Academic Area Manager

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Twin Employment & Training Ltd.

United Kingdom

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

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Job description

Academic Area Manager
Fixed Term - up to £1250.00 per week, experience dependent

Twin Group is an award-winning provider of education, travel, work experience, accommodation, and employment services. We are looking for two experienced Academic Area Managers for fixed-term summer contracts. The successful candidates will travel between our summer schools, providing training, oversight and support to ensure that the delivery of academic programmes consistently meets the highest industry standards.

Our centres cater to students (mainly under 18 years old) from around the world, typically staying for 13 nights to completea 30-hour English Language course, alongside a variety of activities, excursions, and evening events.

2025 UK Locations

London Docklands
London Greenwich
London Roehampton
Canterbury
Eastbourne
Gloucester
Norwich
Nottingham

Essential Qualifications:

TEFLQ diploma in ELT/TESOL as specified by the British Council (see criteria below).
Experience in summer school management or a similar role.
Eligible to work in the UK
Aged 18 or over.
Clear DBS (to be carried out by the company, unless you are already on the Update Service).

British Council TEFLQ Guidance
A valid diploma in ELT/TESOL must meet specific criteria, including:

External validation by a reputable body (e.g., university or recognised examination board).
At least five hours of supervised teaching practice.
A minimum of 100 hours of ELT/TESOL input.

Responsibilities:
Pre-Contract:

Thoroughly review and understand the job description and offer.
Attend any training (online or in-person) provided by the company.
Complete Safeguarding and Prevent online courses.

During Contract:
Oversight of Academic Standards:

Ensure that the academic programme delivery across different centres meets the required standards.
Oversee that all relevant classroom documentation is been recorded, filed on time and to industry standard.
Oversee and monitor that lesson delivery is in line with company policy and syllabi. Monitor lesson quality to ensure that teaching is in line with company policies and the syllabus.
Conduct thorough audits and regular spot-checks on classrooms, paperwork and academic environments to ensure they are conducive to high-quality learning and in line with British Council standards.
Provide feedback and support to academic staff in order to maintain the standard of delivery across all centres.
Ensure that academic records, such as student progress reports and assessments, are accurately maintained across all centres.
Provide ongoing advice and guidance to Directors of Studies on best practices, lesson planning, and curriculum delivery to ensure consistent academic standards across centres.
Oversee teacher observations and appraisals, offering constructive feedback and encouraging continuous professional development.
Identify and resolve staff performance issues where necessary.
Oversee, organise and lead CPD (Continuous Professional Development) sessions for teaching staff.
Act as a mentor for teachers, offering advice and helping them troubleshoot challenges they may face in the classroom.
Ensure that CPD sessions for teaching staff are delivered to the highest standard, providing the necessary training and development to support staff growth and maintain academic excellence.
Oversee and advise on student placement testing and grouping, ensuring students are in the appropriate classes for their level.
Deliver DOS training at the pre-course management training weekend in June, and support DOSs with teacher induction and CPD sessions during the summer.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure consistency and quality of the academic programme across centres by performing regular checks, including reviewing lesson plans, student progress, and feedback.
Evaluate and report on the academic progress of students at different centres and offer recommendations for improvements.
Ensure that all academic documentation (attendance, assessments, student feedback) is accurate, up to date and BC inspection compliant.

Communication and Coordination:

Act as a liaison between the academic team at each centre and the central management team, ensuring clear communication of policies, procedures, and goals.
Coordinate with Centre Managers/Director of Studies to address any academic-related issues and ensure that they are resolved quickly and efficiently.
Attend and contribute to regular staff meetings to update the team on progress, challenges, and key developments at each centre.

Emergency Support:

Be on hand to provide immediate support in the event of staff shortages, teacher illness, or emergencies, ensuring continuity of the academic programme.
Step in to cover teaching, managerial or administrative duties where necessary to keep the academic programme running smoothly.

Student Welfare and Safeguarding:

Ensure that safeguarding and welfare procedures are adhered to, with a focus on promoting a safe and supportive environment for students.
Support with the induction and integration of new students, ensuring they feel welcomed and part of the academic programme.
Monitor student progress and address any academic or welfare concerns, working with other staff to ensure all students’ needs are met.

Crisis Management and Problem Solving:

Deal with any academic-related crises that arise, whether it’s a staffing issue, a problem with a student, or a challenge with the curriculum.
Quickly find solutions to challenges, keeping the academic programme on track while managing expectations.
Provide cover when necessary for a DOS on their days off or if they are otherwise unavailable (this may involve live-in duties as required).

Travel and On-Site Presence:

Support with the set-up and close-down of each centre as required.
Regularly visit different centres, providing hands-on support and ensuring high standards are maintained at each location.
Work closely with Centre Management Teams to ensure that each centre team is motivated and performing effectively.
Provide regular reports on centre performance, challenges, and areas for improvement.
Travel between centres as required to provide oversight and support, sometimes at short notice.
Overnight stays will often be required (accommodation will be provided).

Post-Contract:

Complete appraisals and provide end-of-contract feedback.

Personal Skills

Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
Problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
Positive, professional attitude, with initiative and creativity.
Flexible, adaptable and approachable.

Desirable but not Essential:

Experience leading a team through a British Council Inspection.
First Aid Certificate (completed within the last three years).
Safeguarding Level 2 qualification.
Experience working with under-18s.
Experience in leading and managing a team.
Experience as a teacher trainer.

(Note: Possessing these additional skills/qualifications may assist in securing the role but will not affect salary.)
Please Note:
The successful candidate must be able to work in the UK.
Twin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a standard or an enhanced disclosure via the DBS, depending on the role itself.

All gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily.
Proof of identity and qualifications will be required.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a one-hour on-line safeguarding training prior to commencing employment.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.

Disability Confident Employer
Disabled applicants should indicate in the Equality of Opportunity section of the application form if they wish their application to be given consideration under the Disability Confident scheme.
If you are invited to interview, please advise the recruitment administrator what adjustment you would require at the interview in as much detail as possible to enable arrangements to be put into place.
We ask all applicants if they want to be considered under this scheme. By opting-in to this scheme, you are disclosing that you have a disability solely for the purpose of the interview guarantee and we will not assume nor infer that you wish to disclose or record your disability in any other way – including any reasonable adjustments you may need if you are employed.

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You can apply using the online service or apply by phoning Jobcentre Plus on:
Telephone:0800 121 7479
Textphone:0800 121 7579