English Path is a rapidly growing international language school delivering immersive English, French, and German learning experiences across the UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.Join EP as our Director of Studies and take the lead in shaping an inspiring, student-centred academic experience.About the RoleAs the Director of Studies you are responsible for all aspects of academic provision at EP location. This includes but is not limited to; ELT course design and implementation; providing continued academic support and guidance to EP students and day-to-day management of EP EFL Teachers. You will also assist with recruitment of EFL teachers, conducting interviews and shortlisting candidates as required. The following section outlines a more detailed description of the duties of this post.Please NoteThis role is based fully On-site, with a ideal start date of 26th July.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee safeguarding, child protection, and student welfare practices, ensuring compliance with policies, legislation, and best practice while acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead.Manage academic operations including testing, timetabling, teacher allocations, attendance monitoring, reporting, compliance, and smooth day-to-day centre delivery.Support and develop teaching staff through performance management, CPD planning, classroom support, recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining high academic standards.Coordinate student experience and pastoral care by supporting inductions, accommodation liaison, exam coordination, progression pathways, and responding to student enquiries.Drive academic quality and resource development through syllabus design, materials creation, EAP programme management, library oversight, and continuous course innovation.Eligibility to live and work in Ireland.NFQ Level 7 qualification DELTA, DipTESOL or equivalent.Undergraduate degree in any discipline.Undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure check or overseas equivalent.Outstanding communication and English language skills, both verbal and written.Previous exposure to a HR/Recruitment environment desirable.Proven ability to effectively use database systems desirable.Previous experience of material design for ELT courses.Experience of teaching ESOL, Exam preparation courses.Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to communicate effectively and accurately via email and telephone.Experience of establishing and maintaining effective academic administration systems and procedures.A thorough and meticulous approach to work.Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize a varied workload and work to deadlines under pressure.Good numeracy and literacy skills.Ability to implement new developments, procedures and courses.Ability to supervise and motivate staff.Have a positive and proactive attitude to work and demonstrate high levels of professionalism.A drive to work collaboratively with fun, likeminded people and contributes to team success.To be constantly aware of improving standards and adapt to them where possible.Safeguarding CommitmentEnglish Path is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.
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