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ESOL English for Work Reading - Online
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ESOL courses can open the door to a range of work and education opportunities along with building confidence in everyday life tasks.
Throughout the course you will practise the reading skills needed for working in the UK. This could be to help you to understand signs and instructions, read orders and health and safety guidance or read specifications for work. Our expert teachers will work at your individual level and pace.
You will also become more confident when reading English.
Our ESOL for Work – Reading courses run for 5 weeks, and you will be advised on future courses which will support you to build on your skills.
Fees may apply depending on your circumstances but 92% of learners do not need to pay.

This course is for anyone who was aged 19 or over on 31.8.25 whose first language is not English. You must be a resident of North Yorkshire.
You will need to provide ID (such as a passport or BNO visa) a National Insurance number and we will need to ask you about your residency in the UK.
We will ask you to provide evidence of qualifications you have achieved. If you cannot provide the evidence, we will ask you to undertake an initial assessment to ensure that you are at the right level.
You will need to commit to regular attendance and to complete some study in your own time.


You will need access to a Laptop or Tablet if you plan to study online. Please be aware that smart phone access is not advised. You will need access to the internet and an email account. For online study, your teacher will contact you on a weekly basis through Teams and email. You will be given tasks to complete at each session, instructions and online demonstrations.


If you don’t have access to a computer, we may still be able to support you. Ask for an appointment with a member of staff to discuss our other options.


Your teacher will give verbal and written feedback throughout the course.

This course is not accredited, but as your skills grow, you will be advised on further courses to support your development.
Throughout your time learning with us, you will also have developed a whole range of skills that can be transferred from your course to a working environment, your home life or your own personal development.

Time Management
Juggling work, family, friends, deadlines and research, as a part-time learner time management is a huge skill.
Organisation
Organisation skills are essential for part-time learners. Prove that you can handle the pressure of working and learning and you’ll get ahead in any career.
Research
If you know how to find accurate and reliable sources of information to use in projects and reports, you’ll quickly become an irreplaceable team member.
Networking
Networking skills developed through study group discussions can help to make a workplace meeting run smoothly, build client relationships and improve colleague and office relations.
Presenting Ideas
In most jobs, presentations or reports are required. If you’re already a pro at putting ideas into an easily digestible format (like an assignment) then you’re already half-way there
Reasoning
One skill you’ll naturally develop whatever subject you’re studying is reasoning. Whether you’re evaluating a resource or researching a topic, the ability to weigh up the pros and cons of a project are invaluable.
Decision Making
You might not realise it, but every assignment is the product of hundreds of small decisions, e.g. your choice of words, argument, resources etc. It’s easy to apply this skill to workplace decisions.
Persuasion
You don’t have to pursue a career in sales or business to need persuasion skills. As a learner you’ll naturally develop them as you build your case in essays and discussions.

Other courses related to personal or professional Other courses related to developing your English language skills. This could be an ESOL for Work– speaking and listening or writing course or an accredited reading course.

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011006TL13
09/02/2026
16/03/2026
12:30 PM - 03:00 PM
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Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status

Helping you financially

  • English, maths and computing courses (up to level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2025)
  • Reduced course fees for non-qualification courses if you receive a qualifying benefit.
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your income is below £25,750
  • Discretionary Learner Support funding relating to cover fees, books etc (qualifications only) T&C apply.
  • Pay for your course in instalments via direct debit (over £100), ask for details.
  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans for Level 3 courses and above – no repayments until you earn over £25,000

If you are unsure on what price you should pay, please contact us on 01609 536066 or email adultlearningservice@northyorks.gov.uk