Full Time Teacher Positions
We offer two different Full-Time Teacher roles: a Standard Full-Time Teacher position available at all centres and a 5-day Full-Time Teacher position available in London only.
At UKLC, we provide residential and homestay English language and activity programmes for international students aged 11-17 years. Our aims are to Educate, Inspire, and Enrich future generations, providing life-changing experiences for young international learners.
As a Full-Time Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging EFL lessons that meet the needs of international students. You will also participate in activities, excursions, and ensure a safe and positive environment.
Job Description
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Reporting to: Course Director and/or Roving Academic Manager
Opportunity for Progression: Course Director
Pre-Summer Preparation
* Attend the company and academic induction and assist with the centre setup as required.
* Attend the pre-summer online training.
Summer Teaching Delivery
* Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the centre as required.
* Assist with the placement testing and the marking of tests.
* Prepare and deliver lessons to a high standard, following UKLC’s British Council-accredited syllabus.
* Emphasise oral communication and active learning to engage students in and out of the classroom.
* Create a positive learning environment and take necessary measures to ensure students get the most out of the lessons and enjoy themselves.
* Maintain discipline and ensure that students understand what they have to do.
* Be punctual for all lessons, activities, and excursions.
* Be observed by the Course Director/Senior Academic Leadership and other interested parties (notified in advance).
* Organise and supervise sports, activities, excursions, mealtimes, and lights out as required on a rota basis.
* Ensure the success of the activities by participating fully and encouraging student involvement.
* Lead excursions when required and ensure the safety and welfare of students at all times.
* Ensure that all activity equipment and materials are in place for the start of an activity and returned at the end.
Feedback, Communication and Administration
* Participate in daily team meetings and provide regular feedback to the Course Director and Centre Manager.
* Deal quickly and effectively with student and Group Leader queries and report any problems to the appropriate management team member.
* Complete all class registers, work records, reports, and certificates accurately.
* Read, understand, and sign off to all risk assessments for excursions.
* Submit end-of-contract feedback to support programme improvement.
Safeguarding and Professionalism
* UKLC is committed to implementing our Safeguarding policies and procedures. All successful candidates will need to complete Prevent and Safeguarding e-learning.
* Read and comply with the Teacher Handbook.
* Read and adhere to the Operating and Safeguarding Handbook and maintain good standards of Health and Safety.
* Safeguard the welfare and protection of students in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy.
* Maintain professionalism in all interactions with students, group leaders, and team members.
* Maintain the good name and reputation of UKLC at all times.
* Follow the dress code in the Teacher Handbook at all times.
Working Hours
Standard Full-Time Teacher
A Full-Time Teacher is required to work 22 sessions a fortnight based on a six-day working week. A session is approximately three hours in the morning, afternoon, or evening. A Standard Full-Time Teacher will teach two sessions a day on lesson days and will also work two extra sessions over a two-week period. A full-day excursion counts as two sessions. Airport transfers may count as one or two sessions depending on duration.
In some centres, teaching takes place on weekends, requiring Standard Full-Time Teachers to work for six consecutive days.
UKLC has a comprehensive British Council-accredited syllabus for our teaching team. Paid planning is not included in your working hours.
5-Day Full Time Teacher
This role is only available in London on a non-residential basis.
A 5-Day Full Time Teacher is required to work 20 sessions per fortnight based on a five-day working week. A session is approximately three hours in the morning and three hours in the afternoon. A 5-Day Full-Time Teacher will teach two sessions a day on lesson days.
In some centres, teaching takes place on weekends, requiring teachers to work on those days.
UKLC has a comprehensive British Council-accredited syllabus for our teaching team. Paid planning is not included in your working hours.
Session Breakdown
• 8:30 – 9am: Team Meetings on Teaching Days
Morning Session (including two 15-minute unpaid breaks)
• 9 -12:30pm
Afternoon Session (including two 15-minute unpaid breaks)
• 2 – 5:30pm
• 2:30 – 6pm (London centres only)
Evening Session (including a half-hour unpaid break)
• 7:30 – 11pm
• 7:30 – 10pm (London centres only)
Salary and Benefits
* All salaries are paid monthly in arrears.
* The weekly salaries include holiday pay.
* Holiday pay is added to the final pay packet.
* Full-board accommodation is provided for Standard Full-Time Teachers who choose to be residential.
* The 5-Day Full Time Teacher is a non-residential position in London only.
Standard Full Time Teacher
Residential
* Newly Qualified (TEFLI, no experience) £526.73
* 12 months + experience £537.94
* 3 years + experience or TEFLQ £549.14
Non-residential
* Newly Qualified (TEFLI, no experience) £610.79
* 12 months + experience £621.99
* 3 years + experience or TEFLQ £633.20
5 Day Full Time Teacher (Non-residential Only)
* Newly Qualified (TEFLI, no experience) £498.71
* 12 months + experience £509.92
* 3 years + experience or TEFLQ £521.13
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
Experience
* Previous experience of summer schools or working with young people.
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level (level 6)
* CELTA / Trinity Cert TESOL/ Qualified Teacher Status in Primary, English or Modern Foreign Languages.
Skills and Knowledge
* Native English speaker/ near-native level of English.
* Competent with Excel.
* Knowledge of the local area.
* Creative ideas.
Personal Qualities
* Energy and enthusiasm.
* A desire to work with young people from different cultures.
* Adaptability and flexibility.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Enjoy working as part of a team.
* Willingness to learn and adopt new teaching methods.
Legal Requirements
* Full right to work in the UK.
Safer Recruitment Checks
* Minimum of 2 reference checks.
* Enhanced DBS Check.
* Overseas Police Check (if applicable).
Sample Rota: Standard Full Time Teacher
The red areas show a sample working week of a Full Time Teacher. A Full Time Teacher will do 5 full days of teaching which could fall on the weekend (depending on the centre) in addition to an excursion once a fortnight.
This rota is simply an example (of the week including an excursion) and there is variation from centre to centre. To find examples of excursions for individual centres, please visit the links in the centre information section below.
Sample Rota: 5 Day Full Time Teacher
The red areas show a sample working week of a 5 Day Full Time Teacher (London Only). A 5 Day Full Time Teacher will do 5 full days of teaching which could fall on the weekend (depending on the centre).
Available Centres
You will also need to attend induction prior to starting your contract. Specific dates and times will be set closer to the time. Induction is paid and will start a few days before the official centre opening dates.
* King’s College, London (30th June – 25th August 2025)
* Queen Mary University London (22nd June – 24th August 2025)
* Clifton College, Bristol (8th July – 19th August 2025)
* Dean Close School, Cheltenham (2nd July – 13th August 2025)
* Queenswood School, Hatfield (7th July – 4th August 2025)
* Queen Anne’s School, Reading (6th July – 10th August 2025)
* Chetham’s School, Manchester (6th July – 3rd August 2025)
* Reaseheath College, Nantwich (4th July – 1st August 2025)
* University of Portsmouth (7th July – 4th August 2025)
* St Swithun’s School, Winchester (13th July – 10th August 2025)
* Bootham School, York (7th July – 4th August 2025)
This job description is an outline of your main responsibilities. Within the context of your contract of employment, the company may, within reason, request you undertake other tasks and duties as needs dictate.
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