EFL Teacher in Oxford

EFL teachers are at the heart of what we do, delivering high-quality, inclusive lessons in a multicultural setting. They are instrumental in helping students become more confident and equipped with 21st-century communication skills. Teachers promote a culture of respect and understanding and encourage our students to love learning through fun and engaging lessons. At SBC, teachers play a huge role in enriching our students' experience, making their time with us truly unforgettable.

The English Adventurers Programme is a two-week course for students at all levels, from A1 to C1, designed to build confidence and practical skills in English. Teachers guide students through interactive lessons, collaborative projects, role-play, and storytelling, helping them develop fluency, accuracy, and effective communication. Learning extends beyond the classroom with excursions and fieldwork that provide authentic opportunities to practise English in real-world settings.

Responsible To: The Director of Studies

The Site: Headington Oxford International Summer School is located in the leafy suburb of Headington in Oxford, yet it is only a mile from the very centre of the historic town. The school educates around 1,000 students from 30 different nationalities. This international element means the host school is perfectly geared toward providing a welcoming and exciting atmosphere for summer school students. The facilities are excellent, with newly decorated bright accommodation for students and staff. The school is for students aged 13-16 and the capacity is approximately 200 students a week.

Ways We Support Our Teachers:

• Fully paid DBS check
• Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival
• All meals and accommodation included
• CPD and Appraisals
• Staff Well-being Initiative
• Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP)
• Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on the ground and via phone/email
• Online safeguarding and prevent training
• Professional, fun and supportive environment

Additional Role Specific Support:

• Allocated planning and preparation sessions
• CPD sessions and workshops with Director of Studies
• Observations with feedback and Action Points

Remuneration: You will be paid a gross amount of £815 per week, paid weekly in arrears and subject to statutory deductions. This amount includes holiday pay at 12.07% of your basic weekly pay, where your basic weekly pay is £727.22, and the holiday pay element totals £87.78.

Working Hours: A normal working week for Teachers will consist of up to 45 hours per week over six working days. All staff will receive one full day off per week.

Main Duties: General responsibilities include prioritising the safeguarding and well-being of students, following all health and safety guidelines, demonstrating flexibility, helping ensure students do not breach school rules, interacting with students professionally, providing support during meals and breaks, and assisting with student sign-ins and airport transfers. Teaching duties involve familiarising yourself with the SBC syllabus, delivering lessons, cultivating a student-centred learning environment, setting assignments, catering to individual needs, reviewing work, marking, providing feedback, handling administrative tasks, encouraging participation, attending meetings and CPD, and planning for lesson observations.

About You: All members of staff employed by SBC will be expected to bring certain key qualities to the operation. There must be a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children. Safety and welfare of the students is of paramount importance at SBC and a practical enforcing of this belief should be a quality exhibited by all staff.

We Look For Staff Who Are:

• Approachable & empathic to the needs of students
• Enthusiastic & engaging
• Diplomatic, responsible & motivated
• Flexible within the summer school environment

Essential:

• A completed or pending completion undergraduate degree in a related academic subject
• CELTA, Trinity Certificate, or PGCE
• Experience and genuine enjoyment of working with children in a professional capacity
• Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility
• An empathic manner and positive manner
• Ability to proactively engage with young people

Desirable:

• Experience of the UK boarding environment
• Experience teaching EFL in an international environment
• Strong organisational skills

About Us: Founded in 2008, Summer Boarding Courses have united students from around the world through education. Delivering award-winning, future-focused courses that strike the perfect balance between academic and social enrichment. Our courses unlock potential and ignite a spark for long-term success.

TO APPLY: We want to make sure we do all we can to set candidates up for success in this process. If you require any adjustments to help you at interview and/or you have any questions at all, please contact us at: [email protected]

Please note, as this post involves direct contact with vulnerable children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

SBC SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT: Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

SBC EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT: We operate a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.