Academic Area Manager

Summary: The Academic Area Manager role at Twin Group involves overseeing the delivery of academic programs at various summer school locations, ensuring they meet high industry standards. The position requires travel between centers, providing training and support to staff while maintaining quality assurance and student welfare. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and experience in summer school management or similar roles. This is a fixed-term contract for the summer season, with responsibilities including staff mentoring, crisis management, and compliance with safeguarding procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure academic program delivery meets required standards across different centers.
• Oversee classroom documentation and lesson quality in line with company policies.
• Conduct audits and spot-checks on classrooms and academic environments.
• Provide feedback and support to academic staff to maintain delivery standards.
• Maintain accurate academic records and provide guidance on best practices.
• Organize and lead Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions for teaching staff.
• Act as a mentor for teachers and oversee student placement testing.
• Ensure quality assurance through regular checks and evaluations of student progress.
• Coordinate communication between academic teams and central management.
• Provide emergency support during staff shortages or crises.
• Monitor student welfare and address academic or welfare concerns.
• Travel between centers to provide oversight and support, including overnight stays.
• Complete appraisals and provide feedback at the end of the contract.

Key Skills:

• TEFLQ diploma in ELT/TESOL as specified by the British Council.
• Experience in summer school management or a similar role.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive professional attitude.
• Experience working with under-18s and leading a team.
• Experience as a teacher trainer (desirable but not essential).

Salary (Rate): 1250.00

City: Greenwich

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Education