Senior Teacher-Young Learners at British Council

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

362255.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teacher Support, Professional Development, Classroom Practice, Safeguarding, Teaching Excellence, Curriculum Development, Team Management, Communication, Collaboration, Training, Mentoring, Observation, Performance Review, Recruitment, Inclusive Education, Cultural Relations

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire. About us The British Council Sri Lanka offers a diverse range of English courses for audiences from preschoolers to business professionals and emigrants, alongside professional skills training for corporate clients and teacher training programs. Teaching is conducted primarily face-to-face, with the main center in Colombo and additional locations in Kandy, Jaffna, and Matara. Young Learner courses are mostly delivered on Fridays and Saturdays. Role Purpose The British Council Sri Lanka is dedicated to empowering teachers to provide high-quality education in Young Learner classrooms, fostering professional development, and ensuring impactful learning experiences. By working collaboratively with Academic, Operations, Marketing and Sales, and Customer Management teams, the organization strives to enhance the delivery of its young learner programs. This coordinated effort aims to create an engaging and effective teaching environment that supports both students and educators in their learning journeys. Additionally, the British Council plays a crucial role in advancing the objectives of the Sri Lanka Teaching Centre by aligning with strategic goals to achieve income and impact targets. Strengthening its reputation as a leading expert in English Language Teaching (ELT), the institution remains committed to cultural relations and broader educational missions. Through these initiatives, the British Council continues to contribute meaningfully to education in Sri Lanka, reinforcing its position as a trusted and influential provider of language education. Role Accountabilities Teacher Support and Development: Provide line management and guidance to teachers through regular observations and performance reviews, ensuring teaching meets British Council standards. Monitor staff well-being, offer personal support, and act as duty officer when required. Support recruitment, induction, and mentoring of new teachers or those taking on new teaching areas. Teaching Excellence: Lead and deliver an annual CPD programme aligned with regional plans, identifying learning opportunities and modelling best classroom practice through demos, development sessions, and peer observations. Share key ELT developments with the team and represent the British Council at conferences to showcase and promote best practices. Product Delivery and Safeguarding: Ensure teaching and learning frameworks and policies are understood and applied by staff and clearly communicated to learners. Collaborate with operations and customer service teams to address academic enquiries, pilot new courses, and introduce global products with appropriate training. Embed safeguarding, EDI, and SEND practices across the teaching centre to promote an inclusive and safe learning environment. Qualifications and Experience Educational Background - Undergraduate degree with Cambridge CELTA/Trinity Certificate TESOL and Cambridge DELTA/Trinity Diploma TESOL (or equivalent recognised by the British Council). Specialist Certification - TYLEC or an equivalent qualification recognised by the British Council. Post-Diploma Experience - Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience after completing DELTA/Trinity Diploma TESOL. Leadership & Training - Strong track record in managing and coordinating teaching teams, with extensive experience in teacher training and development. Age-Group Teaching Experience - Proven experience teaching Lower Secondary (11-14 years, 800+ hours) and Upper Secondary (15-17 years, 400+ hours). Important information: Salary: Basic monthly between 2,90,000 LKR - 3,62,255 LKR (depending on qualification and work experience). Annual Leave: Annual paid leave is 35 days. Medical Allowances: Group Medical Insurance cover with an inpatient cover of LKR 850,000 per family unit. Settling-in allowance :(if you are recruited from outside Sri Lanka) - Equal to 3 weeks' salary for an accompanied employee and equal to 2 weeks' salary for the unaccompanied employee. Separate Rent loans for expat / overseas recruited teachers and then are deducted from salary. Assistance provided by Resources by sharing leads for brokers for searching for accommodation. Permanent accommodation to be paid by employees themselves Baggage allowance :(if you are recruited from outside Sri Lanka) One Time accountable Baggage Allowance £ 1,200 for single employees and £ 2,000 for accompanied Contract Duration: 24 Months Contract Hours: 37.5 hours/week Work schedule: Teaching is currently face-to-face 7 days a week but Young Learner courses are mostly delivered on Fridays and Saturdays. This may be subject to change in the future. Local restrictions on employment: Applicants must have the right to work in Sri Lanka. Candidates are expected to have researched whether they have the right to live and work in the country in which the role is based. Given that our offices have different legal statuses depending on the work we do in those countries, we recommend that you contact HR in the country for additional information on the likelihood of securing a visa. Only at its discretion will the British Council provide support so please check first whether visa support is offered Closing date and time: Tuesday, 7th October 2025 (23:59 Indian Standard Time) A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. Safeguarding Statement The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council's Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org

Responsibilities

The Senior Teacher-Young Learners will provide line management and guidance to teachers, ensuring high-quality education and supporting their professional development. They will also lead the delivery of CPD programs and ensure the application of teaching frameworks and policies.