Summer 2026 Centre Manager
- United Kingdom: London, Oxford, Surrey.
- Bucksmore Education
- Experience: 2 YEARS
- Number of positions: 2
- Short Term/Summer job, Residential
- Applicant must have right to work in United Kingdom.
Details of Position
The CM is in charge of all aspects of the centre, from managing finance, budgets, staffing and accommodation, dealing with clients and liaising with College staff. Forming the head of each senior management team the CM will directly line manage and work closely with an Academic manager and an Activities manager to ensure the smooth and successful day to day running of the centre. The CM is the Safeguarding Lead for the centre, and will undergo Safeguarding specific training for this responsibility.
It is a challenging but rewarding opportunity.
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 Head of Operations. Bucksmore will exercise this right reasonably.
- Ensuring that all necessary materials and equipment are in place at the centre in time for opening.
- Provide a comprehensive induction day for all staff that ensures they have a good overview of their roles at the
centre, and the performance expectations.
- Hold regular meetings with all staff to ensure that the running of the centre is efficient and up to Bucksmores high standards in all aspects of the academic and activity programme.
- Hold regular meetings with the appropriate college administrative staff (e.g., catering (meal numbers, dietaries) and accommodation managers) to allow for the smooth running of the centre.
- Liaise with the Head Office in respect of student numbers/expected arrivals departures or cancelations.
- Ensure that staff payroll is submitted on time, in accordance to the dates specified by the Recruitment Manager.
- Liaise with Head Office in respect of staff pay details.
- Manage the centre budget and petty cash, ensuring that the weekly finance and administration report is completed
and sent to Head Office on time.
- Manage student pocket money and update payment ledger accurately.
- Work with other Senior Staff, to maintain staff and student discipline.
- Maintaining control over student security
- The Centre Manager is the Safeguarding Lead at the centres (with support from the Bucksmore Designated
Safeguarding Lead) and has the responsibility of monitoring the MyConcern App and taking responsible and appropriate action where necessary or in consultation with the Bucksmore DSL.
- Upon arrival, the CM is responsible for students being allocated to their rooms quickly and efficiently.
- Upon departure, CM is responsible for inspecting all the rooms for damage and any damages recorded.
- Monitoring staff levels and ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained, in consultation with the
Bucksmore Head Office.
- Shutting down the centre at the end of the course, returning all materials and equipment to Head Office.
- Provide an end-of-course report to Head Office.
- Ensure all staff receive an appraisal meeeting and these are passed to HR at Head Office.
- During working hours, devoting their time, attention and abilities to the business and affairs of the centre and not act in any way that may bring Bucksmore Education into disrepute.
Qualifications
commencing employment.
- Native or native level English speaker
- Management experience in a residential environment with young people
such as a school, university, summer school or similar environment
- Experience of working with young learners and delivering a programme of
study for young learners
- Proficiency in standard office software and data management
- Experience working with international students, familiarity with cultural
differences, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds
Salary and Benefits
All meals are provided
Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (and a police check if you reside outside the UK).
You will also need to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or driving licence, for our records.
Bucksmore will cover the upfront cost of the Enhanced DBS check (currently £49.50) and the DBS Update Service subscription (currently £13).
50% of the total cost will be reclaimed from your first pay run.
If you return to work with us in subsequent years, you must maintain your Update Service subscription. Failure to do so will mean you are responsible for the full cost of a new Enhanced DBS check.
Job Location
Job Summary
Bucksmore Education is seeking inspiring, dynamic Centre Managers to lead our unforgettable, BC-accredited EFL, Leadership, and Pre-University summer programmes for students aged 10-17.
Be part of an international community, create lasting memories, and make a real impact in prestigious residential centres across the UK during summer 2026.
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