Academic Manager – Summer School

About the role

EF Sliema Summer School is looking for an enthusiastic and confident leader to oversee the academic programme for students aged 10 to 16 from around the world. This year‑round position is part‑time (≈20% of full‑time) from September to May and becomes full‑time during the June‑August summer period.

Key responsibilities

• Work closely with the Summer Management Team to deliver an exceptional student experience.
• Line‑manage three Academic Coordinators, providing guidance, support and regular feedback.
• Recruit, train and support a teaching team of more than 45 teachers.
• Conduct regular team meetings and one‑to‑one feedback sessions with teachers.
• Schedule classes, students and classrooms using the relevant computer systems.
• Carry out teacher observations and provide constructive feedback for professional development.
• Organise and lead graduation ceremonies and handle associated administrative requirements.
• Participate in the emergency duty rota.

Required profile

• Minimum TEFL qualification (CELTA preferred).
• Availability to work part‑time (≈20%) September‑May and full‑time June‑August.
• Strong leadership skills with previous management or team‑leading experience.
• Previous teaching experience, preferably in an international or multicultural setting.
• Confidence using administrative and scheduling systems.
• Commitment to delivering the highest standards of customer service.
• Sociable, positive and engaging personality with the ability to motivate others.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to provide an enhanced DBS check and two professional references.
• Right to work in Malta at the commencement of the contract.

What we offer

• Work in a truly international and multicultural environment.
• Enhance your CV with experience at a world‑renowned organisation.
• Regular social events and year‑round international travel opportunities.
• Encouragement to innovate, take ownership of ideas and bring them to life.
• Access to a wealth of teaching resources and a comprehensive curriculum.
• Use of EF Hello language‑learning resources.