Buckswood Overseas Summer School (BOSS) is not just a great experience for students, it is a great place to work. We look for people who commit fully, step forward instead of hiding, listen well, pitch in without being asked, support others, solve problems, and work as a genuine team. If you bring these qualities, a positive outlook and a sense of humour, you will fit in.

Course Dates

Spring: 27 March to 18 April
Summer: 25 June to 15 August
(Induction included and paid)

About BOSS

We are a British Council accredited residential summer school based at Buckswood School near Hastings. Students aged 8 to 17 join our balanced programme of:

• 15 hours of English lessons
• 5 hours of Leadership training
• Leadership Skills Foundation Young Leader Award
• Trinity GESE exam
• Two full day and two half day excursions each week
• Afternoon and evening activities
• Full board accommodation and weekly laundry
• New for 2026: 50 Things to Do at BOSS challenge
• BOSS welcome pack including wristband, diary, t shirt and bucket hat

The Role

This is a residential position combining teaching, supervision and involvement in our activities and excursions.

• Up to 20 hours of teaching per week
• Minimum 5 hours of planning time
• Activity and excursion duties (up to 23 hours)
• Total weekly schedule: 48 hours
• Clear timetables and full support from management
• One and a half days off per week

Teachers can opt in for additional paid work. Extra teaching is paid at £20 per hour and extra non teaching duties at £12.71 per hour.

You will take an active role in safeguarding, supervise students around campus, assist with arrivals, lead activities, supervise excursions and contribute to the smooth running of the course.

Requirements

• CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, B.Ed. (Modern Languages) or PGCE Primary
• Qualifications must include observed teaching practice
• Experience with young learners preferred but not essential
• Energy, reliability, flexibility and a genuine commitment to student welfare

Safeguarding & Recruitment

We follow strict safer recruitment procedures. All staff must:

• Submit a full CV with gaps explained
• Provide two references
• Complete a Child Protection Self Declaration
• Undergo an enhanced DBS / overseas police check
• Have the right to work in the UK

Equal Opportunities

We welcome staff from all backgrounds. Selection is based solely on suitability for the role.

Shortlisted applicants will be sent a full job description and an application form.

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