Head of English

Contract type: Full Time (37.5 hours) - Fixed Term (31/08/2026)
Location: Dublin International Study Centre
Salary: up to €44,500 per annum
At Dublin ISC we take a holistic and collaborative approach to student welfare and achievement and every staff member, regardless of role, contributes to this. The highest standards of student experience and success are at the core of our centre's ethos and therefore we are looking for someone who shares this objective to join the Centre Management Team and join us in our commitment to constantly reflect on and enhance every aspect of our centre. We inspire our students to become lifelong learners and contributors to society - it's not just about the grades on the transcript!
ABOUT THE ROLE

• Lead and motivate a team of Academic English Skills tutors to contribute to ensuring the best possible student outcomes and student experience on Academic English Skills module
• In conjunction with the Centre Leadership team, develop and implement an approach to learning, teaching and assessment that inspires students and provides an appropriate learning journey in meeting their development needs and preparation for university study
• Identify and create strategies to support language and Academic Skills development that can be integrated into subject modules and, in conjunction with the Centre’s leadership team, implement and evaluate the impact of these strategies on students’ language skills and academic development
• Work in conjunction with the Head of Curriculum and Progression to provide effective performance management of direct reports, including appraisals, evaluation of individual contribution and development, and setting of outcomes; foster staff members' strengths to establish real career paths for the benefit of the individual and the organisation; and identify and arrange training and continuous professional development activities
• Work with Centre management to recruit and induct new academic staff for Academic English Skills and modules as required and according to DISC policies and procedures, ensuring that all academic staff teaching English and Academic Modules have appropriate background checks and references and are suitably qualified to teach the sessions and modules for which they are scheduled
• Develop and implement effective teaching and assessment strategies that align with best practices and QQI standards.
• Participate in QQI audits and reviews, providing necessary documentation and evidence for compliance.
• Manage annual leave, absences and pay claims for direct reports
• Handle grievances and disciplinary issues at initial stages for direct reports
• Facilitate and organise opportunities for staff to develop their pedagogy around language skills
• Participate actively within the Centre’s leadership team to promote high expectations to staff and students and to deliver an excellent student learning experience
• Attend and contribute to relevant DISC governance committee meetings
• Contribute to partnership development with University academics and leaders to enhance students’ academic preparedness and transition to university study
• Plan and undertake regular personal development as agreed with your line manager
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of the students for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
• Plan and oversee the design and delivery of Academic English Skills module (on Insendi or otherwise) ensuring the best possible student outcomes and student experience, holding regular team meetings and student focus groups to review and inform planning and development
• Allocate teaching resources for Academic English Skills, working according to scheduling guidelines, ensuring that teaching and learning activities are planned and resources allocated according to set deadlines and that these are planned and delivered efficiently to meet operational margins
• Oversee the production of documentation for Academic English Skills, including course outlines, module handbooks, schemes of work and teaching and learning materials, including use of online materials available via the VLE
• Lead the design and implementation of appropriate, fair and secure assessment activities for Academic English Skills and ensure all students receive effective assessment feedback
• Lead the centre’s work to promote academic integrity, including the avoidance of plagiarism and other academic misconduct
• Teach modules and/or sessions as agreed with the Centre Management (maximum 15 hours)
• Work with the academic staff and Centre’s leadership team to ensure classes are appropriately covered when Academic English Skills tutors are absent
• Oversee the recording and reporting of teaching and assessment activity, including ensuring data and reports are completed and submitted accurately and within deadlines
• Work in partnership with the Head of Centre and Head of Curriculum and Progression to design and introduce new programmes, modules, products and methods of delivery and assessment
• Work with ISC network colleagues to ensure design and delivery of Academic English Skills in the Centre is in line with DISC and QQI requirements, including standardisation and moderation

ABOUT YOU

• Master’s degree (essential)
• Relevant Teaching qualification (essential, e.g. DELTA, TEFL, MA Linguistics)
• Leadership and management training (desirable)
• Leadership and management experience in a teaching and learning environment (essential)
• Experience in leading a team to achieve high levels of student academic performance and outcomes against agreed targets (essential)
• Experience in teaching English to international students, ideally in the Irish Higher or Further Education sector (essential)
• Experience in planning and running complex education courses in English (essential)
• Experience in leading the provision of academic skills programmes within HE or FE environments (desirable)
• Experience of partnership working in the education sector (desirable)
• Experience with QQI quality assurance processes and procedures (desirable)

ABOUT US
Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we can provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. Additionally, our Insendi platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available.
ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE
Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguarding and recognises its importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification.
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