Syllabi Writers

Remote

Seasonal

Experienced

Twin Group is an award-winning provider of education, travel, work experience, accommodation, and employment services. We offer a diverse number of life-enhancing services to our clients and every member of our team is essential in achieving this.

We are proud that our summer centres run from 4 to 6 weeks per annum, our students, who are under the age of 18*, come from all over the world, typically staying for 13 nights where they complete a 30-hour English Language Course along with activities on-site, half-day and full day excursions, and evening activities.

Twin Summer Centres are offering residential full-board and non-residential summer contracts at 8 different UK locations; Canterbury, London Docklands, London Greenwich, Nottingham, Crowthorne, Lincoln, Gloucester and Norwich.

The syllabus writers have overall responsibility for researching and compiling project curriculums and syllabus design ensuring that it is closely aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Defined learning outcomes must be articulated in ‘can do’ descriptors. Approach(es) to be taken, e.g., Task-Based Learning and Communicative Approach to name a few.

The Syllabus Writer must initially carry out research into weekly excursions and devise accompanying project-based lessons. This must include intended learning outcomes with reference to the curriculum, syllabus, course programme/schemes of work, learner needs and course materials. Writers will create class-ready PowerPoint presentations with accompanying notes for teachers and deliver practical CPD training sessions on how to deliver, ensuring materials are delivered to a high standard maximising student engagement and learning.

Responsibilities

Must take learner needs, interests and cultural background into account
Incorporate a variety of teaching approaches as appropriate
Formulate clear and achievable intended learning outcomes
Formulate coherent and achievable stages and stage aims
Consider learner-centredness for language skills: formulate detailed language analysis of meaning, form, pronunciation (and appropriacy, as necessary)
Consider learner participation and detailed anticipated problems
For skills: focus on achievable intended learning outcomes in terms of learner development of sub-skills
Include a variety of interaction patterns to support learner participation and effective classroom interaction.
incorporate authentic use of language
Incorporate self- and peer evaluation by learners
Include content and language feedback following the speaking/writing stages
Build in evaluation metrics to assess achievement of intended learning
Include provisions for the reasonable accommodation of learners with specific needs
Revise, edit and update content as necessary
Ensure content aligns with learning outcomes
Include some reflection on the lesson and learning
Compile teacher guides and notes, detailing how to effectively use class materials within an EFL setting
Devise and deliver CPD sessions on materials
Oversee delivery to high standards maximising student learning
Oversee classroom observations on project-based classes, provide feedback

Education /Qualification

Diploma level qualification (DELTA/Trinity TESOL Diploma and/or MA with a substantial element of observed teaching practice) (Essential)
Educated to degree level

Skills and Experience
Essential

Background in EFL syllabus writing.

Desirable, but not essential:

Summer School experience
First Aid Training
Proven experience teaching young learners/teenagers
Safeguarding / Child Protection Course Level 1 or higher (to be completed before commencement of employment).
Be up to date with the latest educational trends, methodologies and technologies
Adhere to copyright laws and maintain ethical writing standards

Additional Information
Salary: up to £30,000.00 per annum depending on experience
Location: Remote
Contract: Fixed-term full-time (Expected to be into the summer period TBC)
Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:30, please note that some out-of-hours will be required dependent on candidate availability.
Benefits: up to 25 days annual leave pro-rota + bank holidays + Birthday Day off, per year; 5 days paid sick leave per year; Employee referral scheme; Pension contributions; Career development opportunities; 2 volunteering days per year; ability to purchase additional annual leave per year; Death in service benefit, including an Employee Assistance Programme.

Please Note:
The successful candidate must be able to work in the UK.
Twin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a standard or an enhanced disclosure via the DBS, depending on the role itself.

All gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily.
Proof of identity and qualifications will be required.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a one-hour on-line safeguarding training prior to commencing employment.

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