Summer School Assistant Centre Manager

Ihteachenglish; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and innovative educational institution is seeking an Assistant Centre Manager for its summer school program. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre, focusing on student welfare and safety while providing leadership and support to staff. With a commitment to creating memorable experiences, the position offers a unique opportunity to work in a multicultural environment, engaging with students from diverse backgrounds. The role includes managing daily operations, addressing inquiries, and maintaining high standards of service. Join a passionate team dedicated to fostering a positive learning atmosphere and enhancing your professional skills.

Benefits

Free Meals & Refreshments

Accommodation Included

Excursions

Professional Growth

International Experience

Qualifications

• GCSE standard education or equivalent required.
• CELTA/DELTA or similar teaching qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Manager in daily operations.
• Ensure student welfare and safety during activities.
• Liaise with parents and group leaders regarding student issues.

Skills

Proficient English speaker

Strong communication skills

Experience working with children

Team leadership

Financial management

Customer service

Education

GCSE standard (5 A*-C grades, including English and Maths)

CELTA/DELTA qualification or similar

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Apply By

4 May 2025

Start Date

July – August 2025

Duration or End Date

2 to 6 weeks

• Educated to GCSE standard (5 A*-C grades, including English and Maths) or equivalent.
• Proficient English speaker with strong communication skills.
• IT literate (with a focus on Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience working with children, ideally in a residential or educational environment.
• Experience in team leadership and people management.
• CELTA/DELTA qualification or similar teaching qualifications.
• Experience in financial management or cash handling.
• Experience working with mixed nationality students.
• Residential experience and familiarity with customer service in a group setting.

Job Description

Location: Oxford

Dates: July – August 2025

At International House London, we are excited to invite you to join our team for the upcoming Young Learner summer season.

International House London has been running summer schools since 2011 across the UK. We are proud to be accredited by the British Council and International House World Organisation. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff and have strong Vision, Mission, and Values beliefs. We prioritise the safety, happiness, and well-being of our students to create memorable experiences for all involved. We actively offer professional development and skills training to our staff and are proud to have a community of returning staff with regular returners year on year. Over half of our 2024 cohort are hoping to return in 2025. In our very successful 2024 British Council inspection, strengths were highlighted in the following areas: strategic and quality management, staff management, student administration, premises and facilities, learning resources, academic staff profile, academic management, course design, teaching, care of students, accommodation, and leisure opportunities.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our summer school centre. You will work closely with the Centre Manager to oversee all aspects of the centre’s day-to-day running, from supporting staff to ensuring student welfare and maintaining the highest standards of safety and service. You will also be responsible for handling enquiries from parents and group leaders, managing student behaviour, and covering the Centre Manager’s duties during their absence. Your role is integral to providing a positive and safe environment for our students, ensuring they have a memorable and enriching experience.

Camp Locations & Dates Oxford:

2nd July – 13th August 2025, International House Oxford, St Edward’s School (12–17-year olds)

Payment £882.21 week including holiday pay + paid induction.

Contract 2–6 weeks, depending on operational needs. The role requires up to 48 hours per week, typically spread over a 6 day week, with 1 full day off per week.

Key Responsibilities

Centre Management & Leadership: Support and cover for the Centre Manager, ensuring the team is well-prepared and operational guidelines are followed. Provide guidance to staff, maintaining professionalism.

Student Welfare & Safety: Ensure students' safety, well-being, and enjoyment during activities. Foster a respectful and inclusive environment, monitor behaviour, and enforce appropriate consequences. Adhere to safeguarding policies.

Communication & External Relations: Liaise with group leaders, parents, and agents, addressing queries and concerns. Manage student disciplinary issues and report welfare or safeguarding concerns to the welfare team or Head Office. Organise student assemblies and meetings with group leaders.

Operational Support: Coordinate with Head Office on student arrivals and departures, ensuring smooth transitions. Prepare accommodation in collaboration with the centre administrator and support staff on transfer days.

Application Information

International House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young learners. Please note that if you are successful at the interview stage, all offers are subject to two references, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, and Police Check (if living abroad) that are considered satisfactory to IH London. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to offer sponsorship. Therefore, applicants must have valid right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

International House London’s Values: Ethical, Inclusive, Innovative, Passionate, Professional

Free Meals & Refreshments: Enjoy 3 delicious meals a day, with access to tea, coffee, and snacks throughout your shift.

Accommodation Included: Stay on-site in comfortable accommodation with en-suite or shared bathroom facilities. Exciting

Excursions:Take part in organised trips and activities around the UK, exploring local attractions and cultural landmarks.

Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and boost your career.

International Experience: Work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, interacting with students and staff from all over the world, gaining valuable global experience.

About the school and city

International House London is an established and well-known language school, with over sixty years of experience in providing language courses and teacher training programmes.

Our spacious and fully equipped school is based near Covent Garden and we are a founding member of the International House World Organisation.

International House London welcomes over 8,000 language students from 150 countries each year. Our students enjoy learning in the vibrant and multicultural atmosphere of IH London.

IH London opened in 1959. We are the no.1 language school in Central London, judged by the latest British Council inspections and reported in theEL Gazette(2019). Every year wetrain over 500 new teachers and enable them to embark on exciting new journeys across the globe to inspire and teach others.

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