Director of Studies
Location: Eastbourne

Key Responsibilities
- Line management responsibility for Senior Teachers and EFL Teachers. Lead and manage a
team of EFL Teachers and Senior Teachers, monitor their performance, provide support and
guidance, contribute to their professional development, and conduct staff reviews and
appraisals.
- Ensure the delivery of an outstanding academic programme, which is delivered competently,
diligently, and safely by checking lesson plans, conducting observations, and monitoring
student participation.
- Ensure EFL Teachers follow Twins syllabus and deliver high-quality lessons that develop
students' language skills, increase vocabulary, build confidence and fluency in English, and
provide insight into English culture.
- Ensure teachers execute lessons in an inclusive, motivational, and inspirational way,
promoting good conduct and creating a positive learning environment.
- Cover for teacher absences when required.
- Organise, manage, and deliver weekly Placement Tests for new students to ensure
correct class placement.
- Create and manage classes, assign teachers, and undertake administrative tasks for a smooth
academic programme.
- Ensure weekly progress checks are conducted to confirm students' correct level and improvement.
- Organise, manage, and store paperwork related to the academic programme.
- Ensure teachers write inspiring, personalised, and error-free end-of-course reports.
- Monitor and manage students' conduct and behaviour to promote a harmonious
international community.
- Ensure students' physical and emotional well-being and report any concerns to the Operations Manager
- Assist with the day-to-day running of the centre, covering the management office, and
supporting the Operations Manager.
- Assist with the day- to-day running of the International Foundation year programme and
all other specialised programmes.
- Work closely with the academic, sales and operations team and other stakeholders to
manage and oversee the completion and submission of all documents for inspections
purposes.
- Ensure compliance with the Teaching and Learning section of the British Council and other
inspection bodies criteria to maintain high industry standards and accreditation.

Summer Seasonal Academics responsibilities
Curriculum development and resources
Seasonal programme management
Leadership, management and training of all direct reports and associated roles
Student welfare and engagement
Quality Assurance and reporting
Identify regional skills gaps and workforce development needs.
Develop and implement programmes tailored to industry demands and aligned to contract KPIs.
Work with stakeholders to ensure programmes align with national, regional and local skills policies and
business needs.
Monitor trends in regional and local labour markets and emerging skill requirements.

Cambridge DELTA

University Degree in any discipline

DELTA/Trinity Dip. TESOL (or AccreditationUK recognised equivalent)