Assistant Director Of Studies

EF Education First Ltd., Kemp Town, The City of Brighton and Hove

Assistant Director Of Studies

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EF Education First Ltd., Kemp Town, The City of Brighton and Hove

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 16 Oct | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 7bc1f6f4df3d4eb5bf10e027ea5d2b9e

Full Job Description

As an Assistant Director of Studies, you will have the chance to make a significant impact in our Brighton campus, working alongside the Director of Studies (DoS) in all aspects of the running, management and quality assurance of the academic department. We are looking for a detail orientated leader who will relish the challenge of being involved in EF's ongoing academic developments, and enjoy being part of the continual professional development of the teaching team (through training and observation). You will be responsible for ensuring academic excellence throughout the school, and be an advocate of the thought that learning is not only about the details but about the overall experience in and outside the lessons. Responsibilities

  • Deputise for the DOS in case of their absence
  • Cover classes for teachers in case of their absence
  • Assist in the recruitment and development of teaching staff
  • Ensure appropriate timetabling of students, teachers, courses and classrooms
  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards
  • Ensure compliance with the school attendance policy
  • Assist students with their enquiries and help solve any problems as required
  • Maintain academic resources for students and teachers
  • Administer tests and disseminate results and certificates
  • Contribute to creativity and innovation within the department
  • Assist the Director of Studies in other academic matters as requested

    Are you looking to develop your academic career whilst gaining experience within a truly global organisation? Are you ready to take on the responsibility of making a significant contribution to the running of an international language campus? If so, EF invites you to join us in opening the world through education as Assistant Director of Studies., Has a DELTA qualification (or currently studying) / an equivalent undergraduate degree
  • Has the ability to effectively lead and motivate
  • Has a passion for excellent customer service standards
  • Is committed to the highest standards of teaching within our classes
  • Is a strategic thinker and planner
  • Can prioritise multiple tasks
  • Is resourceful and able to handle difficult situations with ease
  • Has an acute attention to detail
  • Has a strong sense of ownership and the drive to succeed
  • Right to work in the UK
  • At least C2 level of English
  • Clean background check and references

    EF Education First's mission is opening the world through education.
  • A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers - creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel. When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about-we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education.

  • Continuous professional development for all staff
  • Work in a truly international environment
  • Regular social events
  • Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided
  • Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
  • Global career opportunities
  • Wealth of academic materials and in house curriculum to utilise
  • Further education sponsorship opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free access to EF Hello language learning
  • Campus located moments away from Brighton beach