Remote Part-time Academic Proofreader

About us

First Plus Education Technology Company Ltd. is a UK-registered and operated company specializing in international education for overseas university students. By combining online platforms with offline activity centers, the company provides customized support in study skills, academic tutorials, and everyday living services to help students succeed in the UK.

Role overview

The role involves proofreading and language editing student essays in Microsoft Word using Track Changes. The work focuses on improving grammar, clarity, academic tone, sentence structure and overall readability.

This is a proofreading and language-editing role only. It does not involve writing assignments for students or changing the original academic argument on behalf of students.

Main responsibilities

Proofread student essays, reports and coursework using Microsoft Word Track Changes.

Correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure.

Improve clarity, academic tone and readability.

Identify unclear sentences and, where appropriate, leave short comments for the student.

Ensure the edited work remains faithful to the student’s original meaning and argument.

Return completed work within the agreed deadline.

Communicate clearly and professionally with the team.

Requirements

Excellent written English and strong academic writing skills.

Good attention to detail.

Ability to use Microsoft Word Track Changes.

Ability to meet deadlines reliably.

Experience with academic writing, proofreading, editing, tutoring or teaching.

MPhil/PhD students, recent graduates or early-career academics are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary / Pay: Competitive freelance rate based on word count and turnaround time.

Interested applicants should send:

A short CV

A brief statement of relevant proofreading, academic writing or teaching experience

Please send your application to: xuxu.wu@firstplusedu.co.uk

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