Spanish Language Tutor (LEAP Programme)

About the role

The University of Manchester is seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join the Language Experience for All Programme (LEAP) as a Spanish Language Tutor. This position involves delivering high‑quality Spanish instruction to undergraduate students both in‑person and online, primarily during evening sessions.

Key responsibilities

• Provide written and spoken Spanish instruction in class and via online platforms.
• Work under the supervision of a Senior Language Tutor, designated lecturer, and/or the LEAP coordinator.
• Contribute to the design, review, and development of Spanish language courses.
• Deliver evening classes (after 6 pm) as part of the LEAP programme.
• Assist in curriculum development and support short language courses, recruitment, and promotional events.
• Create materials and mechanisms to guide students in independent language learning.

Required profile

• First degree and an educational background appropriate for delivering the duties.
• Relevant teaching qualification.
• Near‑native command of Spanish.
• Excellent language‑teaching skills.
• Previous experience teaching and assessing advanced Spanish at tertiary level (ideally in the UK) or experience with LEAP programmes.

Required skills

• Near‑native proficiency in Spanish.
• Formal teaching qualification.

What we offer

• Generous employer pension contribution.
• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a Christmas closure.
• Ride‑to‑work and electric‑vehicle car schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.