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ACADEMIC MANAGER- WE WANT YOU!

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  • United Kingdom: London UCL.
  • ALPADIA Language Schools
  • Experience: 1 YEAR
  • Number of positions: 1
  • Degree Required
  • Short Term/Summer job, Residential

Job Summary

Details of Position

ALPADIAs mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students and staff.

Our vision for your employment is an exciting opportunity to grow your professional and personal skills as an educator and youth practitioner.

Deepen your understanding of child development by applying solution-focused Positive Behaviour Support strategies and conflict resolution techniques to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment.

Stay ahead in the field of education and youth practice with our professional development programme designed to advance your career.

You will get the opportunity to work in an international team of like-minded, positive people who are dedicated to making a difference through their work.

ALPADIA employment reflects our values of integrity, support, diversity, knowledge growth, and opportunity.

In 2024 we welcomed 64 different student nationalities to the UK and we are proud of creating this uniquely diverse working environment for our staff members.

The role will involve taking overall control of the English Language Teaching in the Camp, ensuring it is of a high standard and EFL Teacher are supported to deliver high quality lessons.

General responsibilities:

Be responsible for the overall management of the camps academic department.

Ensure that all classes are correctly staffed, and that both internal and external guidelines are met with regards to student/teacher ratios.

Deploy teachers based on their skills and experience, ensuring alignment with student characteristics (level, age, nationality), classroom setup and course requirements.

Ensure that academic files, including academic planners, test results level changes, observation forms and staff records are filled out promptly and kept up to date.

Prepare end-of-course certificates for all our students, including tailored remarks from the teachers.

Ensure all lessons start and finish on time.

Ensure all classrooms are ready and set up for lessons every day.

Liaise with the Welfare Manager to ensure all students are attending the morning academic programme.

Monitor student attendance and punctuality; address any issues of absence or lateness promptly.

Lead a daily Teachers Meeting, minuting important points raised and discussing as appropriate.

Attend weekly inter-camp academic meetings.

Be responsible for Day One organisation (including testing and induction for new students where necessary).

Collect weekly teacher and student feedback.

Ensure all ICT equipment is fully functioning prior to the start of camp and assist Teachers in the use of it.

Work with other managers to ensure classes are covered in case of Teacher sickness or absence.

Be proactive about both your personal and professional development including attendance, completion of all compulsory training sessions and to actively participate in any training offered.

Liaise with the Camp Manager, Welfare Manager and the Activity Manager to ensure the smooth running of the camp.

Read, understand, and sign any relevant risk assessments as required.

Undertake other duties as deemed necessary by your line manager.


London Central- London UCL

23/06/2025 - 08/08/2025

Check us out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SLMsnXzJVc

Qualifications

Essential:
Level 6 Qualification - Examples: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels.
TEFLQ Status Examples: DELTA, Trinity Dip. TESOL, MA/MSc in ELT/TESOL/Applied Linguistics or equivalent.
3 years of EFL teaching experience.
Experience in teaching a variety of levels.
A sound knowledge and experience of teaching 10 to 17-year-old students.

Desirable:
Level 7 or Level 8 Qualification - Examples: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
DELTM or equivalent
Experience in summer schools (or similar structures preferred)
Educational management experience in a summer or residential setting
Experience in management in EFL (or similar educational environment)
Experience in managing a team
Experience in teacher development and conducting teacher observations

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary
A Monday to Friday timetable, with working hours between 08:00 and 16:30
An unforgettable experience in a dynamic atmosphere
An international working environment
Attractive bonus options for returners and the possibility of career progression
Paid training is provided, offering support and development to help you succeed in this role.

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Join ALPADIA's team to create an unforgettable summer 2025. Were looking for motivated individuals who can inspire and engage young students while enjoying a rewarding and educational experience themselves.
As an Academic Manager, you will take charge of delivering our English programs at ALPADIA, leading and supporting the teaching team to uphold high standards and effectively manage teacher/student ratios. You'll oversee English language instructions at our camp ensuring quality


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