Summer Academic Manager

Education First; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Full board provided

Job summary

EF Education First Bournemouth Summer School is seeking an Academic Manager for summer 2027 to oversee the academic programme and lead the academic team, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for international students.

You will be responsible for scheduling classes and rooms, supervising 20+ teachers, conducting observations and feedback, and coordinating graduation ceremonies with the summer management team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a TEFL (CELTA preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with some management/team leading experience.
• Comfortable with administrative systems.
• Commitment to the highest level of customer service.
• Sociable and fun disposition with the ability to motivate and energise others.
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references.
• Right to work in the UK upon commencement of your contract.

Responsibilities

• Work with the summer management team to deliver an exceptional student experience and manage the academic programme.
• Schedule all classes, including students and rooms, using our computer systems.
• Lead a team of 20+ teachers; provide regular feedback and development discussions.
• Line manage an Academic Coordinator.
• Set up and run graduation ceremonies and coordinate related admin.
• Share emergency duty on a rota basis.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Scheduling

Customer service

Communication

Education

TEFL/CELTA

Tools

Administrative systems

Job description

Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom (On-site)

• Full time
• EF Language Abroad
• Seasonal
• Entry‑Level
• Teaching

Your Role

EF (Education First) Bournemouth Summer School is looking for a leader who embodies academic excellence to join us as Academic Manager for summer 2027.

• Full‑time
• 6 days a week
• Fixed‑term contract between June – August 2027
• Accommodation and full board can be provided if necessary and with ample notice

In this role, you will oversee our academic team, ensuring the smooth delivery of our curriculum and a high‑quality learning experience for international students. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within international business.

If you’re passionate about educating and shaping young minds, we’d love to hear from you.

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

At EF, we believe the world is better when people strive to understand one another. With 600+ schools and offices in 50 countries, we offer immersive programs in language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics, turning dreams into global opportunities. Join us in our shared mission of opening the world through education.

• Working with the summer management team to deliver an exceptional experience to our students, where you will have the overall responsibility for the academic programme in your school
• You will schedule all classes, including students and rooms, using our computer systems
• You will be responsible for a team of 20+ teachers. Supporting them to ensure all lessons are delivered to exceptional standards. This will involve regular meetings and feedback sessions, as a group and 1‑1
• Teacher observations and discussing the feedback to ensure our teachers continue to develop
• You will be responsible for line managing an Academic Coordinator
• You will set up and run graduation ceremonies, as well as coordinating the admin that is required for these
• Shares emergency duty on a rota basis

Requirements

• Minimum of a TEFL (CELTA preferred)
• Strong leadership skills with some management/team leading experience required
• Comfortable with administrative systems
• Commitment to the highest level of customer service
• Sociable and fun disposition with the ability to motivate and energise others
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK upon commencement of your contract

Why you will love working with EF

• Work in a truly international environment
• Boost your CV this summer with a world renowned organisation
• Exposure to business operations
• Pre‑summer online and in person trainings
• Ambition is nurtured and post summer job opportunities are provided at our year round campuses
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
• Teaching materials and curriculum provided
• Support from experienced academics team
• Access to EF Hello language learning
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will 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. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.