Summer School Director of Studies - Edinburgh

m2r Education are proud to be working with this British Council accredited provider of residential junior summer courses for groups of students aged 10 -18.

They operate junior summer schools for international students aged 10-18 years in nine locations across the UK: London, Hatfield, Bath, Edinburgh, Hull, Liverpool, Norwich, Colchester and Dorset. The schools are based on university or further education college campuses, all can offer residential accommodation and have teaching and leisure facilities on-site. Summer courses offer a balanced mix between learning in the classroom and learning during activities and on excursions.

They need a Director of Studies to oversee the successful implementation and administration of all aspects of the academic programme for international students from 20th June 2026 to 31st July 2026 (and beyond in smaller numbers). This is a residential role.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver a high-quality academic programme, ensuring engaging and effective English language teaching
• Manage, support, and motivate a team of teachers, including induction, timetabling, and ongoing development
• Oversee student placement, testing, and class allocation to ensure the best learning experience
• Coordinate all academic administration and maintain clear, accurate records
• Work closely with centre management, group leaders, and head office to ensure smooth daily operations
• Safeguard and promote the welfare and wellbeing of all students at all times
• Drive an outstanding student experience by maintaining high standards of teaching and customer service

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree + CELTA/Trinity TESOL or equivalent
• DELTA or Trinity DipTESOL desirable
• Previous experience of working in EFL Summer Schools, ideally within a management role
• Knowledge of Trinity GESE Exam Requirements
• Enhanced DBS on update service (if you do not have this, one will be applied for on your behalf)
• Right to Work in the UK
• Genuine interest in working with young people
• Ability to cope with long working hours
• Ability to work in multiple buildings in potentially widespread campus
• Extremely professional and customer focussed

Rate:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications
• Full board accommodation included

For safeguarding purposes, an Enhanced DBS check is required for all staff and if living overseas a valid police clearance certificate is additionally required. Two professional references will also be required for all staff.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not been contacted within 10 working days of submission then please consider your application to have been unsuccessful.

Contact us for more details.