Director of Studies: Academic Programs Lead in Bournemouth

We are seeking dynamic and dedicated Directors of Studies to lead academic programs at our prestigious sites in Oxford, Bournemouth, Windsor and Kent. If you're passionate about education, skilled in managing academic teams, and committed to student success, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Contract Dates:

• Earlscliffe Summer School, Folkestone, 25/06-10/08/2026
• Oxford College, Oxford, 02/07-18/08/2026
• SBC at Canford Summer School, Bournemouth, 25/06-28/07/2026
• SBC at Eton School, Windsor, 25/06-21/07/2026

Remuneration: The salary for the Director of Studies role is £1010 per week (subject to tax and national insurance), paid weekly in arrears (this sum includes a holiday allowance at 12.07% of basic pay in the sum of £108.78), plus accommodation at the summer site.

Main Duties:

• Take overall responsibility for implementing and monitoring the performance of the Academic Programme.
• Be the point of contact for EFL Teachers and Subject Teachers regarding the academic programme at our schools or Colleges.
• Be the point of contact for SBC Head Office regarding the Academic Programme at the Schools.
• Organise the students into classes and inform both students and teachers of their classes and levels.
• Lead daily Teacher Meetings.
• Keep clear and accurate records of class attendance and work covered.
• Ensure reports and leavers certificates are produced on time.
• Support, manage and guide teachers whilst carrying out lesson observations, observation feedback and CPD workshops/idea sessions.
• Teach when necessary to provide cover for absent teachers.
• Provide feedback on the SBC syllabus and academic processes at the end of the summer.
• Be responsible for pre-arrival academic setup and effectively induct teachers at the beginning of the summer school.
• Set up the Teachers Preparation room appropriate signage and maintain it as a functioning workspace.

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.

Please note, as this post involves direct contact with vulnerable children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.

Should You Be Successful:

• Any gaps in your CV will be enquired about and must be explained satisfactorily.
• You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK.
• You will provide the details of two recent and relevant referees who we will contact and specifically ask about your suitability to work with children and any concerns.
• You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK.
• You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children.
• Official identification and certificates will be required for our records.
• Please be aware that SBC may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet our safeguarding duties.

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. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers and contractors are expected to adhere to.

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.

Qualifications:

• Essential: TEFLQ status (I.e. Delta, Trinity Diploma, MA TESOL or accredited equivalent), a first degree, experience in Academic Management, strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility, strong organisational skills, experience in residential international summer schools.
• Desirable: Experience of residential international summer schools, experience of the UK boarding environment, experience of working within the education sector.

Salary and Benefits:

• We will cover the full cost of a new DBS (if required) for your first contract working with SBC.
• We encourage all staff to sign up for the Update Service.
• Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival.
• Accommodation included.
• CPD and Appraisals.
• Staff Wellbeing 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.

Hours of Work: A normal working week for Director of Studies will consist of up to 65 hours per week over six working days.