Oxford Day Camps - Primary English Teacher (Residential OR Non-Residential)

Contract Dates: 3 Oxford Sites Available. We have both residential and non-residential contracts available for these roles - please let us know if you would prefer a residential/non-residential contract.

• Headington Rye School, Oxford – Monday 6th July to Friday 21st August (7 weeks)
• Dragon School, Oxford – Monday 13th July to Friday 7th August (4 weeks)

Please make it clear in your application which site you are applying for.

This programme is a partnership between Summer Boarding Courses (SBC) and Ultimate Activity Camps (UAC), combining the strengths of both organisations. SBC offers residential summer courses for children from around the world, while UAC runs activity camps for local British children in the school holidays. Together, we provide a unique summer experience that builds confidence, encourages friendships, and allows international students to participate in high-quality activities while practising their English alongside British children.

Benefits:

• Online and paid onsite training
• Online safeguarding and Prevent training
• Professional, fun and supportive environment
• Free parking at all sites

The Role:

Ultimate English Teachers are responsible for delivering engaging English language lessons to international students aged 6-12. Integrated into the Ultimate Activity Camp programme, our Day Camp students participate in activities alongside British children, providing a multicultural exchange and an immersive English learning environment. Teachers work on-site from 08.30-4.30, Monday to Friday. Responsible to: The UAC Camp Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, student-centred English lessons following the Ultimate English programme that encourage participation.
• Plan and teach four lessons per day, adjusting for student age, ability and attendance across multiple weeks.
• When a fellow teacher is absent, take responsibility for coordinating class arrangements, merging groups by level and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
• Check student proficiency on their first day and adjust class placements if needed.
• Ensure lessons are varied and tailored to individual student needs.
• Ensure student wellbeing during lessons, transitions and breaks, following safeguarding protocols.
• Address student and parent queries professionally and provide feedback during check-in.
• Support student safety during emergencies.
• Record attendance, lesson plans, incidents, accidents and student progress.
• Manage administrative tasks such as student registers, report writing and certificate preparation.
• Report any student concerns to the Camp Manager.
• Attend training sessions, including pre-summer induction, and set up classrooms and technology.
• Process stock at the end of the summer using the provided stock list; liaise with the Day Camps Programme Manager about stock requirements.
• Comply with camp policies and act as a positive role model.
• Display energy, enthusiasm and professionalism throughout the summer.
• Provide feedback and reflections to the Day Camps Programme Manager at the end of the summer.
• Support in the supervision of activities as required.

DBS:

The cost of a DBS clearance is ultimately to be met by the employee. The cost will be deducted from the employee’s pay at the first opportunity. If a deduction is not possible, the employee will be invoiced for the cost. The Company reserves the right to require any staff member to obtain a new DBS check where it deems necessary, for example, if there has been a significant gap in employment, if new disclosures have been added, if inadequate references are provided or if a copy of the DBS check cannot be supplied.

Hours of Work:

A normal working week for Day Camp Teachers will consist of up to 35 hours over five working days. The working day is from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Contract & Payment Information:

Remuneration: You will be paid a gross amount of £730 per week, paid weekly in arrears and subject to statutory deductions. This includes holiday pay at 12.07% of your basic weekly pay (£651.28), with the holiday pay element totalling £78.62. Given the short-term nature of these contracts and the duty of care we have to our students, holiday will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances and must be requested at least one month prior to taking leave.

About You:

All members of staff employed by SBC are expected to bring key qualities to the operation: a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children, and a commitment to safety and welfare of the students.

We Look For Staff Who Are:

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

Experience Required:

• A completed undergraduate degree in any subject
• CELTA, Trinity Certificate or PGCE in Primary, Modern Foreign Languages or English
• Experience teaching children under 12
• Ability to work independently or as part of a small teaching team

Desirable:

• Experience working with EFL and EAL children under 12
• Experience working in a summer school environment

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 & Inclusion 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.