About the Role

International Language Services Ltd is recruiting an experienced Director of Studies for a fully residential English language programme at the University of Nottingham's University Park Campus.

The programme will host 80 Saudi male students aged 11 to 17, accompanied by 18 client supervisors, from 5 to 31 July 2026. English lessons are delivered Monday to Friday mornings, with students studying in five classes grouped by level. ILS does not deliver an activity programme as the client supervisors deliver an afternoon training and sports programme to the students.

The Director of Studies will lead all aspects of academic delivery, managing a team of five teachers and ensuring the programme is delivered to a high professional standard. The role also forms part of the senior leadership team and works closely with the Centre Manager to support the overall operation of the programme.

Programme Overview

• Dates: 5 July to 31 July 2026
• Location: University of Nottingham, University Park Campus
• Students: 80 Saudi male students aged 11 to 17
• Staff Team: 5 EFL Teachers, 1 Director of Studies, 1 Centre Manager
• Accommodation: Single en-suite rooms in Ancaster Hall
• Teaching: 15 hours per week of English language tuition delivered Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the academic programme throughout the summer
• Induct, support and supervise the teaching team
• Organise student placement testing and class allocation
• Monitor teaching quality through observations, feedback and teacher support
• Oversee timetabling, attendance records, reports, certificates and academic administration
• Ensure lessons are communicative, engaging and appropriate for the student profile
• Lead teacher meetings and maintain clear communication within the academic team
• Handle academic queries and classroom issues professionally and efficiently
• Work closely with the Centre Manager on all aspects of programme delivery
• Support wider centre operations where required, including safeguarding, welfare and operational problem solving
• Act as academic lead during arrivals, placement procedures and the end-of-course celebration
• Help ensure the programme is delivered in accordance with client expectations and contractual commitments

The Director of Studies and Centre Manager operate as a collaborative leadership team and are expected to provide support and cover for one another where required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous Director of Studies, Assistant Director of Studies or equivalent academic management experience
• Experience teaching English as a Foreign Language in a UK summer school setting
• CELTA, Trinity TESOL or equivalent recognised TEFL qualification
• Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Understanding of safeguarding, welfare and health and safety procedures in an under-18 environment
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desireable
* DELTA or equivalent

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £2,937.50 plus 12.07% holiday pay
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Ongoing support

What We Offer

• Competitive summer salary
• Single en-suite accommodation on campus
• Full board meals throughout the contract
• Modern teaching facilities within the University's School of Humanities
• Beautiful green campus environment with accommodation and teaching facilities within walking distance
• Opportunity to lead the academic delivery of a high-profile international residential programme

Degree Required

Teaching experience: 5 years

Cambridge CELTA