Assistant Director of Studies (Summer) and EFL Teacher (Year-round)
We are looking for an experienced academic professional to join our team in a dual-role position. During the summer, you will be Assistant Director of Studies, leading our vibrant summer programme. Outside the summer period, you will teach EFL courses and support the Director of Studies with the day-to-day operation of our academic programmes.
Key facts
Location
- Bournemouth, UK
Reporting to
- Director of Studies, EFL programmes
Type of contract
- Fixed term annual contract, renewable
Anticipated start date
- ASAP, preferably April 2026
Deadline for applications
- 15th April 2026
Interviews will commence
- ASAP
Successful appointment will be dependent upon
- Enhanced DBS check
- Confirmation of right to work in the UK
- Satisfactory references
Summer role
As Assistant Director of Studies, you will ensure the smooth running of our summer programme and maintain the exceptionally high academic standards Kings Education is known for.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Produce weekly timetables and coordinate with all departments and stakeholders
- Ensure consistency across teaching and learning, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation
- Support staff development, including CPD, and support seasonal or temporary teachers and administrators
- Cover as delegated, duties for the Director of Studies during his/her absence
Duties and Responsibilities:
As an EFL Teacher outside the summer period you will:
- Teach engaging, student-centred EFL lessons to international students on adult and Study Tours programmes
- Support the Director of Studies with aspects of day-to-day academic management and operational duties
- Assist and support the teaching team to maintain high standards and promote professional development
- Contribute to maintaining and developing teaching quality across the school
It is understood that this list is not exhaustive and that the duties of the Assistant Director of Studies are likely to change and develop with experience and the evolving needs of the college
Person Specification
Applicants must be able to demonstrate:
- an excellent up-to-date knowledge of content, syllabus and assessment of the courses delivered in the EFL department;
- a student-centred approach to learning at all times;
- a proven track record in leadership and management;
- a commitment to the effective teaching of language learners and have highly effective communication skills for dealing with international students;
- professional behaviour and present a professional image at all times;
- the ability to manage communications and administrative tasks effectively and efficiently;
- that they are an excellent contributor and team worker;
- Level 7 ESOL Qualification such as DELTA or DipTESOL
- A first degree in your specialist subject
Desirable attributes include:
- being IT literate and able to able to use technology efficiently and effectively in the delivery of the subject;
- being innovative, flexible and interested in professional development and departmental improvement;
1 Kings English in the UK, Kings Young Learners in the UK and Kings Colleges delivery of GCSE and A-level programmes operates through Prime Education Colleges Limited (registered company number 17106561). Registered Office: One Gloucester Place, Brighton, BN1 4AA, England.
2 Kings Colleges and Transnational delivery of foundation programmes operates through Prime Education Pathways Limited (Registered company number: 17106563). Registered Office: One Gloucester Place, Brighton, BN1 4AA, England.
3 Kings English in the US, Kings Young Learners in the US and Kings Premium Universities products operate through the following entities, which are part of the Espalier Ventures Limited group:Prime Education and Training (U.S.A.) Limited, Jurisdiction / State Filing Number: 3168018 (California), EIN / Tax Number: 26-392475, Registered / Principal Address: 1555 Cassil Place, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Kings Colleges (USA), LLC, Jurisdiction / State Filing Number: 201126210036 (California), EIN / Tax Number: 35-2429575, Registered / Principal Address: 1555 Cassil Place, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Kings Education (Boston), LLC, Jurisdiction / State Filing Number: 201156240810 (Massachusetts), EIN / Tax Number: 30-0705448, Registered / Principal Address: c/o Bay State Corporate Services, Inc., 6 Beacon Street, Suite 510, Boston, MA 02108 Kings NY I LLC, Jurisdiction / State Filing Number: 4205155 (New York DOS ID), EIN / Tax Number: 097273KXK, Registered / Principal Address: 6301 Riverdale Ave, Riverdale NY 10471 | Kings Colleges Wisconsin, LLC, Jurisdiction / State Filing Number: K049802 (Wisconsin), EIN / Tax Number: 35-2608359, Registered / Principal Address: 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901.
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