Language Tutor in Chinese (Mandarin) LEAP

Language Tutor in Chinese (Mandarin) LEAP

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Language Tutor (LEAP) in Chinese (Mandarin). This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching within the University-Wide Languages for All Programme (LEAP) in the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering engaging teaching in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin), both in-person and online, on LEAP and, where required, undergraduate programmes
• Contributing to course design, curriculum development, and review of Chinese language provision
• Developing teaching materials and supporting independent learning through innovative resources
• Preparing and marking assessments, providing constructive feedback to support student progression
• Participating in programme activities such as recruitment, events, and departmental collaboration

About You

Essential Criteria:

• A first degree and relevant educational background
• A recognised teaching qualification
• Near-native proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin)
• Experience of teaching and assessing Chinese at tertiary level
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and a collaborative approach

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience teaching language for specific purposes (e.g. business or professional contexts)
• Experience in translation and/or interpreting teaching
• Experience of curriculum development
• Accredited qualifications in teaching Chinese as a foreign language