Director of Studies - Residential in London

Application Deadline: 17 May 2026

Department: Year-Rounds Groups

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Summer Programmes UK

Compensation: £700 / week

Working Hours: 48 hours per week

Reports To: Centre Manager

Salary: £700 per week + holiday remuneration

Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term

Programme dates for 2026: Summer 29/06/ /08/2026

Summer - Edinburgh and Royal Holloway centres open on: 16/06/2026

Senior Staff induction: Summer from 23/06/2026

Overview

As a Director of Studies with Oxford International Junior Programmes, you will be responsible for the complete oversight of the Academic Programme at one of our residential language centres.

All candidates need to be over 18 years old, eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure Check and/or an Overseas Police Check.

Must-Haves

• Experience working with children/teenagers, ideally in a residential camp setting or similar
• Significant full-time teaching experience
• The ability to motivate and lead a diverse workforce
• A positive and flexible approach to work, along with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• A desire to work with students aged between 8-17
• The ability to demonstrate respect for equal opportunities and respect for race and diversity
• A bachelor’s degree and a DELTA, Trinity DipTESOL or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Academic duties

• Understanding, implementing, and maintaining Oxford International Junior Programmes’ academic procedures and administration.
• With administrative support from the Senior Teachers, managing and overseeing the testing, assessment, placement, and induction of students.
• Overseeing the students’ academic path from arrival (testing) to departure (certificates).
• Preparing accurate timetables, ensuring teachers are allocated to classes and levels that work to the strength of the teachers.
• Being proactive in offering support to teachers, both newly qualified and experienced, before it is actively needed or requested.
• Providing CPD sessions for the academic team throughout their employment.
• Inducting all teaching staff on arrival at the centre whereby the standards for the rest of the programme are laid out.
• Managing the use of materials and resources effectively.
• Conducting teacher observations and provide feedback on their performance.
• Maintaining a clear line of communication between you and the rest of the academic team through regular staff meetings that are informative and succinct.

Staff Management

• Creating a sustained positive atmosphere and motivate effectively, offering praise and recognition whenever possible.
• Conducting informative inductions for the academic team as directed by the Academic Manager.
• Creating weekly staff rotas, organising the workload of the staff effectively.
• Holding daily meetings with staff that are informative, timely and organised, keeping your staff well informed.
• Monitoring your teams’ performance and conduct interim and end of contract staff appraisals.
• Following Oxford International Junior Programmes’ policy guidelines in relation to staff performance and grievance procedures.

General

• Responding to emergencies whenever necessary.
• Attend all group leader meetings and senior staff meetings.
• Supporting the wider centre team with tasks when required.
• Maintaining suitable levels of student discipline, safety, and welfare.
• Always encouraging students to use English.
• Carrying out and/or consult risk assessments whenever required.
• Attending the company’s staff training weekend (where applicable).
• Attending all staff briefings and take part in all necessary health and safety training.
• Committing to being a positive role model through your employment.
• Carrying out all other reasonable tasks.

Expectations

• Represent the organisation in a professional and approachable manner.
• Always uphold our safeguarding and welfare commitments.
• Actively engaging with students and ensuring their enjoyment.
• Adapt to the dynamic nature of working in a residential youth environment.

Why Work with Oxford International?

Oxford International is a trusted and respected organisation offering staff the opportunity to gain experience professionally while working with young people from around the world. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, supportive, and fun working environment.

Disclaimer

This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision.

Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Oxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.