 2 to adults 19+ in our community-based hubs in Ipswich.

You will have

• the ability to plan engaging, differentiated ESOL lessons

• experience aligning teaching to awarding body requirements

• the ability to track learner progress and maintain accurate records

• familiarity with RARPA for non-accredited provision

• the ability to create an inclusive, respectful classroom environment

• a recognised teaching qualification with ESOL subject specialism.

Join a values‑driven organisation making a real difference to people’s learning, work and life opportunities.

This role is subject to a Standard DBS check, and the successful applicant will be subject to Right to Work in the UK checks prior to employment.

To find out more

For an informal discussion regarding this role please call Jules Gridley on 07731 111963.

To download a copy of the full job description, please visit our website

Please note that if any of the colleagues whose posts are currently at risk of redundancy show interest in this redeployment opportunity, they will be prioritised for this opportunity and if more than one of these colleagues is interested, the outcomes of the interviews will be used to determine the best candidate.

The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through four company departments, Learning Coaching and Advice, Employment and Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).

We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

• flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)

• performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process

• 45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)

• an Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team

• an Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.

• 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)

• an Additional day of paid leave around your birthday

• an Additional paid wellbeing day

• an Additional paid volunteer day

• 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years’ service

• an additional day’s paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures

• a disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence

• a confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family

• trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders

• a Cycle to Work scheme

• an occupational pension scheme.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the online application form on our website

If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the application form, please email ***email_hidden***

Closing date: 1 pm, 17 July 2026.

Interview date: 23 July 2026.

Please ensure you are available for these dates, before applying.

Realise Futures CIC

A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.

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