Director of Studies

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in English language education seeks a dedicated Director of Studies for their junior summer courses. This role is pivotal in overseeing the academic programme, ensuring that students aged 10-17 receive top-notch education and support in a nurturing environment. You will manage a team of educators, implement effective teaching strategies, and ensure the safety and wellbeing of students. This exciting opportunity offers competitive pay, full-board accommodation, and the chance to make a significant impact on young learners' lives. Join a passionate team committed to fostering a love for learning and cultural exchange!

Benefits

Full-board accommodation

Holiday pay

Competitive salary

Induction training

Returner’s increment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in EFL and summer school industry required.
• Overall responsibility for academic programme implementation.

Responsibilities

• Manage academic staff and ensure students' safety and wellbeing.
• Optimize students’ academic programme and environment.

Skills

EFL Experience

Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

TEFL Qualification

Degree in Education or Related Field

Job description

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Please read the Privacy Policy for job applicants before applying to Target English International. We run junior summer courses for English language students aged between 10-17.

We have students from all over the world, with the majority being Italian, but also including students from Spain, Portugal, Poland, Czech Republic, Argentina, and Cyprus.

Students usually stay for two weeks and participate in a mixed programme of lessons and activities/excursions run by Activity Leaders.

Our Mission: At Target English International, we aim to provide our students with a comfortable and caring setting in the UK to improve their communication in English and develop skills for a more global society. We want our students to leave the course with a better understanding of UK culture and the inspiration to become life-long learners of English.

Overview of Role:

Job Title: Director of Studies
Line Manager: Centre Manager/Academic Manager
Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on contract type + full-board accommodation and holiday pay
Dates: June to August
Hours: As required (typically 48 hours per week)

You are a competent teacher with significant experience in the EFL and summer school industry. You will have overall responsibility for the successful implementation and administration of all aspects of the academic programme, which includes managing the academic staff and their performance.

In addition to optimizing our students’ academic programme and environment, you will also ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times. Management, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential requirements for this position.

Our aim is to ensure our students make the most of their academic programme, and as Director of Studies, you will make this happen!

Our staff are our most valuable asset, and our students frequently say the staff are one of the best things about their study holiday.

We welcome new applicants but also value our returning staff, and to both we offer an attractive package that includes:

• Competitive salary
• Full-board accommodation if required
• Holiday pay
• Full induction on-site (Managers are required to attend our 2-day induction weekend held at the University of Hull before the start of your contract.)
• £10 a week returner’s increment (up to a maximum of 3 years)

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Safeguarding: In line with safer recruitment, where roles require responsibility for, or substantial access to, under 18s, our recruitment procedure includes the following:

• All references will be followed up.
• Reference requests ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18.
• All gaps in employment history must be explained satisfactorily.
• Proof of identity and right to work in the UK must be shown at interview.
• Proof of identity and copies of qualification certificates must be sent to head office prior to starting work and original copies must be taken to the centre.
• Suitability checks (Enhanced DBS checks or overseas equivalent) will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

Staff will complete online Safeguarding and online Prevent training.