Director of Studies, EFL, London

The Director of Studies, EFL will manage the running of the EFL department.

Key facts

• Location: Kings in Central London, UK
• Type of contract: FT Permanent - or Interim as suits (37.5hrs)
• Reporting to: Director of Operations, UK
• Start date: 1 April 2026 or ASAP

How to apply

To apply for this position, or to request further information, please send CV and cover letter to Ed Seddon. Successful appointment will be dependent upon:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Confirmation of right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references (including confirmation of no child safeguarding concerns)

Kings is an Equal Opportunities employer and we adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of our recruitment process. It is Kings Education's policy not to communicate further with applicants other than those who are shortlisted for a position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To be responsible for tracking students’ progress, including organising Study Plans and tutorials; to then analyse and report on the data emerging.
• To manage teachers to ensure they are conducting tutorials with students in class and monitor any issues arising.
• To be responsible for the development and delivery of the English Plus courses.
• To manage the processes relating to placement testing and student inductions.
• To be responsible for classing students in Special Interest Groups and changing students’ Special Interest Groups as appropriate.
• To oversee the benchmarking process.
• To liaise with student services over non-classroom matters such as the activity programme.
• To observe teachers as directed and follow up as appropriate regarding teachers’ needs.
• To participate in the teacher development programme by assisting with or leading training workshops.
• Liaise with other managers to help the college achieve its strategic aims and the Kings Strategic Vision.
• To induct and monitor new teachers, as directed.
• To monitor classroom appearance, resources and facilities.
• To teach and cover as required.
• To ensure suitable reception cover at all EFL Reception areas.
• To draw up timetables; opening and closing classes as necessary to maintain class average sizes.
• To move students as appropriate.
• To recruit and employ temporary teachers, deal with teacher payments.
• To plan and lead staff meetings.
• To manage all members of the EFL department and develop schemes for CPD.
• To manage EFL co-ordination and administrative resources.
• To provide an academic counselling service to students, assisting them with class choice, independent study, examination administration, etc.
• To develop Schemes of Work, as directed.
• To support and promote the use of new materials, resources and technology.
• To manage all EFL processes to ensure Ofsted and British Council compliance.

It is understood that this list is not exhaustive and that the Director of Studies’ duties are likely to change and develop with experience and with the changing needs of the college.

Person Specification

Kings Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

• University degree – ideally in English or another language.
• Level 7 qualification such as DELTA, DipTESOL (or equivalent).
• Native speaker competence in English.
• Experience and knowledge of contemporary life and culture in the UK.
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Director of Studies, Senior Teacher or administrative role.
• IT literacy as the role involves extensive use of Microsoft Office programs, the college database system CLASS, information management system (ISAMS), and other computer systems the college may acquire.
• Desirably, QTS status or a relevant PGCE Level 3 Safeguarding Children.

Personal Qualities and Skills

• Good time management, organizational and administration skills.
• Flexibility to respond and adapt to the demands of the job.
• Understanding of customer service and sensitivity to different cultures.
• Ability to deal sensitively and courteously with student problems and complaints.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work well with and to lead others.
• Ability and willingness to teach or cover a range of levels.
• Ability to take initiative and to recognise when and how to do so.
• Energy and enthusiasm and a sense of humour.