EFL Teacher in Southend-on-Sea

Are you a dedicated EFL teacher in search of a rewarding summer position? Hold a TEFL or CELTA certificate? Look no further! Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the language skills and cultural understanding of our students. Rest assured, we provide comprehensive training and all the necessary equipment.

As an EFL teacher in one of our UK Centres, you will immerse yourself in the complete student experience, conducting dynamic English lessons in the mornings. It is imperative to ensure the well-being and diligent supervision of students, adhering rigorously to company policies. The lessons must be meticulously conducted in strict accordance with our established policies, procedures and the high standards set forth by the British Council.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and contribute to a vibrant learning community, apply now for the EFL Teacher position in one of our centres!

About the Company: Europa School of English runs fun and entertaining summer camps for our European students visiting the UK on language holidays. UK Centres for 2026 will run in Bournemouth, Exeter, Winchester and Southend-on-Sea. Students between the ages of 11 to 17 travel to our centres in the UK and take part in lessons in the mornings and trips and activities in the afternoons and evenings. Students stay in residential accommodation on site.

Job description: The role of an EFL teacher is to immerse themself in the complete student experience, conducting dynamic English lessons in the mornings. It is imperative to ensure the well-being and diligent supervision of students, adhering rigorously to company policies. The lessons must be meticulously conducted in strict accordance with our established policies, procedures and the high standards set forth by the British Council.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 weeks’ availability (preferably more) – specific dates available during interview: from 06/07/2026 until 28/08/2026 (Bournemouth), from 28/06/2026 until 14/08/2026 (Winchester), from 06/07/2026 until 31/07/2026 (Exeter), from 06/07/2026 until 07/08/2026 (Southend-on-Sea).
• Currently living in UK and/or eligible to work in UK.
• University degree and a level 5 (Ofqual accredited) TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or a TRINITY.
• Experience and interest in working with teenagers, ability to lead and motivate young people.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, ability to work independently and under pressure.
• 2 up-to-date references (which will be checked).
• Participation in Safeguarding training (provided by us).
• DBS certificate or police clearance (not older than 1 year) - to be paid for by us if not available.

Responsibilities:

• Teach English in line with our syllabus (four 45min lessons a day (Monday-Friday, 9.00-10.15, 10.45-12.30).
• Prepare classes for different levels and manage your groups effectively.
• Plan and deliver fun and appropriate lessons using both the Europa School of English syllabus and Schemes of work and any supplementary materials.
• Keep accurate records of work of your lessons.
• Manage student attendance via the online App system.
• Attend the online induction and training session(s) before starting to work with us.
• Participate in weekly teacher meetings during the break time.
• Take part in teacher observations and brief feedback sessions conducted by our Teaching Coordinator.
• Participate actively in any continuing professional development sessions made available to you.
• Familiarise yourself with the company policies and procedures regarding safeguarding and student welfare.
• Evaluate students' language knowledge and advise them on how to improve their language skills on their own.
• Reflect critically on the school syllabus for developmental purposes.
• Show an awareness of the issues surrounding the teaching of English to young learners.
• Take immediate action (student complaints, damage reports) by reporting them to the Teaching Coordinator.

Remuneration:

• TEFLi/TEFLQ qualified teachers: £18.74 per hour for contact-based teaching (3h a day – 09.00-10.15, 10.45-12.30). £12.71 per hour for admin work: 0.75h a day (8.45-9.00, 10.15-10.45) & 0.5h every Thursday (12.30-13.00). Usual weekly rate is £335.12 (£281.10 for lessons + £54.02 for admin work).
• Teachers with alternative relevant qualifications: £17.59 per hour for contact-based teaching (3h a day – 09.00-10.15, 10.45-12.30). £12.71 per hour for admin work: 0.75h a day (8.45-9.00, 10.15-10.45) & 0.5h every Thursday (12.30-13.00). Usual weekly rate is £317.87 (£263.85 for lessons + £54.02 for admin work).
• Travel expenses may be paid upon agreement and dependent on location.
• On-site parking available.
• Free tea, coffee and refreshments available during break time.

Europa School of English is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and contractors. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Safeguarding our young students is the most important priority for our school and as such no contracts will be awarded without full ID checks, references and appropriate police/DBS checks (paid for by employer if necessary).