Future Global Leaders Teacher in Windsor

Summer Boarding Courses Contract Dates: 26/06/2025 – 20/07/2026

The Role

SBC subject 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 Subject

The Future Global Leaders Programme is a two-week course designed for students aspiring to make an impact through diplomacy, policy, and international cooperation. Teachers guide learners through international relations, global economics, and human rights, helping them develop a global mindset. Lessons include debates, model United Nations sessions, and scenario-based simulations that build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Collaboration with peers from diverse backgrounds fosters cultural understanding and empathy. Leadership workshops develop the ability to inspire, influence, and adapt strategies across contexts. Through expert guidance, teachers equip students with the confidence, knowledge, and skills to lead on a global stage.

Responsible to: The Director of Studies

The Site

SBC at Eton College offers international students aged 12-16 the unique opportunity to study at one of the world’s most prestigious schools. Founded in 1440 by King Henry VI, Eton College has a rich legacy, having educated 20 British Prime Ministers, as well as countless authors, scientists, actors, Olympians, and explorers. The historic campus provides a truly inspiring environment, where students can immerse themselves in a setting that has shaped generations of leaders and visionaries – and where you will play a key role in shaping an unforgettable summer experience for them.

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 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 prevention 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

• Prioritise the safeguarding and well-being of students in your care.
• Follow all Health and Safety guidelines and risk assessments.
• Demonstrate flexibility, as is often required in residential roles.
• Help ensure that the students do not breach the rules of the school.
• Interact with students in a manner that’s both friendly and professional.
• Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, in an emergency situation.
• Share reflections about your experiences over the summer.
• Offer support during meal and break times, and assist with student sign-ins when needed.
• Help with student airport transfers, ensuring smooth arrivals and departures.

Teaching Duties:

• Acquaint yourself with the SBC syllabus, materials, and resources during the induction period.
• Deliver lessons using the SBC syllabus and suitable materials.
• Cultivate a student-centred learning environment that promotes 21st-century skills.
• Set assignments as guided by the SBC syllabus.
• Cater to individual needs, ensuring students reap the full benefits of their course.
• Regularly review students’ work, mark assignments thoughtfully, and provide constructive feedback.
• Handle administrative tasks like maintaining class lists, recording work, registering students, and preparing certificates and reports.
• Ensure a positive classroom atmosphere and encourage all students to participate.
• Attend morning meetings with the Director of Studies and other sessions as requested by summer school management.
• Join CPD (Continued Professional Development) workshops.
• Plan for lesson observations, reflect upon them, and attend feedback sessions with the Director of Studies to discuss potential areas of improvement.

About You

SBC PERSON SPECIFICATION

We Look For Staff Who Are:

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

SBC staff must demonstrate patience, empathy and an emotional awareness towards students both individually and in a group setting. We expect staff to take control of students and manage discipline and behavioural issues in a firm, positive and constructive manner.

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. Our residential summer courses take place at some of the UK’s top boarding schools and university college campuses, including Eton College, Oxford University Colleges and Headington School. We carefully select our campuses to ensure that they provide the perfect environment for our students to live and study. Over 15,800 students from 152 nationalities have been welcomed to study with us to date. Whether it’s preparing for future studies, developing 21st-century skills or building confidence, the knowledge gained on an SBC course allows students to go forward and apply what they have learned to other areas of their education and beyond – giving them the necessary skills to achieve their future goals.

The EL Gazette publishes a league table based on British Council inspections, and SBC has been ranked Number 1 from 2018 to 2023. We are very proud of this achievement and will continue to grow and develop our courses to offer students extraordinary experiences. SBC is the only multi-campus summer school provider in the UK to have achieved a perfect 15/15 areas of strength by the British Council. A true hallmark of educational quality.

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: jobs@sbc-global.com

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.

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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training