English Language Online Programme Content Assistant

Heriot-Watt University Student Union

. Identify English language materials and content aligned with the existing Pre-sessional English programme .

Posted 11/9/2026part-timeEdinburgh • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £38,448 - £48,337 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in online materials and content development, with a strong focus on quality assurance and assessment design for Pre-sessional English programmes. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and manage project timelines.

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Online Materials DevelopmentQuality AssuranceAssessment DesignOnline Teaching ExperienceCambridge CELTA

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentResearchEditingTestingAssessment Design

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationIndependent WorkCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Online Learning Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Cambridge DELTATrinity DipTESOLCambridge CELTATrinity CertTESOLTEAP Qualification

Industry Keywords

Pre-sessional EnglishInternational StudentsQuality Assurance LeadBALEAPHigher Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify English language materials and content aligned with the existing Pre-sessional English programme
Liaise between the Heriot-Watt Online team and PSE team leader to select appropriate structure and content
Research, write, rewrite, edit and test materials/content
Design assessments
Perform quality assurance in liaison with the Global College Quality Assurance Lead
Ensure deadlines are met and keep the project team fully informed
Undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the HWU Online Team and PSE Programme Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

A first degree in any field
One of: strong experience in online materials and content development; strong knowledge of online learning platforms; strong evidence of online teaching, specifically international students; Cambridge DELTA / Trinity DipTESOL; Cambridge CELTA / Trinity CertTESOL and a Postgraduate Master’s degree in any field; Cambridge CELTA / Trinity CertTESOL and significant Pre-sessional experience
Proven ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
Desirable: TEAP qualification and/or membership of a relevant professional body, such as BALEAP
Desirable: experience of pre-sessional English language teaching

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working patterns
Part-time working and job share options
Equality of opportunity and inclusive working environment
Total rewards/benefits provided by Heriot-Watt University