Summer School Director of Studies - Academic Lead

Wishford Schools; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking qualified Directors of Studies for Summer 2026 to manage academic teams across their summer schools. Responsibilities include overseeing the teaching rota, ensuring quality teaching, arranging level testing for students, and supporting teachers. Ideal candidates will hold TEFLQ qualifications and have experience in academic management, ensuring a supportive learning environment. The role is residential with long working hours and offers a competitive weekly wage, along with accommodations and training benefits.

Benefits

Accommodation

Free parking on site

Fully paid DBS check

Advanced safeguarding training

First aid training

Qualifications

• Advanced safeguarding qualification.
• TEFLI qualification (CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or similar).
• TEFLQ qualification (DELTA, Trinity DipTESOL or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage academic teams and deliver outstanding learning experiences.
• Oversee teaching rota based on students' learning needs.
• Ensure quality assurance of teaching standards.
• Arrange level testing for students prior to classing.
• Seek feedback from students and act on it.
• Ensure students receive progress reports.
• Oversee academic administration tasks including registers.
• Manage teaching resources and monitor their replenishment.
• Participate in staff and student management.

Skills

Fluent English language skills (native or CEFR C2)

Experience working with children

Experience overseeing a high quality summer school centre

Previous experience in a mentoring or academic management position

Education

TEFLQ qualification (DELTA, Trinity DipTESOL or similar)

TEFLI qualification (CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or similar)

Advanced safeguarding qualification

First Aid training

Job description

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking qualified Directors of Studies for Summer 2026 to manage academic teams across their summer schools. Responsibilities include overseeing the teaching rota, ensuring quality teaching, arranging level testing for students, and supporting teachers. Ideal candidates will hold TEFLQ qualifications and have experience in academic management, ensuring a supportive learning environment. The role is residential with long working hours and offers a competitive weekly wage, along with accommodations and training benefits.