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Bede's Summer School offers an unforgettable experience in a busy, fast-paced, varied and fun environment working with students and colleagues from around the world.
Based in 5 excellent centres located in the South-East of England we offer a huge variety of core and specialist courses catering for students ages 6-20 years old.
All of our students and staff live in centre which means you will be part of a truly international community. Along with your regular duties, you will be fully involved in looking after the pastoral and welfare needs of the students which can give a huge sense of achievement and satisfaction.
There are a variety of roles available but most staff join Bede's as either an EFL Teacher, Activity Leader or House Parent. There are also some positions available for Administrators and managerial positions are available for suitably-qualified, skilled and experienced staff such as Centre Director, Academic Manager, Activity Manager and Welfare Manager. Whatever your role, you will find working at one of our centres immensely rewarding, which is why many staff choose to join us year after year.
JOB APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY CLOSED. Please register your interest for 2026 above.
To apply:
New Staff click here.
Returners click here.
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Managers
| Induction Type | Centre | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Managers |
All Centres |
24 June 2025 to 28 June 2025 (5 days) |
Registration will start from 8am before the induction commences. |
Senior & Administrators 1
| Induction Type | Centre | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Seniors & Administrators |
Eastbourne, Dicker, Lancing & Brighton |
27 June 2025 to 28 June 2025 (2 days) |
Registration will start from 8am before the induction commences. |
General 1
| Induction Type | Centre | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
General Staff |
Eastbourne, Dicker, Lancing & Brighton |
Online Day- TBC 28 June 2025 (2 days) |
Registration will start from 8am before the induction commences. |
Senior & Administrators 2
| Induction Type | Centre | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Seniors & Administrators |
Week 2 Royal Russell & Windlesham |
04 July 2025-05 July 2025 (2 days) |
Registration will start from 8am before the induction commences. |
General 2
| Induction Type | Centre | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
General Staff |
Week 2 Royal Russell & Windlesham |
Online Day- TBC 05 July 2025 (2 days) |
Registration will start from 8am before the induction commences. |
| Administrator | From £760 |
| Senior Academic, Welfare or Activity Manager | £1,020 |
| Academic Manager | From £910 |
| Activity and House Leader | From £655 |
| Activity Manager | From £875 |
| Centre Director | From £1,070 |
| EFL Teacher (5 Day) | From £600 |
| EFL Teacher (6 Day) | From £730 |
| EFL Teacher - Pathways to Higher Education (6 Day) | £805 |
| House Parents | From £685 |
| Senior Activity Leader | From £715 |
| Senior House Parent | From £710 |
| Senior Teacher (TEFL-Q) | From £860 |
| Senior Teacher (TEFL-I) | From £810 |
| Additonal Subject Teacher (Academies, per week taught) | £70 |
| Welfare Manager | From £900 |
Salaries do not include Holiday Pay, paid at 12.07% on top of weekly rate, and includes full board accommodation.
A returner bonus of £10 applies for all staff returning to the same position from 2024 in 2025.
Free Accommodation
We offer seasonal staff free accommodation during their employment. This extra is worth £63.70 per week and is equivalent to an annual allowance of £3,312.40
Free Meals
All Summer School staff are entitled to free breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.
Sports Facilities
During permitted times, staff are allowed to use the site sporting facilities, such as tennis courts, squash courts, sports hall, AstroTurf, swimming pool and gym. Please note that not all facilities are available at every centre.
Training & Growth
We provide robust training sessions for all staff, we thoroughly believe that well trained and fully supported staff is the key to the success and smooth running of our programmes. Staff also receive weekly CPD sessions to provide additional training and act as a forum to disucss relevant topics or issues, and share ideas.
Future Promotion
After the summer, the Head Office team look at staff who have been outstanding during the summer and gone above and beyond to ensure the programme is successful. These staff may be considered for the opportunity to work in a more senior role for the next summer. We also encourage staff to ask to shadow any roles they would like to learn more about, this offers the opportunity for you to gain valuable experience both professionally and personally.
DBS Check
Upon a successful job offer, Bede's Summer School will apply for a DBS check for you which is paid for by the school. We also require all staff to join the update service once you have received your DBS certificate, this is an annual payment of £16, which will be reimbursed to you each year you work with us - this allows any furture employers to check the status of your certificate, and, so long as you keep hold of the original certificate, means you will not need to apply for a new one.
Qualifications
A number of qualifications are funded by Bede’s in full such as First Aid and Lifeguard. Financial assistance towards the DELTA & CELTA may also be available to long returning staff should the budget allow, if they wish to upskill themselves and commit to returning to Bede's for more seasons as per contractual agreement.
Accommodation is offered to all staff but we also welcome applications from staff who live in the local area and prefer to live at home. Residential staff members will be offered accommodation at their centre of employment or in cases where staff accommodation may be limited, at a local guesthouse / hotel or at another Bede’s centre; in this case, transport will be provided.
Whilst we like to try and offer staff single rooms, in some centres and weeks this isn't possible and staff will be required to share rooms. We will always do our best to limit this from occuring!
We provide high levels of training for our staff since we firmly believe that well-trained and fully-supported staff is key to the success of our programmes.
Staff Induction
A comprehensive and mandatory online and in person staff induction prior to the start of Summer School is organised to provide training in key areas such as Child Protection, Health & Safety, Prevent, Staff Code of Conduct, Data Protection, Managing Juniors and much more.
Managers’ Induction
A 5-day induction (including preparation time) is provided for Managers.
Input Sessions
Teachers, Activity Leaders and House Parents receive a weekly Input Session (30 minutes) to provide additional training and a forum to discuss relevant topics / issues and share ideas.
Lesson Preparation
Preparation time is scheduled into the working day for all teachers. During this time, the Academic Manager / Senior Teacher is on hand to offer support and guidance.
Observations
All Teachers, Activity Leaders and House Parents are observed delivering lessons / activities sessions at least once during their period of employment and given feedback.
Appraisals & End of Employment Evaluations
All staff are given a short appraisal in the first two weeks of their employment with Bede's Summer School which allows them to evaluate their performance and identify strengths and areas in which to develop.
Qualifications
Bede's funds the full cost (course fees only) of the RLSS NPLQ lifeguard and first aid (First Aid at Work / Appointed Person / Emergency First Aid/ Paediatric First Aid) qualifications. Financial assistance for the DELTA & CELTA may also be considered for returning teachers, after signing a training fund agreement.
Our recruitment and selection policy:
a) Is fair and consistent
b) Is non-discriminatory on the grounds of sex, race, age, religion, disability or sexual orientation
c) Conforms to statutory regulations and agreed best practice
Bede's Code of Conduct
Equality and Diversity Policy
Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy
Whistleblowing Policy
Contact us via any of the following links
Email: summer.recruitment@bedes.org
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