Academic Manager (Summer)
EF Bournemouth Summer School – Full Time / Fixed Term (June–August 2026). 8‑10 weeks, live‑in location in Bournemouth. 6 days a week. Accommodation and full board provided.
Your Role
EF Bournemouth Summer School is searching for an energetic and organised individual to join our team as Academic Manager this summer. This role is available for 8‑10 weeks during June, July & August 2026. You’ll work with the school management team and teachers to deliver an exceptional programme for our students, ensuring a smooth experience from placement to graduation. You will support teachers with lesson planning, attendance tracking, and lesson observations, providing timely feedback. You’ll serve as the academic face of the school, visible to students, and work closely with the Centre Manager and Activities Manager to produce a seamless summer for our students.
Responsibilities
* Work with the summer management team to deliver an exceptional experience to our students, taking overall responsibility for the academic programme.
* Schedule all classes, including students and rooms, using our computer systems.
* Lead a team of 20+ teachers, ensuring all lessons are delivered to exceptional standards through regular meetings and feedback sessions, both group and one‑on‑one.
* Observe lessons and discuss feedback to support continuous teacher development.
* Share emergency duty on a rota basis.
* Line‑manage an Academic Coordinator.
* Set up and run graduation ceremonies, coordinating the necessary admin.
Requirements
* Minimum of a TEFL (CELTA preferred).
* Strong leadership skills with some management or team‑leading experience.
* Commitment to the highest level of customer service.
* Sociable, fun disposition with the ability to motivate and energise others.
* Financial and business acumen.
* Live‑in position with accommodation and full board provided; residential requirements may apply.
* English fluency and excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to work and thrive under pressure.
* Clear DBS check and two references.
* Right to work in the UK upon commencement of the contract.
Why you will love EF Bournemouth Summer School
* Continuous professional development for all staff.
* Work in a truly international environment.
* Regular social events.
* Ambition nurtured and fast‑tracked career enhancement opportunities provided.
* Staff encouraged to innovate, take ownership of ideas and bring them to fruition.
* Global career opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* External training on safeguarding and mental health first aid.
* Subsidised accommodation available if necessary.
* Cultural and academic centre of UK.
What do our staff say?
“Able to meet, work with, train and develop a large number of interesting people from all walks of life”.
“I worked with some amazing people at EF and made friends for life”.
“I love being exposed to different cultures and I get to practice other languages.”
“I like all the staff and we work as a team. I also like the diversity we have within the school – both students and staff.”
“You are encouraged to take on as many challenges as possible, which helps you progress as a professional.”
“I have enjoyed the opportunity to forge my skills in a management position.”
“Excellence in customer service – lovely staff and good training.”
EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will specifically ask whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education, Language Schools, and Travel Arrangements
Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
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