Location: International Campus of Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Position type: Faculty
Time basis: Full time
The SWJTU-Leeds Joint School, founded in 2014, is a partnership between the University of Leeds and Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU), providing students in China with the opportunity to have exceptional learning experience in an outstanding educational environment. The Joint School is located at the Eastern (International) Campus, SWJTU in Chengdu, China. Combining the prominent advantages of the British and the Chinese education systems, the Joint School cultivates students under seven bachelor degree programmes, including Civil Engineering with Transport, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Technologies and Industrial Design. In 2024, the Joint School was selected as an Outstanding Case of Sino- Foreign Cooperative Education (only 20 institutions nationwide were honored). In 2025, it was awarded the title of "Distinguished Sino-Foreign Cooperative Education Institution" (ranking second in China). Please find the official website of the SWJTU-Leeds Joint School at: https://leeds.swjtu.edu.cn/english/index.htm.
The Joint School is now seeking faculty positions listed as below:
1.English Teacher (Foreign National)
Categories: Education/Instructional
Job Description:
We are seeking applicants with interest in teaching English as a second language at SWJTU-Leeds Joint School. This role is expected to deliver high quality teaching to Year 1 students on English for Science and Engineering, as well as work with the faculty team in teaching and tutoring language-focused courses for Year 2 to Year 4 students. The recruited teacher will participate in assessment of students’ academic performance, and undertake academic research related to the role, especially in EAP, EMI and International Education.
Qualifications and Experience
comply with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China
native English speaker
preferably less than 50 years old
with TESOL, Cambridge ESOL DELTA, EFL teaching qualification, or equal
with a Master’s Degree or above, or be nearing completion of a DELTA (or equivalent)
with MA in TESOL, MA/ PGCert or equivalent in EAP, or MA in relevant field would be an advantage
with substantial experiences in teaching EFL and/or EAP & content at undergraduate level
be capable of developing or adapting materials to teach and make assessment of students’ performance at HEI level
be capable of applying the BALEAP TEAP competencies to teaching practice
with overseas experience of teaching EAP/ELT would be preferred
with experience of living and teaching in China would be preferred
with excellent cross-cultural communication skills
Employment and Management
The appointment will be made on a basis of a fixed term contract, and the initial contract term shall be for a duration of one year. The recruited teacher shall work full time and is expected to assist English module leaders and co-leaders in organizing and managing teaching issues, and cooperate with faculty of Year 1 at the education activities of SWJTU-Leeds Joint School.
Remuneration and Supporting Package
The annual salary is in the range of RMB 180,000 to 250,000, with the final offer to be determined based on a comprehensive assessment of the candidate's qualifications.
How to apply
Please send email to Development Support Office of SWJTU-Leeds Joint School, dso_leeds@swjtu.edu.cn. Applications should include a cover letter, a C.V. with latest ID photo and two recommendation letters, in which the name and contact details of the current or latest employer should be noted. Please indicate “English Teacher” in the subject of your application email.
SWJTU-Leeds Joint School
19/01//2026