Teacher of English

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. We work with people in over 150 countries and reach over 700 million people. We connect. We inspire. Important information: * Salary: From 67,500 TWD to 88,733 TWD, depending on qualifications and experience. * Contract type: Indefinite * Start date: January 2027 * Work schedule: The role requires the post holder to work 27.5 contract hours per week which includes 18 teaching hours plus 9.5 hours of preparation and training. Teachers are required to work on both Saturday and Sunday, with a two-day consecutive weekend on Monday and Tuesday or other weekdays, depending on operational needs. * Working location: Taipei and New Taipei City * Passport requirements/ Right to work in the country: Candidates from overseas are welcome to apply. However, local labour requirements specify that only passport holders from countries where English is the official language used in the country specified in the passport are eligible for an ARC (work permit sponsorship). Advert closing date: Thursday, 29 October 2026 - 23:59 China time (GMT+08) Role Purpose We are looking for dedicated teachers to provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience. This role plays a key part to promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English and to support the wider aims of British Council and its cultural relations mission. Main Accountabilities The role involves delivering tailored English lessons and monitoring student progress, while providing feedback and promoting learner autonomy. It also includes contributing to course development, completing administrative tasks, and actively engaging in professional development. Additionally, the role aims to foster understanding of UK culture and uphold the core values of the British Council. Ensuring strict adherence to safeguarding policies, including child protection, EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion), and health and safety, is also a key responsibility. Qualifications and Work Experience: Essentials * Cambridge CELTA or Trinity Cert TESOL * Undergraduate or University degree in any discipline * At least 2 years' relevant teaching experience post qualification. * You should have experience in teaching two or more of the following age groups: * Early Years learners aged 3-6 (400+ hours) * Primary learners aged 6-12 (400+ hours) * Secondary learners aged 12-17 (400+ hours) * Adult learners (400+ hours) Desirables * Recognised diploma in EFL, i.e. Cambridge DELTA/Trinity Diploma * CELTYL or TYLEC Benefits: * Medical Benefits: Taiwan has excellent medical facilities and services. Staff are covered by the highly regarded Taiwan National Health Insurance Scheme and a supplementary private Medical Insurance plan, which includes inexpensive dental care. Please note that Taiwan is not part of the global British Council Health insurance scheme. * Travel Allowance: Teachers recruited from outside Taiwan will receive economy class travel for themselves, accompanying partner, and children, from their previous post or from the UK. This will be reimbursed on arrival in Taiwan. Teachers recruited from within Taiwan are not eligible for this travel allowance. * Temporary accommodation upon arrival: Teachers recruited from outside Taiwan are provided with up to 2 weeks' hotel accommodation. * Settling-in allowance: Overseas-recruited teachers are entitled to a settling-in allowance of 33,750 TWD if travelling alone, or 50,625 TWD if accompanied. * Baggage allowance: Baggage allowance (including shipping) of up to £1,200 at the beginning of your employment. Note that incoming baggage allowance applies only to teachers recruited from outside of Taiwan. * Annual Leave: Annual paid leave is 35 days in addition to applicable observed public holidays. A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability, and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent and we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. Safeguarding Statement The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org