Are you qualified to teach EFL and are free between June to August 2026?
Why not gain or expand your classroom teaching experience in our central London school, as part of Stafford House Study Holidays. Experienced and newly qualified teachers, welcome.
Whether you hold a relevant EFL qualification, a PGCE, or an equivalent qualification in English, Primary Education, or Modern Foreign Languages, we have a range of opportunities from 15-30 hours per week. You are also welcome to take part in activities and excursions, paid at an additional rate.
What's in it for you:
We are a British Council accredited, leading provider of summer school study holidays. We welcome 6,000 young international learners each summer. Our mission is to help students improve their English, while having a fun and unforgettable holiday. Our students experience engaging classroom lessons and a lively program of activities and excursions. It's a great opportunity to work with a range of ages, levels of ability and students from a multi-cultural environment.
Small class sizes: 15 students on average and students vary in age from 12-17, depending on centre and course booked
Ready-made lesson materials: These are provided to align with our syllabus. There are also comprehensive teacher notes available for you to use to reduce planning times
DELTA/Training Incentives: You are welcome to attend a free CPD EFL teaching course ahead of starting work. In addition, qualifying teachers may apply for a free DELTA 1 Module post summer. There are also a range of online CPD sessions that are available to you. T&Cs apply to our incentives - ask us for more information
Experience: Its the ideal opportunity to gain or further your CELTA or PGCE teaching experience as you will be welcomed and supported by a highly experienced academic leadership team. This is an especially attractive opportunity for NQTs/ECTs, as we offer weekly CPD sessions. We further support you with observations and appraisals
We support you: We have an experienced academic management team who return to our centres year-on-year. We also have a dedicated Academic & Training Manager and Academic Advisor who are available throughout the summer.
Career opportunities: There is the potential for opportunities reaching beyond our summer schools, in our year-round schools in Cambridge, Canterbury and London
Hours:
* 15 - 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Pay:
* £23.01 per contact hour plus holiday entitlement
* £24.46 per contact hour plus holiday entitlement for those with 2+ years post qualification experience
* £14.85 per contact hour plus holiday entitlement if you choose to take part in our activities and excursions programme
Some of what you need to become part of the Stafford House Teaching Team:
* Teachers should have a first degree or equivalent and must be EFL/TESOL qualified (e.g. CELTA, CertTESOL or another *TEFL certificate which meets Accreditation UK criteria), PGCEs in English, Modern Foreign Languages or Primary are also welcomed
* DELTA/ DipTESOL or equivalent MA qualification desirable
* Educated to Degree level (preferred)
* Experience of teaching using Interactive Whiteboards and Digital Teaching Platform is preferred
* Experience of teaching Exam Preparation for Trinity GESE is desirable
* Experience of working with young learner
* Be collaborative, have a passion for teaching and EFL
* Have a working knowledge of safeguarding practices
* You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor you
*All teaching qualifications must include a minimum of 6-hours observed teaching practice as part of their course. This will be evidenced in your qualification transcript. We are unable to accept certificates without this, in line with Accreditation UK standards.
Next Steps
Please read the full duties on our Job Description and our information pages, including many FAQs and our recruitment process which is available below.
Shortlisting will begin week commencing 5th January 2026
We look forward to hearing from you.
Good luck!
More information:
WHO ARE WE? Stafford House has over 70 years’ experience in providing international students with great English language study experiences in the UK. Our mission is to educate, inspire and help our students enjoy our locations, empowering them with confidence to realise their personal potential. Stafford House comprises 2 brands, Stafford House International and Stafford House Study Holidays.
We offer 8 fantastic study locations within the UK with a wide range of courses to choose from including English Language and activities, creative Art & Design, sports, and academic preparation courses.
Stafford House International is part of CATS Global Schools (CGS), a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING: CATS Global Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect everyone connected with the organisation to share this commitment. All positions are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a criminal declaration form prior to interview and be subject to online checks which may include social media checks in addition to an enhanced DBS check (DBS process paid for by CATS Global Schools), references and if applicable, an overseas police check.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People we pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools an employer of choice for all.