China is a world of complete contrasts. This programme is designed to let you experience the 'real' China. It's a great place to spend a year as a Language Assistant if you are looking for a totally new and different experience. You do not need to have a knowledge of Mandarin, but you do need to be open-minded, mature, adaptable and ready for a challenge.
During and after your appointment, you will have the chance to explore this vast country, home to the oldest language in the world and one of the world’s four ancient civilisations. From the cities of Beijing and Shanghai, to the deserts of Mongolia, there is an expanse of amazing mountain scenery and historic temples.
Posts in secondary schools across the country are offered to graduates. You should ensure that you read our flyer with more detailed information and FAQs before making your application.
Dates of appointment: 1 September – 30 June (approx).
Hours: Around 20 per week
Pay: between 2,500 RMB and 3,500 RMB per month (net) depending on location. This is equivalent to a local teacher’s salary
Other benefits: Free accommodation with private bathroom and colour TV. Utility fees are usually covered, often to a specified ceiling. The cost of a two-week training course and accommodation during the course is paid by the British Council. A one-way flight back to the UK, or its cash equivalent, is paid for by your school upon completion of the contract.
The closing date for China is 28 Feb 2009.
A placement fee of £48 is payable to the British Council once you have been accepted on the programme. This is non-refundable should you withdraw your application.
You must send five copies of all forms: application form, medical form, reference form, and, if applicable, a reference from a recent employer.
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5 copies of your degree certificate, or a letter (on headed paper) from your university tutor stating you are expected to graduate this summer |
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5 copies of the back page of your passport |
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5 copies of your CV |
Couples and friends (maximum of two people) may apply to be posted in the same city, but it is unlikely that you will be in the same school.
You can apply here.
Our partner organisation in China is unable to accept applications from candidates who are over 65 years of age due to visa application restrictions.
Posts are available in a number of cities in Anhui, Chongqing, Guangdong, Hubei, Jiangsu, Liaoning, Shandong, Sichuan, Tianjin, Yunnan and Zhejiang. Your flexibility regarding location is encouraged. The list of locations is subject to change.
If you wish to express an area preference in your application form, you must choose three of the areas mentioned above.
All short-listed candidates will be interviewed at British Council offices in the UK in March or April. Interviews in London will be from 4-27 March 2009*, interviews in Manchester will be from 30-31 March 2009*. Interviews in Edinburgh will be held from 2-3 April*.
*subject to change
There is an two-week induction course in Shanghai for all assistants starting in early August. This will include learning about school culture in China, classroom management, introduction to Mandarin and various teaching tips.
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