Senior EFL Summer School Teacher (Residential/Non-residential) Summer 2026

Join CATS Global Schools to apply for the Senior EFL Summer School Teacher (Residential/Non-Residential) role in the Summer 2026 program. Ready to take the next step in your teaching career this summer? The Senior Teacher role is ideal if you’re looking to earn while developing your EFL leadership skills. As a Senior Teacher, you’ll play an essential part in supporting our Assistant Director of Studies, Director of Studies, and the wider teaching team. Your guidance and expertise will help ensure smooth, high-quality lesson delivery and a collaborative, positive academic environment.

With small class sizes, provided teaching materials, ongoing CPD, regular observations and appraisals, you’ll be supported by an experienced and dedicated academic management team throughout your contract.

What does the role involve?

We are a leading provider of summer school study holidays, welcoming over 6,000 young learners (aged 8‑17) from around the world each summer. Our mission is to help students improve their English through engaging classroom lessons and a lively program of activities and excursions. We believe that learning extends beyond the classroom, and that’s why we’re committed to creating an unforgettable summer experience for everyone.

Locations:

• Bournemouth
• Cambridge
• Northampton
• Uxbridge
• Oakham
• Canterbury
• York
• Central London (must be residential)

Contracts:

46‑week contracts running between 20 June and 9 August 2026, depending on location. You must be available throughout July. Dates are somewhat flexible. Optional full‑board accommodation is available at most centres.

Hours:

42 hours per week over 6 days (usually Monday to Saturday). This includes 15 or 30 hours teaching plus additional duties such as assisting the DoS, student welfare time, and leading excursions/activities as required.

Pay:

£624.59 per week + holiday entitlement for residential positions
£664.55 per week + holiday entitlement for non‑residential positions
Rates in Canterbury available upon request. Loyalty payments (£20 per week) are paid at the end of your contract. For shorter hours or more flexibility, refer to our EFL teaching role (16+ hours per week).

Qualifications & Experience:

• CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or PGCE in Primary or English Literature or MFL (essential)
• 3 years of full‑time teaching experience
• Previous experience working in a summer school (highly desirable)
• Degree or equivalent (preferred)
• DELTA/DipTESOL or equivalent MA qualification (desirable)
• Experience teaching with Interactive Whiteboards and digital platforms (preferred)
• Experience in Trinity GESE exam preparation (desirable)
• Experience working with young learners
• Collaboration skills and passion for teaching EFL
• Working knowledge of safeguarding practices
• Right to work in the UK (must already have)

About CATS Global Schools:

CATS Global Schools (CGS) is part of Stafford House, a group with over 70 years of experience in providing international students with English language study experiences in the UK. Stafford House includes two brands: Stafford House International and Stafford House Study Holidays. Stafford House offers seven study locations within the UK, providing a wide range of courses including English Language, creative art & design, sports, and academic preparation.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

All positions require satisfactory completion of safe recruitment pre‑employment checks in line with UK guidelines. Shortlisted candidates will complete a criminal declaration form prior to interview and undergo online checks, including social media checks, an enhanced DBS check (covered by CATS Global Schools), references, and, where applicable, overseas police checks.

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity:

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Building on our core values of pioneering, persevering, and people, we deliver events, guest speakers, and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools an employer of choice for all.

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What are you waiting for? We look forward to hearing from you. Good luck!