Job Description
Job Description:
Job Type
Self-employed / Freelance Contract
Remote (UK time flexible, global students)
Compensation
- £15 per hour – 1-to-1 classes
- £16 per hour – Group classes
- £13 per hour – Student onboarding & placement assessments
- Paid monthly (last working day of each month)
About SpeakBrit
SpeakBrit is a growing online English academy delivering structured British English education to international students, with a strong focus on Asia.
We specialise in high-quality, conversation-focused learning delivered by fluent British English educators. Our mission is to help students build confidence, fluency, and natural communication skills through structured teaching.
We are now building our academic team and looking for an experienced Head / Lead English Teacher to help shape the quality and consistency of our learning programmes.
Role Overview
This is a senior teaching and academic role.
You will be responsible for delivering lessons, conducting student onboarding assessments, and supporting the academic development of the platform.
This role is teaching-focused, with additional light academic leadership responsibilities.
Core ResponsibilitiesTeaching Delivery
- Deliver engaging online English lessons (1-to-1 and group classes)
- Adapt teaching style based on age group and ability level
- Maintain high teaching standards aligned with SpeakBrit methodology
Student Assessments
- Conduct onboarding / placement assessments for new students
- Evaluate English level and recommend appropriate class placement
- Provide structured academic feedback after assessments
Academic & Platform Support (Additional Responsibilities)
- Assist in interviewing and evaluating new teacher applicants as we expand
- Support maintenance of consistent teaching quality across the platform
- Flag academic concerns or student progress issues where necessary
- Support resolution of learning-related queries or feedback
Important Information
- This is not a sales or marketing role
- No student sourcing or promotion required
- No cold calling or outreach activities
- All students are provided directly by SpeakBrit
Your focus is purely on teaching, assessment, and academic quality.
Assessment Scheduling & Flexibility
- Assessments are scheduled based on student availability
- Teachers can complete assessments during flexible working hours
- As our main student base is in Asia, availability may include:
- Early mornings (UK time)
- Evenings
- Occasional weekends
Candidate Profile
We are looking for experienced British English educators who can maintain a high standard of teaching and student assessment.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Native or near-native British English fluency
- Experience teaching English online or in classrooms
- Strong ability to assess learner levels accurately
- Confident, structured, and engaging teaching style
- Experience working with children or international learners
- TEFL / TESOL / CELTA (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
What We Offer
- Fully remote teaching role
- Consistent student flow provided by the platform
- Structured academic framework and support
- Opportunity to help shape a growing international academy
- Long-term growth potential within the academic team
Application Requirements
Please apply with:
- CV / teaching profile
- Brief introduction and teaching philosophy
- Availability (important due to Asia-based students)
- Relevant certifications (if applicable)
Final Note
We are building a structured and premium British English learning experience for international students. We are looking for educators who take pride in teaching quality, consistency, and student progress.
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Work Location: Remote