HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, fill the Language in Action application form you find on our website or go to the link via Apply button below and fill the Language in Action application form.

Please note: Applications will be considered only after the Language in Action application form is completed. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.


At Language in Action, we provide students with the English skills and speaking confidence they need to get the most out of their experience in Manchester and well beyond.

Our Senior Teachers will play a large part in producing a learning experience that exceeds the expectations of the students and clients. They are responsible for all academic aspects of the centre, including managing and developing the teaching team, organising placement tests, scheduling of classes, teaching when necessary, implementing the academic programme and all administration as required. They are responsible for the welfare and safeguarding of all students in the classrooms and during other activities.


Dates:
London: From 23rd June to 19th August (depending on centre 6-8 weeks)
Manchester: From 3rd July to 14th August (6 weeks)

School locations:
London: Bloomsbury, Middlesex, UEL, Wembley, Colindale, CONEL
Manchester: University of Manchester


Be a role model for teachers in terms of providing an excellent standard of teaching inside the classroom and maintaining a high morale and positive attitude outside of the classroom.
Attend a training day, or days, before the start of the course, and thereafter attend any staff meetings considered necessary by the management team.
Prepare registers, class lists, records of work, and all paperwork required by teaching staff to comply with British Council requirements.
Be available to teaching staff during lesson times, before and after lessons.
Carry out daily classroom rounds every morning to check student attendance and follow the appropriate procedure in the event of a missing student.
Organise placement tests for students on arrival, the marking of tests and the efficient streaming of students into classes based on test results. Please be aware that this may well involve weekend and evening working.
Assign teachers to classes and classrooms, taking into account each teachers skillset, preference and experience.
Assist DoS in recruiting teachers in case of need according to Academic Manager guidelines.
Compile and post timetables and remain in clear and open communication with the teaching team.
Assist in Group Leader welcome meetings and remain available to Group Leaders at specified and agreed times.
Monitor teachers' timekeeping and appearance and take appropriate action when necessary.
Give support, guidance, and advice to teachers, as necessary.
Ensure that all lessons are covered by an appropriate member of the teaching staff, and if necessary, depending on staff levels and student numbers, teach or help arrange cover teaching when required.
Maintain accurate records of the hours worked by teachers and pass this information to the Academic Manager on a weekly basis.
Ensure that teachers are aware of activity programmes and use any excursion preparation material available before students go on excursions.
Assist DOS/Academic Manager in working out a profitable timetabling for the centre maximizing the number of students in line with British Council regulations and Language in Action standards.
Play an active role in Student Leaving Ceremonies and ensure all students have a leaving certificate of achievement before they leave.
Take part in social activities and events and motivate the Academic team to participate in activities, excursions and as well as LiA events.
Manage teaching materials, office supplies and resources. Ensure that teachers have access to materials and technology required for their lessons.
When required, the Senior Teacher will deputise for the DoS when the DoS is absent. In the case where there is a centre without a DoS, the Senior Teacher will assume greater responsibility with the support of the Academic Manager as the acting DoS of that centre.
Prepare and update the academic element of LiA notice boards and signs around the centre to ensure students, leaders and staff are kept informed of the academic programme and that an LiA academic presence is visible on campus.
Ensure that all academic administration is completed by all teachers in a professional and timely manner. If not, take appropriate action (usually advising the DOS/Academic Manager is the first step).
Be involved in any activity necessary for the smooth running of the centre and to improve students experience.

Safeguarding and General duties and responsibilities

Act in a professional and appropriate manner with all LiA/Malvern Internationals agents, clients, students, activity leaders, host campus staff and other LiA staff
Undergo online Safeguarding Training (Level 1) and online training for Prevent before the commencement of employment.
Read, be fully conversant with, and act in accordance with the staff handbook, company policies, relevant Child Protection documents and all risk assessments prior to the start of the period of employment.
Ensure that the companys health and safety guidelines are followed on and around campus.
Ensure that teachers and students adhere to the code of conduct laid down by the company and report any incidents of misbehaviour to the appropriate member of staff.
Be involved in any activity necessary for the smooth running of the centre and to improve students experience.
Attend Fire drills on school premises and supervise students according to DoS guidelines.
Be a positive and professional role model for the students, representative of the core values of Language in Action
Supervise students during lessons and during breaks, and anytime its necessary.
Work in accordance with safeguarding policy and apply it to all activities.
Check all students are present in class and report to DoS/Centre Manager any absence, according to absence procedure.
Liaise with DoS/Academic Manager daily to report any issue with students.