ESOL Work Skills at John Smiths CC

About this course

This course develops practical English for everyday life and work. Learners practise reading signs, instructions and simple forms, then build writing skills through letters, words, short sentences and personal information. Speaking activities cover introductions, daily routines and basic work-related topics. The course also addresses practical communication, including responding to instructions, talking with colleagues, using numbers and postcodes, and planning journeys with tools such as Google Maps. Tutor support is provided while learners work at their own pace.

What you'll learn

• Read simple workplace and community information, including signs, instructions and basic forms
• Write letters, words, short sentences and basic personal information
• Give personal information and talk about daily routines and simple work-related topics
• Respond to straightforward everyday and workplace instructions
• Use numbers, postcodes and simple digital tools such as Google Maps to plan journeys

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for learners who are new to English and want to develop basic language for everyday, family and work-related situations. Participation includes speaking, reading and writing practice, with tutor support and opportunities to work at an individual pace.

• Intended for learners new to English
• Learners work at their own pace
• Focuses on situations connected with everyday life, family and future work