Some of our teaching centres advertise vacancies on their own websites. Some are local contracts and others are fixed-term globally mobile contracts. Have a look at the list below for links to further opportunities for EFL teachers in the British Council.

ELT vacancies in Spain

ELT vacancies in Portugal

ELT vacancies in Singapore

ELT vacancies in Hong Kong

ELT vacancies in Poland

ELT vacancies in Bulgaria

ELT vacancies in Italy

Vacancies in the Czech Republic

ELT vacancies in Thailand

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We'll be updating this group regularly with our latest job vacancies, updates and news, as well as opportunities to come meet the team at our open days and events across the UK and overseas.

We also have a number of current British Council Teachers and Managers as group members, so please do ask any burning questions you may have, be it salary scales in Sudan to "How much is a pint of milk in Mexico?"

The British Council is recruiting 2 full time teachers on one-year contracts to provide English language training to junior officers from the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) in Juba, South Sudan.

The British Council has been providing English language training to the SPLA In Juba since November 2010 as part of a capacity building development initiative funded by the UK Ministry of Defence.  As a result of the programme’s success, it has been extended for a further year thereby creating a fantastic opportunity for two adventurous trainers looking to actively support the development of a new nation while immersing themselves in the world’s youngest capital city.

Since secession from Sudan in 2011, English has become the official language of South Sudan and the importance of English language training cannot be underestimated.  Successful candidates will deliver semi-intensive English language training courses to groups of Junior Officers from the SPLA, many of  whom have received little formal education, and who now require English to not only communicate, but to also complete the administrative functions they are assigned.

We offer an excellent package and a supportive working environment.  

You should have a first degree, CELTA (or equivalent); a minimum of 2 years full time post qualification teaching experience.  Current IELTS examiner status is highly desirable.

Desirables may be used during short listing in the event of a large number of applicants for the posts

• Start Date: Early April 2012
• Closing Date: 17 February 2012

If you have any queries regarding the post and/or you wish to apply, please contact Ian.Frankish@sd.britishcouncil.org

For further information, please see:sud-t-426.pdf

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

The British Council Sudan is recruiting for two full time teachers for its Khartoum office on two-year contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for career development and a chance to work within a new centre that is experiencing rapid growth in both the public and contract markets.  The Teaching Centre currently offers a range of General English, Business English and IELTS preparation courses and will be looking to begin young learner courses in 2012.  Teachers posted to teach on contracts may be required to teach Business English, Military English and Legal English in addition to other English for Specific Purposes Courses.

As a full time teacher you will work with a rapidly growing strong team of teachers, customer services staff and managers where English language development is the number one priority of the British Council. There is a huge demand for English in this fast growing and dynamic economy in which the English language is fast re-emerging an essential skill following a period of Arabisation when English was removed from the curriculum.

Successful applicants will be committed to planning and delivering high quality courses, developing professionally and IELTS examining by agreement.  

We offer an excellent package and a supportive working environment.  A willingness to work outside Khartoum is desired and some experience in the fields of teaching Legal/Security/Military English is also desirable.

You should have an undergraduate degree, CELTA (or equivalent); a minimum of 2 years full time post qualification teaching experience.  Current IELTS examiner status is highly desirable.

Desirables may be used during short listing in the event of a large number of applicants for the posts

• Start Date: End March/Early April 2012
• Closing date: 17th February 2012
• For further information see: sud-t-425.pdf

If you have any queries regarding the post, or you wish to apply, please send your professional profile to Ian.Frankish@sd.britishcouncil.org  

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

We are now recruiting a Senior Instructor (Senior Teacher) to work in our Chiang Mai Teaching Centre.

You will work as part of the management team which is made up of Centre Manager, Senior Instructor (Senior Teacher), YL Coordinator, Chiang Mai University Courses Coordinator and Assistant Customer Services Manager.

Your role will include overseeing operations at our teaching centre and offsite locations, developing YL and adult product for all centres in Thailand (4 in Bangkok and Chiang Mai) and delivering teacher training.

To get a flavour of our teaching in Thailand and see what our premises and classes are like, see the teaching videos here: http://www.youtube.com/britishcouncilthai#

To be considered, you will be TEFL-Q qualified e.g. hold a Cambridge DELTA/Trinity DipTESOL or relevant PGCE with QTS. You should also have at least 2 years’ post TEFL-Q teaching experience as well as previous experience gained from teaching Young Learners. If you do not hold an YL extension to CELTA you will be asked to undertake this in April/May 2012 before beginning work in May 2012.

• Start date: 12th May 2012
• Closing date: 19th February 2012 (5pm Singapore time)
• Job description and vacancy information
• To apply, please complete the professional profile (available above) AND this application form
• Completed forms should be sent to EAteacher.recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg

Internal applicants only - please include your most recent end-of-year-record and copy in both your line and centre managers when submitting your application.

NB: Please note interviews for this post will be from the 27 February onwards.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all of our partners to share this commitment. British Council appointments are contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

British Council Tunis is recruiting 1 EFL teacher for our dynamic Teaching Centre. The centre, purpose built only a few years ago, offers possibly the best educational facilities in the Maghreb, with Interactive White Boards in all 16 classrooms.  Requirements: first degree or equivalent (NQF l6/L7), highly proficient speaker of English (CEF C2), TEFL-I level qualification and minimum 2 years experience of teaching both adults and Young Learners (primary or secondary).

Why come to Tunisia?

Witness history in the making

Following the revolution in Jan 2011, Tunisia is embarking on a new era as a democratic country.  Aid agencies and governments are supplying funds and expertise to help Tunisia make the transition and there are hopes that Tunisia will become a model of Arab democracy which other countries can follow.  Tunisians are enjoying freedoms that they never had before.  Come and share in their excitement.

Location, location, location

On the Mediterranean coast, with beautiful beaches within 45 mins of the centre of Tunis (you can even live there), Tunisia offers a mix of cultures (Arabic, French, Berber, ancient Roman) and landscapes (mountains, desert and coastal).   It’s also a short flight (or longer ferry ride) from the southern coast of Europe (frequent and relatively cheap flights to Italy, Spain, France, Malta and UK) as well as being in the centre of the Maghreb and, of course, in Africa.

Opportunities for development

You will be supported by a team of 3 Senior Teachers and 1 Coordinator.  You will be able to expand your teaching skills by teaching new ages, levels, specialist courses (BE, Exam preparation etc).  There are opportunities to become involved in local teacher training (e.g. TKT), examining (CESOL, IELTS and YLE) and to do the distance DELTA, a Cert-IBET or a range of other on line courses.  

Tunisia offers a unique cultural experience in a Mediterranean climate!

To apply: send you professional profile to james.lambie@tn.britishcouncil.org copied to MENA-TeacherRecruitment@ae.britishcouncil.org

• Start date: 17th February 2012
• Closing date: 8th February 2012

For further information, please click this link.

British Council appointments are contingent on thorough checks. These include criminal records checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The British Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.

We are now recruiting full-time Instructors (Teachers) for our expanding centres in Bangkok. Last year we opened up a branch in the north of the city, Chaengwattana and this year there are plans to open up a further centre in May 2012.  

To get a flavour of our teaching in Thailand and see what our premises and classes are like, see the teaching videos here: http://www.youtube.com/britishcouncilthai#

British Council Bangkok has a strong commitment to providing high quality courses, which is backed up by extensive training opportunities for teachers such as the Distance DELTA (11 teachers studying this year) and the CELTYL Extension. As a member of the teaching team, you will teach up to 21 hours to adults (mainly General English and IELTS) and young learners (aged 7-12 and 12-16) in one of our Bangkok branches. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic teachers looking to develop their skills further, in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

To be considered, you will be TEFL-I qualified e.g. hold a Cambridge CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL or be TEFL- Q qualified eg. hold a Cambridge DELTA/Trinity DipTESOL or relevant PGCE with QTS. You should also have at least 2 years’ post certificate teaching experience as well as previous experience gained from teaching Young Learners.

Deadlines are as follows:

• Sunday 19th February for 1st April 2012 start date
• Sunday 3rd March for 1st May start date
• Job description and vacancy information
• Completed professional profiles to: EAteacher.recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg

Please state your preference should you be applying for more than one start date.

Internal applicants only - please include your most recent end-of-year-record and copy in both your line and centre managers when submitting your application.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all of our partners to share this commitment. British Council appointments are contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

The British Council Teaching Centre in Venezuela is recruiting 2 full-time Teachers of English for a current vacancy. The British Council Caracas is a vibrant, friendly and well-integrated office delivering large scale products in all our programme areas as well as hosting a Teaching Centre of over 1, 300 students, of whom 280 are Young Learners. There are opportunities to work in general English, skills-based courses, IELTS preparation and corporate contracts. We have a sizeable examinations business and offer both IELTS and Cambridge YLE examining work. We are dedicated to training and professional development within the Teaching Centre and to working with the local ELT community. Our regional ELT project work offers exciting opportunities in teacher training and development.

• Start date: 1st June 2012
• Closing date: 13th February 2012
• Job description and vacancy information
• Completed Professional Profiles to: nicholas.shaw@britishcouncil.org.ve

For internal applications:  Please include your last two end-of-year records of performance when sending your application and also copy in your line and centre manager.

If necessary we will shortlist against desirable criteria in line with British Council recruitment and selection policies.  

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect diversity at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We believe that all children have potential and that every child matters - everywhere in the world. The British Council affirms the position that all children have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse as set out in article 19, UNCRC, 1989.  Our appointments are contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and where appropriate systems exist overseas, these include Criminal Records checks.

Please note also that the Venezuelan Embassy will only issue work permits to applicants with a clear CRB /police check.

We are looking for independent, flexible and self-motivated teachers/teacher mentors to be part of an exiting new project with the Malaysian Ministry of Education. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in teacher development /mentoring in a rural, primary context and a unique chance to experience the biodiversity of Borneo from within its fascinating culture.

Working as a mentor within a cluster of 5 primary schools, you will be part of a team covering 600 schools across East Malaysia supporting the professional development of early primary English teachers.

The project aims to increase the quality of English lessons, the language proficiency of teachers, teachers’ ability to source, assess, utilise and develop resources and to ensure the development is sustainable. The project is linked to the introduction of a new curriculum which you will support teachers to interpret, implement and evaluate.

Founded on the principles of participation, relationship building and sustainability project activities are based on engaging teachers and other stakeholders in your schools and communities in change processes.

To find out more about the project, please see our clip on Vimeo

You must have a minimum of a recognised TEFL qualification and 2 years’ experience including with young learners. Experience of teacher training/development, line management or coaching/mentoring is desirable. You must be a highly proficient speaker of English and you must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent.

They are two types of contracts available:

• Contracts starting on the 27th February 2012 ending 30 September 2013
• Contracts starting on the 27th February 2012 that run for 6 months or 1 year

Please specify the contract length you are applying for in your application.

• Start date: 27th February 2012
• Closing date: ASAP or latest date for applications is 17th February 2012
• Applications to: mentorvacancies@britishcouncil.org.my
• Role Profile
• Vacancy Information

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. The British Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its partners to share this commitment. Appointments are contingent on thorough checks, including Criminal Records checks.

We are now recruiting full-time Instructors (Teachers) to work in Chiang Mai, Thailand initially on one year contracts, starting in May 2012.

You will work as part of a team of 17 Instructors (Teachers), teaching young learners and adults in our main teaching centre and special courses for young learners and adults on offsite contract courses.

Your role will include teaching a range of adult levels and young learners aged 5-16 years. You will be supported by 2 Senior Instructors (Teachers), 2 Coordinators and a Centre Manager.

To get a flavour of  our premises and on site young learners classes see the teaching videos here: http://www.youtube.com/britishcouncilthai#

You will teach 21 contact teaching hours plus up to 3 hours’ cover for absent teachers per week. You will be able to participate in a teacher development programme of INSET and mentoring through line management.

To be considered, you will be TEFL qualified (a recognised initial TEFL qualification (Certificate) e.g. Cambridge CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL), with at least 2 years’ post qualification teaching experience, previous experience teaching Young Learners is essential. If you do not hold a YL extension to CELTA you will be asked to undertake this in your own time in April/May 2012 before beginning work in May 2012.

• Start date: Early May 2012
• Closing date: 19th February 2012 (5pm Singapore time)
• Job description and vacancy information
• Completed Professional Profiles to: EAteacher.recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg

Internal applicants only - please include your most recent end-of-year-record and copy in both your line and centre managers when submitting your application.

NB: Please note interviews for this post will be from the 27 February onwards.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all of our partners to share this commitment. British Council appointments are contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

The British Council in Bangladesh is recruiting for the post of Head of Corporate Training.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate trainer to gain business development and management skills and will enable them to consider higher managerial roles in the future. Reporting to the TCM, you will be expected to work flexibly and independently to pursue new business opportunities, deliver training services and develop trainer capacity as well as feed into setting targets and forecasting corporate income. You will lead on corporate training, designing and delivering high quality training to clients and build up corporate training and client database.

You will deputise for TCM some of the time when TCM is absent (several times per year).

Salary has now been revised and free accommodation is provided as well as an economy return flight to the UK after 12 months. The successful candidate must have a DELTA or a Trinity Diploma in TESOL.

Internal and external applicants please send completed professional profile plus 2 evaluations by email to Jon Gore Jon.Gore@bd.britishcouncil.org,

copied to Janet.Tufnell@ae.britishcouncil.org

To start in Spring 2012

The closing date for applications is 18 March 2011.

Please click here for further information about the post.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. The British Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its partners to share this commitment. Appointments to British Council posts are subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks.

The British Council in Kuala Lumpur is recruiting a Young Learner Coordinator. The post of full time YL Coordinator in Kuala Lumpur provides an interesting and varied job opportunity for experienced teachers / trainers who want to build their skills in academic and finance management in a growing market.

This job is based in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur with learners of English from a large number of different countries. It’s not unusual to have 10 different first languages in your classroom! We teach from Elementary to Advanced and Business English to IELTS preparation. Teaching young learners from 5-16 years old is also a large part of our operation. There are opportunities for our teachers to get involved in teacher training work, as well as conference presentations.

• Start date: Mid March 2012
• Closing date: 12th February 2012
• Job description and vacancy information
• Completed professional profiles to:  EAteacher.Recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg

Internal candidates only: please include your most end-of-year-record and copy in your line and centre managers when submitting your application

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

The British Council Jordan is recruiting a full-time teacher for a 2 year contract commencing in March 2012, ideally to arrive in post before the start of our next term which begins on the 20th.

Jordan is a busy and vibrant centre situated in an attractive villa in the centre of Amman and is fully equipped with the latest IWB technology and a large resource bank of materials. We have just completed an extensive refurbishment with new classrooms and a new teachers’ room. We also have a pleasant terrace area for teachers and a café on site.

You will have ample opportunity to explore this beautiful country and visit Petra, one of the 7 wonders of the World, float in the Dead Sea, camp in the desert and dive in the Red Sea. Flights and accommodation will be paid.

You will have a first degree, a certificate level TEFL qualification, and two years' full time post qualification EFL teaching experience. Preference is given in short-listing to teachers who have the CELTYL extension and / or the DELTA.

External applicants should send their professional profile to MENA-TeacherRecruitment@ae.britishcouncil.org

Internal candidates should send their professional profile to Damien damien.hazell@britishcouncil.org.jocopied to: MENA-TeacherRecruitment@ae.britishcouncil.org

For more information please contact damien.hazell@britishcouncil.org.jo

The closing date for applications is 22nd February 2012

Job Description & vacancy information attached here:jor-t-446.pdf

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its partners to share this commitment. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.

The British Council Hanoi is looking for two enthusiastic teachers of English to join our teaching team as soon as possible. You will have an undergraduate degree and a TEFL-Q qualification (DELTA or equivalent), or be TEFL-I qualified (CELTA or equivalent) and committed to further training. You must also be a highly proficient user of English across all skills (native speaker equivalent) with extensive young learners and adult teaching experience.   Most importantly you must demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in the teaching of English to children and adults.

As a member of the team, will deliver high quality lessons on our full range of courses and be ready to develop your experience in all areas with highly motivated groups of Vietnamese students. We are committed to Continuing Professional Development, and we offer a full in service training programme, funding for DELTA studies, and opportunities for intensive YL training as well as training to examine for IELTS.  There are also opportunities to get involved in projects that support local teachers, as well as other British Council programmes.

• Start date:28th February 2012 or ASAP
• Closing date: 19th February 2012
• Job description and vacancy information
• Completed Professional Profiles to: EAteacher.recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg

Internal applicants only - please include your most recent end-of-year-record and copy in both your line and centre managers when submitting your application.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all of our partners to share this commitment. British Council appointments are contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.