Embassy Summer, under its parent company EC English, offers award winning summer vacation programmes for young people across multiple locations in the UK, Malta, Spain, South Africa & UAE. Students learn English or Spanish whilst immersing themselves in the local culture and surroundings. Our programmes are a combination of language classes, exciting excursions and fun-filled sporting, creative and social activities.
From its humble beginnings in Hastings over four decades ago, Embassy Summer has today evolved into a globally recognised and trusted brand. Our vision is to help our students succeed in a global community. We love bringing our young learners from around the world together through a common language and building global connections.
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As one of our valued Summer School Managers you will have your role to play in inspiring, leading and motivating an entire school of students and staff, in order to ensure the delivery of teaching and activity programmes, with an exemplary level of dedication to the students' development and welfare.
Together with your centre team, you will be responsible for maximising both students and Group Leader satisfaction, ensuring that we meet or exceed expectations, whilst working within pre-determined budgets.
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Organisational Compliance:
The job holder will be expected to operate in accordance with the company’s Code of Conduct, and any local policies and operating procedures relating to academic, welfare and safeguarding matters.
Employees are required to comply fully with all arrangements in place related to Health and Safety, including implementation and compliance with control measures resultant from risk assessments and engagement with, and completion of, any relevant Health and Safety training.
Education Required:
- Degree-level education or equivalent (or currently pursuing).
- Valid First Aid Certificate (desirable).
- Safeguarding Level 1 and 2 (desirable – if not in possession, Embassy Summer will provide the necessary courses upon successful selection).
Experience Required:
- Proven experience in roles involving logistics, organization, or travel.
- Proficiency in IT systems, including Outlook and MS Office (especially Excel).
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team effectively.
- Previous experience in a management role, ideally at an EFL summer school
Experience Desired:
- Previous experience working with juniors.
- Experience managing a summer school environment.
- Knowledge of Malta.
Personal Attributes:
- Exceptional leadership and motivational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Ability to solve complex problems and manage challenging situations.
- Ability to work under pressure, multi-tasking, with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
- Uphold appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.
- Positive attitude toward maintaining authority and discipline.
- High attention to detail.
- Fluent in written and spoken English (knowledge of any other languages is considered advantageous).
Eligibility and Safe Recruitment:
- Must be eligible to work in the EU.
- Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
- All CV gaps must be satisfactorily explained.
- Proof of identity and qualifications (if applicable) required.
- Clear Criminal Record Check and references must be provided before signing the contract.
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Working Week:
- 6 days out of 7 (1 day off per week). Maximum weekly hours will be detailed in the Offer Letter.
- All management roles are residential.
Remuneration:
Accommodation and full board provided in addition to a competitive weekly salary, based on the size of the centre and experience. This will be discussed at the time of the interview.
Accommodation is provided from the night before your first working day until the night of your last working day.
Embassy Summer does not cover costs for flight tickets and airport transfer to/from the accommodation.
Equality and Diversity:
Equality and diversity are at the heart of everything we do. Our learning opportunities are open to everyone, regardless of their background and circumstances, and we apply the same standards to the staff we employ.
Skills Required
- Degree-level education or equivalent
- Proven experience in logistics or organization
- Proficiency in IT systems including MS Office
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team
- Previous experience in a management role at an EFL summer school
What We Do
EC English Language Centres is an education and training company offering academic, business, and general English language courses to students worldwide.
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