Director of Studies – English Programs

Uniting Holding; Waterford; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniting Holding is seeking an Academic Manager to lead the academic department, oversee learner management, teacher support and development, and ensure smooth operational policies and processes.

The role focuses on curriculum oversight, assessment framework development, staff induction, student issue handling, and regular teacher development activities, reporting to senior management in Dublin.

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree Level (QQI Level 7 or equivalent).
• DELTA, Trinity Diploma in TESOL.
• MA in ELT / TESOL (provided that they meet the validation, entry requirements, teaching practice and input criteria).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the existing curricula and syllabi for all English language programmes.
• Oversee the existing assessment framework for all English language programmes.
• Develop assessment materials and review weekly lesson plans for alignment with the curriculum.
• Induct new English language teaching staff and address student complaints under the ISE policy.
• Organise and report peer reviews; establish and maintain a routine of teacher observations.
• Provide support to new/inexperienced teachers and conduct teaching staff appraisals.
• Attend meetings with the Chief Executive and Board of Management; ensure resources meet needs.
• Coordinate with ISE Sales & Marketing on new course offerings and maintain staff/students openness.

Education

Degree Level (QQI Level 7 or equivalent)

DELTA, Trinity Diploma in TESOL

MA in ELT / TESOL

Job description

Uniting Holding is seeking an Academic Manager to lead the academic department, oversee learner management, teacher support and development, and ensure smooth operational policies and processes.

The role focuses on curriculum oversight, assessment framework development, staff induction, student issue handling, and regular teacher development activities, reporting to senior management in Dublin.