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Target English International

We run junior summer courses for English language students aged between 10-17. We have students from all over the world, including Italy, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Czech Republic, Argentina, and Cyprus. Students usually stay for two weeks and take part in a mixed programme of lessons and activities/excursions which are run by Activity Leaders.

Our Mission:

At Target English International, we aim to provide our students with a comfortable and caring setting in the UK to improve their communication in English and develop skills for a more global society. We want our students to leave the course with a better understanding of UK culture and the inspiration to become life-long learners of English.

Overview of role:

Teachers are responsible for teaching 10-17-year-old students on our short summer courses which, in some of our centres, lead to the Trinity College London Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE). Teachers usually work mornings and afternoons on our zigzag timetable, teaching 4 x 1.5 hour lessons a day. All teachers receive an on-site induction with the Director of Studies (which includes Trinity exam preparation if teaching in a Trinity Centre). The Target English International syllabus and a range of materials are available in each centre.

Our course:
We focus on developing fluency skills and building student confidence in a friendly and stimulating environment. Our in-house syllabus is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). In Bath and Hull, our package includes entry to the Trinity Graded Exam in Spoken English (GESE).

The language course includes:

• Oral and written placement test to select class level and provide initial assessment for the Trinity GESE
• 15 hours of English language tuition per week (students take 20 lessons per week and each lesson is 45 minutes long)
• Trinity College London GESE if in a Trinity Centre
• Maximum 15 students per class
• Morning and afternoon teaching timetable, 09:00-12:30 and 14:00-17:30 (exact times of classes may vary dependent on centre)
• Enterprise English workshops sessions (age and level dependent B1 and above, 16 years and over) focusing on preparing students for the world of work; writing CVs, interview techniques, and business role play

Centre Specific Information:

Contracts: usually 4 weeks (occasionally some shorter contracts are available) and extensions are possible in some locations.

Dates: end June to mid-August.

Bath, Liverpool, Edinburgh, London Hatfield, London Harrow, Colchester, and Hull - Teaching only:

30 contact hours over 5 days per week, Monday - Friday. No pastoral duties or activities.

Salary range:

Overall range £530 - £725 (depending on experience, qualifications, and accommodation requirements). Throughout your contract, you will accrue holiday pay, which you will receive at the end of your contract in addition to your weekly salary.

Residential salaries: £530 - £560 per week (dependent upon experience and qualifications), package includes accommodation and full board provided in addition to weekly pay, plus accrued holiday pay.

Non-residential salaries: £695 - £725 per week (dependent upon experience and qualifications), plus accrued holiday pay and lunch provided.

Benefits:
- Holiday pay is accrued and paid in addition to weekly wage at the end of the contract.
- Accommodation and full board provided free of charge if required.
- Gain experience in teacher management and the day-to-day running of a school.
- Support from dedicated Academic Managers.
- Access to an online database of up-to-date teaching resources.

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Safeguarding:

In line with safer recruitment, where roles require responsibility for, or substantial access to, under 18s, our recruitment procedure includes the following:

• All references will be followed up.
• Reference requests ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18.
• All gaps in employment history must be explained satisfactorily.
• Proof of identity and right to work in the UK must be shown at interview.
• Proof of identity and copies of qualification certificates must be sent to head office prior to starting work and original copies must be taken to the centre.
• Suitability checks (Enhanced DBS checks or overseas equivalent) will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.
• Staff will complete online Safeguarding and online Prevent training.