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Jobs at ELC English language schools

The English Language Centre is a not-for profit organisation with schools in Brighton, Chester and Eastbourne. ELC is committed to the highest standards in teaching and student services and staff and student care.

We are looking for staff who will best help us achieve the high standards that we wish to deliver, and will ensure that we provide a safe & healthy learning environment for all students and staff.

ELC generally advertises to fill vacant posts but does invite on spec applications for teaching posts. In all cases candidates must provide a copy of their CV.

Safer recruitment process

At ELC we have students of all ages and backgrounds so follow recruitment procedures to ensure we safeguard them safely.

In the case of all staff, the following points apply and prospective staff will be advised of these in writing:

2 references will be required and followed up
all gaps in CVs must be satisfactorily explained
proof of identity and address, qualifications and right to work in the UK will be required
reference requests will specifically ask if there is any reason that you should not be employed to work with children under the age of 18.
appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointments in accordance with ELC’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

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Current vacancies at ELC

Centre Manager - Chester

The Centre Manager will have oversight of and provide support to the academic, administration and cleaning staff at ELC Chester. Reporting to the CEO, the Centre Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school. Together the CEO and CM are responsible for the operational, commercial and academic needs of ELC Chester, as well as the welfare needs of its staff and students. The Centre Manager will have excellent communication and inter-personal skills, presenting a polite, a friendly and professional manner at all times both internally and when representing the school and ELC. Outside of the classroom the Centre Manager is a go-to person for students and team members.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience • degree and TEFLQ essential • previous experience in a similar role school environment in the UK essential • ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure, delegate and prioritise • safeguarding/welfare qualification desirable • knowledge of Class by Infospeed highly desirable • very good IT skills

Skills and Attributes • positive attitude and can-do approach • approachable, friendly and caring • good team player, able to work effectively with people across a wide range of levels and responsibilities • organised with excellent attention to detail, able to manage a varied and demanding workload • ability to work under pressure and flexibly when required to • excellent verbal and written communication skills • ability to provide basic IT support to academic and admin staff • committed to continuous development

For more information contact Phil Hopkins, CEO, phil@elc-brighton.co.uk

EFL Teachers - Chester

ELC Chester is looking for qualified teachers to join the team.

Ideally you will:

have a degree or equivalent
have at least the CELTA and preferably the DELTA or equivalent
have at least two years’ experience teaching EFL to adults preferably including some time spent teaching overseas
show sound knowledge of the linguistic system of English and will be able to model and illustrate it effectively
have experience of using classroom technology (eg IWBs, mobile devices, tablets) and online/hybrid teaching

Apply to Jo Whittick, Academic Manager, jo@elc-chester.co.uk, with CV and covering letter.

EFL Teachers - Eastbourne

ELC Eastbourne is looking for qualified teachers to join the team.

Ideally you will:

have a degree or equivalent
have at least the CELTA and preferably the DELTA or equivalent
have at least two years’ experience teaching EFL to adults preferably including some time spent teaching overseas
show sound knowledge of the linguistic system of English and will be able to model and illustrate it effectively
have experience of using classroom technology (eg IWBs, mobile devices, tablets) and online/hybrid teaching

See job description.

Apply to Chris Robinson, Academic Manager, chris.robinson@elc-eastbourne.co.uk, with CV and covering letter.

EFL Teachers - Brighton

ELC Brighton is looking for qualified teachers to join the team.

Ideally you will:

have a degree or equivalent
have at least the CELTA and preferably the DELTA or equivalent
have at least two years’ experience teaching EFL to adults preferably including some time spent teaching overseas
show sound knowledge of the linguistic system of English and will be able to model and illustrate it effectively
have experience of using classroom technology (eg IWBs, mobile devices, tablets) and online/hybrid teaching

See job description.

Apply to Jess Fynn, Academic Manager, jess.fynn@elc-brighton.co.uk, with CV and covering letter.