UK 2025 Assistant Director of Studies LONDON

Move Language Ahead; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EFL Assistant Director of Studies to oversee the academic programme for students. This role involves planning and delivering educational content, supporting teachers, and ensuring smooth operations throughout the summer. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in teaching English as a Foreign Language, particularly with teenagers, and must hold relevant qualifications such as DELTA or MA TESOL. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing enriching experiences for students from around the world while enhancing your professional skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a UK passport/right to work in the UK and a valid DBS or PVG.
• Proven suitability to work with students under 18 with at least 2 references.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and delivering the academic programme.
• Support teachers in their professional development and assist with admin tasks.

Skills

EFL experience teaching teenagers

Excellent communication skills

IT proficiency

Ability to develop positive relationships with students

Self-motivated

Education

DELTA / Trinity DipTESOL / MA TESOL

PGCE/PGCE PCET

Master’s degrees in ELT/TESOL

Job description

EFL Assistant Director of Studies Job Description

Country: United Kingdom
Location: London King’s, London Dulwich, London Uxbridge, London Richmond, Reading, Guildford, Worcester, Dover, Northampton, Edinburgh.
DATES: Possibility of extension in some centres (starting in June and/or finishing mid-August)
4 weeks July 2^nd to July 31^st 2025
Dover and Dulwich: July 8^th to August 3^rd 2025

MLA (Move Language Ahead) is an industry leader in providing safe, educational, and cultural holidays to students from around the world. Each year thousands of students travel with MLA as part of our short-term English as a Foreign Language (EFL) programmes.

MLA WELFARE AND SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
MLA is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Responsible for ensuring the planning and delivery of the academic programme
• Support teachers in their professional development
• Assist the DoS in ensuring the smooth running of the academic programme
• Assist the DoS with all admin tasks
• Represent MLA values
• Report to Director of Studies
• 6 days per week (Monday to Saturday)
• Residential employment available from late June – mid-August

REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Must have a UK passport/right to work in the UK, and a valid DBS (England & Wales) or PVG (Scotland).
• Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references.
• EFL experience teaching teenagers
• Be proficient in the use of IT
• DELTA / Trinity DipTESOL / MA TESOL completed (or in progress if you have a TEFL Level 5 certificate)
• PGCE/PGCE PCET: Post Graduate Certificate in Education with ELT/TESOL
• Master’s degrees (MA/MSc etc) in ELT/TESOL or related subjects are also accepted.

Desirable

• EFL Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in the UK
• Teacher Management experience
• First Aid Qualification

Person Specification

• Ability to develop positive relationships with students
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
• Be committed to continuous personal and professional development.
• Team player
• Self-motivated and passionate about driving up standards in teaching and learning

SCHEDULE
Residential ADoS contracts a 6-day week with one 24-hour period off per week are based on up to 42 working hours over a 7-day session.

COMPENSATION
From GBP 510 to GBP 535 per week, plus 12.07% holiday (GBP 572 to GBP 600 per week)

MLA REPUTATION & CODE OF CONDUCT
Actively support MLA in its mission to provide top quality programmes.

MLA EQUALITY STATEMENT
MLA Move Language Ahead is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.