English for Speakers of Other Languages Courses

Overview

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

If English is not your first language, our ESOL courses can help you improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. You will learn practical English that makes everyday communication easier, from talking to friends and colleagues to filling in forms and attending appointments.

These courses also build your confidence for work, study, and life in the UK, helping you progress to further education, training, or employment. With supportive tutors and a friendly learning environment, you’ll be encouraged every step of the way.

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Your Future in ESOL

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Hear from our students

“I am hoping that by improving my language skills I can develop my career in Health and Social Care, which I left behind when I moved to England. I had no previous experience of speaking English when I moved here and feel my confidence has grown gradually with every lesson.

The teachers are very helpful and understanding; they have a lot of time to help us if we do not understand something and give a lot of extra support. The course is not only helping me to continue my career here in England but also it helps me in my everyday life when I am shopping, going to the bank or attending appointments.”

Berta | ESOL

“The College has helped me to progress from an Entry Level ESOL course all the way up to studying a Level 3 Uniformed Public Services course. I have also had the opportunity to gain qualifications in English and Maths. The College has improved my confidence and I am now looking to progress onto University.”

Dan | ESOL and Uniformed Public Services

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£22,590 Entry Level Salary

£35,211 Average Salary

£62,847 Potential Salary

Daily Tasks

Provides communication support for the hard of hearing or the visually impaired.
Converts documents or spoken statements from original or source language into another language.
Writes instruction manuals and user guides, technical reports, catalogues and indexes, prepares sales literature and writes technical articles for trade journals.
Negotiates contracts with freelance agents and with buyer on behalf of writer.
Selects material for publication, checks style, grammar and accuracy of content, arranges for any necessary revisions and checks proof copies before printing.
Generates and develops creative ideas for literary material.
Determines subject matter and researches as necessary by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, observing etc..