EFL Teacher (Fixed Term Summer Contract) 2027

Alpadia; Roedean; On-site; GBP 86,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri timetable 8:15–13:30

Accommodation on site

CPD and career progression

Returner bonus opportunities

Job summary

ALPADIA is seeking an EFL Teacher for our Brighton summer program. You will deliver engaging lessons to young learners in a multicultural camp, ensuring safety and a positive learning experience. The role emphasizes personal and professional development within a supportive team.

You should have TEFL/CELTA or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a client-focused approach. The position offers a competitive salary, a Monday–Friday timetable, and opportunities for career progression within

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with young learners and parents.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour and safety in a camp setting.
• Experience delivering engaging, well-planned lessons to diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-planned English lessons aligned with teaching standards.
• Maintain safe, supportive classroom and camp atmosphere.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions.
• Provide excellent student support and customer service to participants.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Adaptability

Patience

Education

CELTA/TEFL certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join ALPADIA's team to create an unforgettable summer 2027. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire and engage young students while enjoying a rewarding and educational experience themselves.

The Role: As an EFL Teacher at ALPADIA, you'll help students achieve personal and academic growth in an immersive, multicultural camp environment. You'll deliver well-planned, engaging lessons that align with our teaching standards, ensuring a safe and fun learning atmosphere and contributing to an overall positive camp experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding English teacher to develop their career with a leading organisation.

Teaching

General

• Always maintain proper levels of student discipline, safety and welfare, highlighting any issues to the Camp Manager or Academic Manager.
• Always represent ALPADIA in the best conceivable way, being polite and friendly to the students, both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers at all times.
• Understand procedural documents and ALPADIA policies relevant to the role.
• Be familiar with all British Council inspection criteria relevant to the department.
• Actively participate in all staff meetings as necessary.
• Attend and where necessary contribute to, weekly Professional Development Sessions in a spirit of positive engagement.
• Be proactive about both your personal and professional development including attendance/completion of all compulsory training sessions and to actively participate in any training offered.
• Engage positively in a reflective teaching approach and developmental observation process, embracing an open-door classroom policy.
• Write lesson plans when requested by the Academic Manager for formal observations, inspections or professional development purposes.
• Arrive at the centre and ensure all lessons start and finish on time.
• Complete the attendance within 5 minutes of each lesson starting and report any absences according to camp procedures.
• Assist with placement testing as required.
• Read, understand and sign any relevant risk assessments as required.
• Undertake other duties as deemed necessary by line manager.

Level 6 Qualification - Examples: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels

• TEFLI status - Examples: CELTA, Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client focused approach
• High level of patience and approachability
• Ability to be flexible and adapt where required
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to plan the lessons efficiently while adapting to the demands of a fast-paced camp environment
• Excellent understanding of the unique strategies involved in teaching young learners
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies
• Solid IT skills including MS Office

Desirable

• TEFLQ Status - Examples: DELTA, Dip. TESOL or equivalent
• Prior EFL teaching experience
• Experience of teaching in summer camps or similar contexts
• Experience of teaching young learners
• Experience with digital teaching tools and e-learning platforms
• Ability to find and present solutions to problems
• Ability to use initiative when required

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 2026 we welcomed 64 different student nationalities to the UK and we are proud of creating this uniquely diverse working environment for our staff members.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A great summer work-life balance with only 15 - 18.75 contact teaching 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

Location of our course centre and dates of commitment

• Brighton 05.07.27 - 13.08.27 (shorter contract are available)
• Monday - Friday (08:15am - 13:30pm)

Miscellaneous

• Residential or Non- Residential position with accommodation provided on site
• We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students therefore all staff employed will be required to provide / undergo an Enhanced DBS check, 3x referee details and overseas conduct certificates where applicable.
• Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.