Established in 1905, the British Council’s English Language Assistants (ELA) programme is a major UK mobility initiative that offers paid teaching placements abroad, providing the perfect opportunity to travel, teach and gain invaluable experiences along the way. Every year we send around 1,800 English Language Assistants from the UK to support the teaching of English in 10 destinations around the world. In 2025, we will celebrate 120 years of the Language Assistants programme.
Applications to be an English Language Assistant in 2025-26 are now open!
How to apply to be an English Language Assistant
Webinar
Thursday 16 January, 17:00 - 18:00 GMT
We're hosting a free webinar: sign up to discover more about the programme, listen to insights from former English Language Assistants regarding their experiences, and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.