Job Description

Directors of Studies on Bucksmore courses are responsible for delivery of Academic programmes, the academic management and organisation of the centre. They work to ensure the curriculum is delivered effectively and meets the standards set out by the Head office Academic Manager (in direct line management) and our accrediting bodies (e.g. British Council). Furthermore, as one of the three principle senior members of staff, the role works closely with the Centre Manager to aid the smooth and effective running of the centre. Both the Director of Studies and Activity Manager line manage the residential staff so good communication with the Activity Manager and administrative staff will ensure the most effective use of staff time outside of teaching duties.

The list below summarises the key tasks of the role and is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be undertaken as those can be varied from time to time at the discretion of the Centre Manager, Bucksmore Academic Manager and Head Office Team. Bucksmore will exercise this right reasonably. Director of Studies (DoS) Bucksmore Academic Senior Manager, The Centre Manager and Head Office staff All EFLFoundation and Academic Development Courses

Organising the testing, placement and induction of students where required Providing support and guidance to teachers, including leading the teacher induction and running CPD sessions where relevant Time-tabling classes, helping with lesson planning and allocating Counsellors or relevant teaching staff to teach appropriate classes and levels Effectively manage materials and resources Maintain academic administration as set out by the Bucksmore Head Office Academic Manager Carrying out lesson observation and feedback and end of course staff appraisals Teaching as required to meet operational demands Ensuring quality of academic sessions, and all end of course student reports are completed at the appropriate times Assisting the Centre Manager in the set-up and shut down of the centre, including ensuring all teaching resources are in place and at the end of the course are returned to Head Office Assisting the Centre Manager in the day to day running of the centre, including standing in for the Centre Manager in their absence Assisting with the induction, meeting and greeting of new arrivals Supervise student wake-ups and bed-times with the centre management team Planning, implementing and running weekly academic group projects and project presentations Cooperating with accrediting organisations, such as the British Council, to help ensure successful accreditation inspections Speaking to students, Bucksmore agents and parents about academic matters when necessary Arrange peer observations and cover for the duration of peer observation Assist with safeguarding protocols as and when required Ensuring that the Bucksmore policies and procedures are kept and exceeded Leadership, managing and supporting staff, and creating a positive and engaging academic culture.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience:

Native or native level English speaker Experience of working in a residential summer or boarding school, or similar environment in a management role DELTA, Trinity Dip TESOL, Masters in either TESOL, ELT or Applied Linguistics A sound knowledge and experience of teaching 8-18 year olds or age groups specific to centre Proficiency in standard office software, data management and educational tools Experience working with international students, and familiarity with cultural differences and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

This role is residential with accommodation and meals provided.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 weeks

Pay: 811.00-998.00 per week

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 26/06/2025