EFL & Creative Arts Teacher (Non-Residential Fixed Term Summer Contract)

Alpadia; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpadia is looking for a passionate EFL & Creative Arts Teacher to enhance students' summer learning experience in Brighton. This fixed-term role offers a supportive, collaborative environment and includes minimal preparation periods while allowing teachers to focus on engaging students through effective language instruction and creative arts. Ideal candidates should possess teaching qualifications and enjoy working with diverse groups of young learners.

Benefits

15 – 18.75 contact hours

Monday to Friday timetable

Small manageable class sizes

Career progression opportunities

Attractive bonus options for returners

Qualifications

• Must hold a first degree or equivalent.
• CELTA or TESOL certification is essential.
• Experience with large groups of children or teenagers.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of students.
• Ensure all language tuition fits the camp environment.
• Provide timely feedback on student performance.

Skills

Motivating students

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

First Degree or equivalent (level 6)

CELTA, Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent

PGCE in Creative Arts

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Client:

Alpadia

Location:

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

EFL & Creative Arts Teacher (Non-Residential Fixed Term Summer Contract)

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Company Description

Alpadia’s mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students and staff.

Our vision for your employment is an exciting opportunity to grow your professional and personal skills as an educator and youth practitioner.

Deepen your understanding of child development by applying solution-focused Positive Behaviour Support strategies and conflict resolution techniques to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment.

Stay ahead in the field of education and youth practice with our professional development programme designed to advance your career.

You will get the opportunity to work in an international team of like-minded, positive people who are dedicated to making a difference through their work.

Alpadia employment reflects our values of integrity, support, diversity, knowledge growth, and opportunity.

In we welcomed 64 different students nationalities to the UK and we are proud of creating this uniquely diverse working environment for our staff members.

Job Description

Join ALPADIA’s team to make summer an unbelievable experience! We are looking for highly motivated people, who have the ability to engage and inspire young students,and who are looking for an enriching and educational experience themselves.

We are currently recruitingEnglish Language Teacher/ Creative Arts Teacheron a fixed term summer contract.

Your role:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students in our care
• Ensure all language tuition is appropriate to a camp environment in line with the Alpadia syllabus and course structure
• Have and demonstrate a sound knowledge and awareness of the use of English and the linguistic systems underlying it, providing appropriate models of both spoken and written English
• Ensure the content of the lessons considers the course objectives, the learning needs, and cultural backgrounds of the students
• Ensure each lesson leads to relevant learning outcomes, which are made known to students, and which are achieved through a coherent sequence of activities
• Ensure the teaching techniques are appropriate to the focus of the lesson and to the needs of the group and individual learners
• Ensure learning is promoted by the effective management of the classroom environment and resources
• Ensure students receive appropriate and timely feedback on their performance during the lesson
• Ensure lessons include activities to evaluate whether learning is taking place
• Ensure students are engaged and create positive learning atmosphere is created
• Show initiative to ensure the syllabus is adapted to meet the specific needs of our students, both at a class and individual level
• Encourage the sole use of the target language in classrooms wherever possible, both from the students and the other teachers
• Always represent ALPADIA in the best possible way, being polite and friendly to the students, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Engage positively in a reflective teaching approach and developmental observation process, embracing an “open-door” classroom policy
• Arrive at the centre, and ensure all lessons start and finish on time
• Actively participate in all staff meetings as necessary
• Attend, and where necessary contribute to, weekly Professional Development Sessions in a spirit of positive engagement
• Assist with placement testing as required
• Read, understand, and sign any relevant risk assessments as required
• Liaise with the Camp Manager/Academic Manager to resolve any instances of issues/questions/concerns raised by students, agents, parents, or other stakeholders
• Always maintain proper levels of student discipline, safety, and welfare, highlighting any issues to the Camp Manager or Academic Manager

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• First Degree or equivalent (level 6)
• CELTA, Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent
• DELTA or Dip TESOL – (Desirable)
• PGCE in Creative Arts

Skills & Experience

• Ability to motivate and enjoy working with large groups of children/teenagers (Essential)
• Excellent organisational skills(Essential)
• Ability to work wellin a team(Essential)
• Positive, flexible and adaptable attitude towards team working and teaching (Essential)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client focused approach (Essential)
• Experience of teaching in summer camps (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching junior students (Desirable)

Additional Information

We offer you:

• A great summer work-life balance with only 15 – 18.75 contact hours,
• A Monday to Friday timetable, with no working hours after 13:00 (13:30 on Wednesdays)
• A prepared, yet flexible, course requiring minimum preparation
• A dedicated academic management team and support staff to ensure a smooth summer experience
• No residential, activity or supervision responsibilities beyond the classroom
• CPD sessions with qualified Academic Managers
• Small manageable class sizes with a fantastic nationality mix
• Attractive bonus options for returners
• The possibility of career progression within Kaplan International Languages
• An inclusive organisation with positive student and staff feedback