Teaching Fellow: EAP Pre-Sessional; Summer

Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum

Centre for Open Learning / English Language Education

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 7-week contract (13 July to 28 August 2026) OR 11-week contract (15 June to 28 August 2026).

Together we can do great things. Be part of something bigger. The University isn’t just any employer. We are part of a local community and a contributor to global thinking, progress and research. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area.

For this post, we are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated EAP practitioners to teach on our BALEAP‑accredited pre‑sessional programme on campus in Edinburgh in Summer 2026. The role is full‑time (35 hours per week) and offers a 5‑day paid induction. You will join an experienced and supportive teaching and professional services team at a leading Russell Group university, working with highly motivated students to prepare them to confidently join their academic communities at the University of Edinburgh.

We pride ourselves on creating a dynamic working environment where you can develop yourself as an EAP practitioner, whether you are experienced or in the earlier stages of your EAP career. We offer a competitive salary with three possible entry points within the UE07 grade in recognition of your demonstrated experience and teaching practice.

• Use English Language Education’s (ELE) in‑house materials to plan and teach lessons.
• Provide formative and summative feedback to students.
• Mark final assessments on the University of Edinburgh’s Pre‑Sessional Programme.
• Embrace reflective practice and professional development.
• Commit to dignity, respect and collegiality within the teaching environment.

You will be a committed EAP teacher with drive, determination, and a passion for what you do. You should be enthusiastic and dedicated, with the ability to support students in their transition to university study. We are looking for people who are eager to develop professionally and who can contribute to the community at the University of Edinburgh.

As part of the University, you are part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do.