Seasonal Recruitment
Work with us this summer
We are proud of our summer staff and are always delighted to see so many return to work with us every year. See below for the available roles this summer.
First of all, we would like to thank you for your interest in applying to work for Bucksmore in 2023. In 2022, we welcomed over 700 students to our programmes, and we could not have done it without the outstanding dedication, enthusiasm and passion of our staff.
Our 2023 recruitment season has now started, so please do send in your applications if you would like to work with us.
Working in summer schools is a rewarding experience for both students and staff, and Bucksmore aims to make our courses ones that our students never forget. The Bucksmore philosophy is for students to mix with their fellow students and staff wherever possible to make their time with us a rich and genuinely international cultural experience.
Students attend different academic courses (receiving English language tuition or tutor-led classes) but all take part in a comprehensive activity programme including up to two full day-excursions and one half-day trip every week. There are activities every afternoon and evening with the excursions and trips spread throughout the working week.
More information on our recruitment process can be found here.
Below is the current list of roles that we are taking applications for. Dates and location availability are subject to change.
Centre Manager
Bucksmore Centre Manager Job Description 2023
The Centre Manager (CM) is responsible for the day-to-day management of a centre and is responsible for its smooth running. It is the most senior post at the centre. The CM is in charge of all aspects of the centre, from managing finance, budgets, staffing and accommodation, dealing with clients and liaising with College staff. Forming the head of each senior management team, the CM will directly line manage and work closely with an Academic manager and an Activities manager to ensure the smooth and successful day to day running of the centre. Apply here.
Activity Manager
Bucksmore Activity Manager Job Description 2023
The position of Activity Manager (AM) is a highly responsible and challenging role, suitable only for those with excellent leadership, communication, time management and organisational skills. The AM’s chief role is to plan and organise the activity programme and effectively manage the Counsellors involved in each activity. The AM will ensure that each activity is prepared, implemented and correctly supervised as set out by the Bucksmore Head Office. As one of the senior managers, the AM will work closely with the Centre Manager and Director of Studies to ensure the smooth day to day running of the centre. Apply here.
Director of Studies and Academic Manager
Academic Manager Job Description 2023
Directors of Studies (DoS) and Academic Managers on Bucksmore courses are responsible for the delivery of Academic programmes and the academic management and organisation of the centre. They work to ensure the curriculum is delivered effectively and meets the standards set out by the Head Office Academic Manager (indirect line management) and our accrediting bodies (e.g. British Council). Furthermore, as one of the three principle senior members of staff, the role works closely with the Centre Manager to aid the smooth and effective running of the centre. Both the Academic Manager and Activity Manager line manage the residential staff so good communication with the Activity Manager and administrative staff will ensure the most effective use of staff time outside of teaching duties. Apply here for DoS role, and here for the Academic Manager role.
EFL Counsellor
Bucksmore EFL Counsellor Job Description 2023
Bucksmore EFL Counsellors play an essential part in the delivery of our EFL academic programme, as well as the activities programme, ensuring that students who attend our programmes have an unforgettable educational experience in a safe, caring environment. Engaging with students in all aspects of a course ensures that both students and staff make the most out of their time on a summer course. Apply here.
Programme Counsellor – Advanced Studies and Young Professionals
Bucksmore Programme Counsellor Job Description 2023
Non-teaching Bucksmore Programme Counsellors play an essential part in assisting the delivery of our academic programme as well as the activities programme, ensuring that students who attend Bucksmore have an unforgettable educational experience in a safe, caring environment. Engaging with students in all aspects of a course ensure that both students and staff make the most out of their time on a summer course. Tutors that are highly experienced in their field deliver academic sessions, while Programme Counsellors help deliver practical projects and workshops relevant for students and their own background. The activity programmes comprise of daytime and evening activities alongside full and half-day trips to places of historical and cultural interest. Apply here.
Young Leaders Counsellor
Bucksmore Young Leaders Programme Counsellor Job Description 2023
Young Leaders (YL) Counsellors Counsellors play an essential part in the delivery of our EFL Young Leaders academic programme as well as the activities programme ensuring that students who attend our programmes have an unforgettable educational experience, engaging with students in all aspects of a course ensures that both students and staff make the most out of their time on a summer course. The YL programme is a challenging experience for students with a B1 level of English and above. The course is based on the UNs Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Apply here.
Activity Leader
Bucksmore Activity Leader Job Description 2023
Activity Leaders lead the students’ social programme. You should have a genuine enthusiasm to work with young people and be able to work independently, flexibly and as part of a team. The social programme consists of on-site activities (sports, drama, music, games, discos, etc.) and excursions to other parts of the UK. You will also be the first contact for students when they arrive at the airport. This is mainly a non-residential role at Bucksmore; however, we have limited residential Activity Leader vacancies in some centres. Apply here.
Tutors – Specialist Programmes (non-residential)
Bucksmore Academic Tutor Job Description 2023
Tutors on our Advanced Studies Programme and Young Professionals teach specific subjects to students from across the world. All our Tutors need to have experience of tutoring, Higher education in the relevant subject area and enthusiasm to teach motivated and bright young adults. Apply here.
Registrar
Our larger Bucksmore Centres require admin and welfare staff to assist the centre management teams. The Registrar role is there to support the Centre Manager on Transfer days working on schedules and rooming along with other welfare duties.