About International House London– www.ihlondon.com
At IH London,we’vebeen shaping language education for over 60 years. As a founding member of the International House World Organisation,we’reknown for academic quality, innovation, and a genuinely international community. Each year, we teach over 8,000 students from 150+ countries. But just as importantly, we invest in our teachers.You’llbe joining a department that is well-structured, communicative, and supportive, with the resources and academic guidance you need to do your best work.
Butit’snot just our students who value us — our teachers do too:
“I love the cultural and language diversity at IH London.”“Communication in theforeign languagesdepartment is brilliant. The team is approachable, organised, and supportive.”“The department is very well-run. The administrative staff are responsive, efficient, and friendly.A great placeto work.”
Why work with us?
- Academic structure that supports you: You’llteach from a clear syllabus with high-quality resources, so you can focus on teaching rather than reinventing the wheel.
- Continuity with your students: Once assigned a group,you’lltypically progress with them through levels,allowing you to see real development and build meaningful classroom dynamics.
- Engaged adult learners: Our students are motivated young professionals (typically 20–30s), making lessons dynamic, purposeful, and rewarding.
- Professional environment: Small classes (max 15) and a well-run department that values consistency and quality.
- Flexibility with stability: Casual (0-hour) contract with opportunities for regular classes, plusadditionalcover work where available.
- Development opportunities: Access to IH training, workshops, and a global teaching network.
- Central London location: Teach in a vibrant, well-connected area in the heart of the city.
The Role
We are looking for experienced and engagingPortugueseteachers to deliver face-to-face adult group courses , primarily:
- Evenings: 18:30–20:30 (groups runningonce per week)
- Additionalopportunities: weekday afternoons, Friday evenings, and weekends
Whatyou’lldo
- Deliver high-quality, communicativePortugueselessons to adult learners
- Plan engaging lessons aligned with IH syllabi
- Monitor progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
- Build a positive, inclusive classroom environment
- Collaborate with colleagues tomaintainhigh academic standards
- Complete attendance records andupdate SharePoint folder witha work done record.
- Native or near-nativeproficiencyinPortuguese
- Recognised teaching qualification inPortuguese
- Good knowledge of thedifferences betweenBrazilian and European Portuguese
- Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching groups
- Right to work in the UK and currently UK-based
- Competitive salary based on experience: £27.33 – £30.24/hour + holiday pay
- Free language courses
- Access to IH professional development
- Supportive academic team and strong teaching infrastructure
Recruitment Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person interview , which includes:
- A formal interview
Apply now
Ifyou’repassionate about teachingPortugueseand want to join an international team in a welcoming, professional environment,we’dlove to hear from you. All candidatesare required toapply for roles via theHirefulplatform. Applications are reviewed by the relevant Hiring Manager, who will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange interviews.
Please note that if you are successful at the interview stage all offers are subject to a right to work in the UK eligibility check, us receiving two references, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check and Police Check (if living abroad) that are considered satisfactory toIHLondon.
We encourage fairness and equality in our Recruitment and selection process. Our shortlisting and interviewing will be carried out by more than one person: Internal members of the interview panels are informed about the company’s recruitment andselectionof staff policy. Interview questions will be related to the requirements of the job and not of a discriminatory nature.
Reviewed on 24th April 2026
Department
Modern Languages
Contract type
Casual
Hours
This role focuses on teachingface-to-face adult group classeson evenings and Sundays.
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