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Quotes from former Language Assistants

“To begin with it’s hard, but it’s worth it. It’s been the best year of my life and has

converted me into the Spanish way of life”

“Working as a Language Assistant…has made me more independent and a stronger

person”

“This year has definitely been one of the best years of my life. I have learned so much

about myself. I have become much more independent, much better at making

decisions and have definitely become far more confident.”

“My appointment as an assistant has changed me more than anything I have ever

done. I have become much more confident, assertive and independent and my

German has improved beyond belief. I would recommend it to anyone.”


British Council Language Assistants

Programme

Name of University

Day of presentation

Name of presenter


1) What is a language assistant?

2) Where can you go?

3) Who is eligible?

4) How to apply

5) Points to note

6) What are the costs involved?

English Language Assistants


What is an English Language Assistant?

Help with teaching of English

Work with class teacher or in small groups

Develop students’ confidence and competence in English

Not class teacher (in most countries) therefore more interesting

Discuss sport, music, fashion, politics etc.

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What skills will assistants gain?

Confidence, Independence, Social skills, Cultural awareness,

Communication skills, Planning skills, Organisational skills,

Patience, Adaptability, Public speaking experience, Ability to

live abroad, Improved language skills, Self-sufficiency, Self-

reliance, Budgeting skills, Ability to live alone, Maturity,

Resilience, Initiative, Teamwork skills, Open-mindedness,

Time management skills, Assertion, Self-Knowledge,

Resourcefulness, Presentation skills, Perseverance, Ability to

cope in a wide range of situations, Tolerance, Problem-solving,

Self-motivation, Diplomacy, Leadership, Creativity,

Professional work experience, Listening skills, Negotiation

skills, Research skills, Ability to improvise


Where can you go?

French-speaking countries

German-speaking countries

Spanish-speaking countries

Italy, China

Latin America?

France?

Spain?

China?

Italy?

Germany?

Switzerland?Belgium?

Austria? Canada?



B2 in French on the European Language Level Framework required

Belgium

Ca. 7 posts available

Period of Appointment: 1 October – 31 May

12 hours per week / Pay: around €870 per month net

France

Almost 1,000 posts available

Period of Appointment: 1 October – 30 April




-B2 in French on the European Language Level Framework required

Canada (Quebec)


Period of Appointment: 1 September – 31 May

18 hours per week / Pay: around CAN$1,700 per month net

Switzerland (French-speaking)


Period of Appointment: mid August/early September to end June/early July, depending on

the school's preference and the region (canton).

12 hours per week / Pay: around SF 2,600 per month net



B2 in German on the European Language Level Framework required

Austria


Period of Appointment: 1 October – 31 May (1st or 2nd

semester options also available)

13 hours per week / Pay: Ca. €1,133 per month net

Germany


Period of Appointment: 1 September – 31 May (short posts

available: 1 September – end Feb)




B2 in German on the European Language Level Framework required

Switzerland (German-speaking)


Period of Appointment: mid August/early September to end June/early July, depending

on the school's preference and the region (canton).

12 hours per week / Pay: around SF 2,600 per month net


Spanish-speaking countries

B2 in Spanish on the European Language Level Framework required

Spain


Period of Appointment: 1 October – 31 May/30 June


Latin America

Posts available in Argentina (second semester only), Chile,

Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico.

Number of posts (ca. 100 in total), period of appointment, hours of

work and wage vary across the region. Please see our website for

further details.


Italy


Period of Appointment: 1 October – 31 May


China

No language requirement

Around 70 posts available

Period of Appointment: 1 September – 30 June

Around 20 hours per week

Pay: between 4,000 RMB and 15,000 RMB per month (net)

Inc. accommodation and £1000 contribution to flight

You must have graduated when you take up your post

http://www.britishcouncil.org/language-assistants/become/why-become-language-assistant/vlogs



Who is eligible?

Native level English speakers UK/EU passport holders Completed 2 years of higher education B2 level on the European Language Level Framework required or equivalent (except China - no language requirement)


How to apply

www.britishcouncil.org/language-assistants

Online application procedure

University Reference

CV if you are a graduate or had a gap of more than 2 years between school and higher education

Application deadline – 17th January 2016 for all countries

Be aware of your University’s internal deadline

Applying Online



Points to note

Job application

Preferences: area, age group & environment

Any preferences for specific areas

Important factors like disability, medical factors, religious observances,

dependants, etc


What are the costs involved?

Travel costs must be covered by you

- Travel to and from your post

- Interview

- Briefing meeting

Medical insurance

Travel Insurance

Criminal Record Check

Visa

Accommodation


www.britishcouncil.org/language-assistants

• Year Abroad Coordinator

• British Council Ambassadors


Study Work Create – British Council

@Languageasst

[email protected]

0161 957 7755

English Language Assistants – Get Involved


Where did your language skills take you?


Check out Robbie’s blog here: http://www.britishcouncil.org/voices-magazine/what-i-learned-being-chinese-tv-dating-show

And the video about his experience here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuqWGBrJ9XQ

Where did your language skills take you?