Director of Studies

Director of StudiesReference Number: JR250433Location: Manchester Working Pattern: Full Time 37.5 hours per weekContract Type: Fixed Term Contract Until October 2026Number of roles: 1 Salary: 33000 per annumWe are looking for a Director of Studies to join our team.We are looking to appoint a committed passionate Director of Studies to manage the delivery of our English programmes at Kaplan International Languages Manchester We pride ourselves on providing English teaching which is highly effective and stimulating for our diverse study body. As Director of Studies you will lead the teaching team to ensure that those high standards are adhered to at all times and that teacher/student ratios are well managed. From induction of new teachers and new students through to professional development sessions you will work to attract and retain great teachers who will get the very best out of their students and will help us to maintain the excellent rates of recommendation that we enjoy across our schools. This is an excellent opportunity for an EFL Teacher with managerial experience is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader. A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: youll bring to the roleBachelors degreeTEFLQ Status - For example via a DELTA or equivalentAbility to deal with and resolve a high volume of queries efficientlyAbility to demonstrate safe recruitment practices leading to the hiring of exceptional staffAbility to develop learner autonomy with students Ability to find and present solutions to problemsAbility to manage and implement changeAbility to manage performance and development of staffWhat we doEvery year Kaplan International Languages (KIL) helps students from various countries to develop and improve their English language skills. With a network of schools spanning 6 countries KIL has the largest presence of any international language school in the English-speaking world. Our schools are in vibrant sought-after and convenient locations providing our students with the right environment to achieve their goals. We offer a wide selection of courses from General English and exam courses through to 8-month intensive programs.What we offerAs well as a competitive salary hybrid/home working where possible and paths for career progression we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:28 days annual leave*Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support servicesCompany pension contributionsMaternity Adoption Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levelsMedicash Health Cash Plan*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.How to applyPlease apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11pm on 24th October 2025. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.Additional Application InformationKaplan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.This role involves working with learners who are under 18 years old and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with our background-checking policy. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure (including childrens barred list) via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to confirm their suitability to work with children and young addition to the DBS check for roles that include teaching or coaching a Prohibition from Teaching Check will be completed through the Teaching Regulation Agency. Please be aware that it is an offense to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.Application Support If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable AdjustmentsAt Kaplan International we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age disability sex sexual orientation gender reassignment or identity pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview. Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1