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Current Job Opportunities

• • EFL Teachers
  • EFL Teachers for Young Learners and Vacation Courses

EFL Teachers

We are inviting applications from qualified EFL teachers for our long established Adult courses.

Job Description
Our bustling summer centre is seeking dynamic and innovative EFL teachers for multi-lingual classes of adults (aged 16+).

The successful candidates will:

• • • Teach between 25 and 30 x 45 minute lessons per week.
    • Follow an established curriculum.
    • Plan and deliver high quality and engaging lessons.
    • Complete any necessary administration e.g. registers, weekly plans, student reports etc.
    • Assist in the placement testing and induction of new students.
    • Continued Professional Development to share ideas and best practice.
    • Promote the wellbeing and safeguard the welfare of the students at all times.

Salary and Benefits

• • • Lesson rate dependent on qualifications and experience.
    • Extremely pleasant campus near central Bournemouth with good transport links. There is a restaurant on site. (Please note this is a non-residential school and teachers are responsible for finding their own accommodation.)

Qualifications

• • • TEFL Qualification (UCLES CELTA or equivalent as minimum or UCLES DELTA or equivalent as preferred).
      And
      Level 6 qualification; bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
    • Or for teaching Under 18s only:
      PGCE in a relevant field (e.g. Secondary MFL or English LIT/LANG or Primary KS2/KS3)
    • Experience and local knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.

Application

Please send your completed application by email to: educationCV@anglo-continental.com

Due to the large number of applicants, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion if you have not heard from us in 28 working days.

All Anglo-Continental stakeholders, including volunteers, are committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of both children and adults. As part of this commitment, we follow a safer recruitment policy. We will actively seek reasons that the applicant should not be employed in activities where they have responsibility for, or significant contact with persons under 18. This includes following up references, and obtaining satisfactory explanations of any gaps in work history; in addition to proof of identity and qualifications. All necessary checks for suitability, including a DBS check, are prerequisite for confirmation of appointment.

EFL Teachers for Young Learners and Vacation Courses

EFL Teachers for Young Learners and Vacation Courses 

Anglo – Continental, one of Bournemouth’s leading English Language Schools, is inviting applications from qualified EFL teachers for our long established Young Learner courses.

Job Description

Our bustling summer centre is seeking dynamic and innovative EFL teachers for multi-lingual classes of 10 to 16 year olds.

The successful candidates will:

• • • Teach between 20 and 30 x 45 minute lessons per week.
    • Follow an established curriculum.
    • Plan and deliver high quality, fun and engaging lessons.
    • Complete any necessary administration e.g. registers, weekly plans, student reports etc.
    • Assist in the placement testing and induction of new students.
    • Act according to accepted professional standards and comply with Anglo-Continental procedures and code of practice at all times.
    • Promote the wellbeing and safeguard the welfare of the students at all times.

Salary and Benefits

• • • Lesson rate dependent on qualifications and experience.
    • A bespoke Young Learners’ curriculum and plentiful teaching resources and equipment are available and we provide regular teacher development sessions and support.
    • Extremely pleasant campus near central Bournemouth with good transport links. There is a restaurant on site. (Please note this is a non-residential school and teachers are responsible for finding their own accommodation.)

Qualifications

• • • TEFL Qualification (UCLES CELTA or equivalent as minimum or UCLES DELTA or equivalent as preferred).
      And
      Level 6 qualification; bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
    • Or for teaching Under 18s only:
      PGCE in a relevant field (e.g. Secondary MFL or English LIT/LANG or Primary KS2/KS3)
    • Experience and local knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.
    • Interested in becoming an EFL teacher?  Click here for more information about attending an Anglo-Continental Teacher Training Course.

Application

Please send your completed application by email to: EducationCV@anglo-continental.com

Please note that due to the large number of applicants, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion if you have not heard from us within 28 working days.

All Anglo-Continental stakeholders, including volunteers, are committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of both children and adults. As part of this commitment, we follow a safer recruitment policy. We will actively seek reasons that the applicant should not be employed in activities where they have responsibility for, or significant contact with persons under 18. This includes following up references, and obtaining satisfactory explanations of any gaps in work history; in addition to proof of identity and qualifications. All necessary checks for suitability, including a DBS check, are prerequisite for confirmation of appointment.

Equal Opportunities Disclaimer

The Anglo-Continental Educational Group is an equal opportunity employer and it is the organisation’s policy to treat job applicants and employees in the same way, regardless of their race, colour, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, pregnancy, maternity, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or marital/civil partnership status. Prospective applicants from abroad should only apply if they are legally eligible for employment in the UK. Suitable applicants should be from a member country of the European Economic Area or Commonwealth, or have already obtained a visa allowing entry into the UK and permitting employment. The Anglo-Continental Educational Group does not apply for work permits for prospective employees. Download our full Equal Opportunities Policy

Safeguarding (Child and Adult at Risk Protection Policy)

As part of our safeguarding policy, ALL potential candidates when being invited to participate in a face-to-face, telephone or skype interview are given the following information. All temporary staff will now be asked to pay for an Enhanced DBS check which Anglo-Continental will carry out. The current cost is £50 and this amount will be deducted from their first salary payment. This check is valid for three years. Anglo-Continental will then pay for any further checks if required.

Anglo-Continental accepts students under the age of 18 years and the law classifies these young people as children. As a consequence, Anglo-Continental has implemented a number of safeguarding systems and procedures during the recruitment process. Potential employees are informed that references will be followed up; all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily; proof of identity and qualifications will be required; reference requests will ask specifically whether there is any reason that they should not be employed in situations where they have responsibility for, or access to, persons under 18 years of age. In the case of temporary staff, the cost of the enhanced DBS check will be deducted from their first salary. Staff are reminded that it is a criminal offence to provide false information. In addition, interviews will include questions that probe candidate’s attitudes to safeguarding children. All staff will be required to sign a declaration that they have not been convicted of a crime against a child or a vulnerable adult.

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Select the course and accommodation options you are interested in, and we can provide you with a price.  The calculator should be used as a guide only and does not represent a quotation. Please contact us for a confirmed price.  

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Payment of Fees

International Payment (Pay in Your Own Currency)

You can arrange an online bank transfer or credit card payment via Flywire. This is our preferred payment method.  The fees must be paid in full before course commencement. Fees can also be paid by cheque, bank transfer or credit/debit card.  When you make a payment, please state your name and student reference number.

Bank Transfer

To pay in £ Sterling: Lloyds TSB Bank Plc, 45 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH1 1ED, England Account Name: Anglo-Continental Account Number: 01 91 75 58 Sort Code: 30-91-08 (Please inform your bank that you will pay all bank transfer charges both in your own country and in England, and send us a copy of the Bank’s Transfer Confirmation as proof of payment.)

Payment via a Company or Sponsor

You must provide us with the Company or Sponsor’s details (if you are using the online enrolment form, you will be asked to provide these in the process). Details we require:

• Company/Sponsor’s name
• Full address and postal code
• Country
• Name of person responsible for payment
• Telephone number
• Mobile number
• Email address

Our Transfer Services

• Adult Coach and Car Transfer Services 2024
• Young Learners and Vacation Students Coach and Car Transfer Services 2024
• Public Airport Transfers

Travel Information

View our information on public coach transfers.  Advanced reservation is not possible for public coach transfer.

Reservation and confirmation

Anglo-Continental car and coach transfers must be booked no later than 10 days before the date of arrival, stating:

• Name and address
• Mobile telephone number
• Student reference number
• Date of arrival
• Time of arrival
• Flight number
• Airport of departure
• Airport of arrival
• Details of connecting flight if applicable
• Departure details

Arrival at the Airport

When you leave the Customs Hall, look for our Representative carrying a sign with the name of the school.

Full details of the meeting point are given in the confirmation documents.

Delayed Arrival

You are allowed two hours’ waiting time from the advised arrival time, free of charge. If you are delayed further, for whatever reason, the driver will wait for up to an additional 2 hours and you will be charged in accordance with the published tariff.

Help Telephone Numbers

In the case of a problem during your transfer, please contact the emergency telephone number given in the school confirmation documents.

Security Procedure

You will never be asked by our representative/driver to make any additional payments. Do not give your student reference number to anyone. Our representative/driver will quote your student reference number to you – please make sure it is correct before accepting the transfer.

Do not accept an airport transfer from anyone except our authorised representative/ driver who has quoted your student reference number.

You can recognise our representatives by the Anglo-Continental sign they carry.

Luggage allowance – airlines

Please note that airlines apply different luggage restrictions (i.e. size, weight, contents and number of items). We advise you to check with the airline before you travel.

Luggage allowance – car and coach transfers

Your free allowance is one piece of luggage of a standard size and shape weighing not more than 23kg, plus one item of hand luggage of not more than 10kg.

If your luggage does not conform with the above, an additional charge may have to be made. it is important that you advise us in advance if there is excess baggage so we can make appropriate arrangements, otherwise you may find that the excess luggage cannot travel with you and there may additional charges.

Possible waiting times for coach transfers

It is our aim to get you to Bournemouth as soon as possible. Please take into account the following: flights may be delayed, late release of luggage, UK Border Control, Customs Control and heavy road traffic. Depending on the time you enter the arrival hall, you may have to wait more than one hour for the next coach departure.

Transfers on British public holidays

Transfers on British public holidays may have a surcharge; please contact us for a special price.

Cancellation

Notice of cancellation or change of a transfer must be received in writing by the school before 12.00 hours (British Time) on the Wednesday prior to the scheduled day of arrival or departure. If such notice is not received within the period stipulated, we incur obligations to the transport companies and therefore the full charge is due.

Liability and Insurance

We cannot accept responsibility for any delay in scheduled services, or if any service cannot be provided as specified, or for any loss, damage or injury to students or their property during travel. We advise you to take out personal insurance to cover yourself against these risks.

Payment

Payment for transfers must be made before the date of provision of the service. Any additional charges, such as delayed arrival, must be paid on the first day of school.

Fuel Surcharge

If a transportation company levies a surcharge because of an increase in the price of fuel, the additional cost will be charged to you.

Your Way to School

Your host family will make sure that you know how to find the school on your first morning, and your teachers will be waiting to help you from the moment you arrive. Allow plenty of time to make sure you are not late for the first activity of the day.

Your Entry Test

Your first day at school will begin with a short language test to enable us to establish your level of English. It is important, therefore, that you should be at the school by the time specified in your Confirmation of Enrolment. When you come for your test, please bring your Confirmation of Enrolment and written evidence that your course fees have been paid – either to Anglo-Continental or its Representative.

eAnglo

Make sure you have registered to use eAnglo – Anglo-Continental’s virtual learning environment.

Late Arrival

It is important that you arrive for the beginning of your course in order to avoid delay in placing you in a class appropriate to your level of English. If you are delayed and unable to be present at the time of the entry test, you should report to Student Services immediately on arrival.

Afternoon

If you have no afternoon lessons on your first day, after lunch you may wish to explore the campus, pay a brief visit to the town centre, or join in the school’s social activity.

Class Allocation

You will meet your Course Coordinator for notification of the class to which you have been allocated.  During class allocation, you will receive a Student Notebook and your timetable will be explained to you.  Providing you have handed your passport in to the school, you will also receive your Student Card at allocation.  Your questions will be answered and you will then be ready for the beginning of your lessons on the following day.  All you have to do is to check the location of your classroom to ensure that you will know where to go.

Students Under 18 Years of Age

If you are under 18, the Student Support Officer will hold a meeting with you during allocation to ensure that you are aware of the Anglo-Continental Guidelines for students under 18. You will also be asked to sign a statement to confirm that you understand and will follow these guidelines.

Your lessons

All adult lessons or study sessions are of 45 minutes duration.  Depending on your choice of course, they normally take place between 0845 and 1630 hours, Monday to Friday. Whichever course you choose, you will enjoy lively, communicative teaching to extend your knowledge of the language and develop your skills in listening and understanding, speaking, reading and writing. All your tuition will be in English, with the emphasis on easy comprehension and communication.

Educational advisory service

We offer a professional Educational Advisory Service which can help you if you wish to continue your education in a British or American College or University after your course with us.

Certificates and reports

On satisfactory completion of your course you will receive a Certificate of Studies indicating the school and the type and length of course attended. Individual tutorials with your class teacher every 8 weeks. Executive Courses – Individual tutorial during your first week and every 2 or 4 weeks thereafter, depending on the length of your course. If you complete a course of 12 weeks or more, you can also ask for a detailed report on your academic achievement.

Examinations

More and more of our students wish to obtain internationally recognised qualifications in English to help them in their academic or professional careers. At Anglo-Continental we have a long record of success in preparing candidates for English Language Examinations, including those set by:

• the British Council/Cambridge English Language Assessment
• Cambridge English Language Assessment

Looking for more information? Get in touch Download Examination Dates and Fees 2023

SPORTS AND GAMES

• Play beach volleyball
• Swimming at the Stokewood Leisure Centre
• Play tennis at Winton Tennis Club
• Visit the spa and swimming pool at the Littledown Centre
• Play golf at Meyrick Park Golf Club
• Aerobics at Stokewood Leisure Centre
• Watch a football match at Bournemouth Football Club
• Take Surfing lessons at Boscombe Pier
• Take Windsurfing Lessons in Poole
• Hire a Bike and go cycling in the New Forest National Park
• Go Horse Riding in the New Forest National Park
• Join Bournemouth Table Tennis Club
• Play pool Sharkey’s Sports Bar

FUN ACTIVITIES

• Go on the Pier Zip Wire at the end of Bournemouth Pier
• Rent a Beach Hut for the day
• Go Sea Fishing from Poole Quay
• Take a Speed Boat ride from Bournemouth
• Play Crazy Golf in Bournemouth Pleasure Gardens
• Visit Laser Quest Bournemouth
• Watch banger racing or go Go-Karting at Matchams
• Visit Poole Speedway
• Take dance lessons at Pavilion Dance
• Take helicopter or aeroplane flying lessons with Bliss Aviation
• Take Cuban Salsa classes
• Hire a Boat in Christchurch
• Go Crab fishing at Poole Quay
• Have fun at Splashdown Water Park at Tower Park
• Visit Buzz Bingo at Tower Park
• Have fun at  Tower Park complex where you can go to the Cinema or do Ten Pin Bowling
• Visit the New Forest Water Park
• Go Ape at Moors Valley Country Park
• Visit Max Events where you can do Quad bike riding or Clay Pigeon shooting
• Go Ice Skating
• Visit Dream Machines at Poole Quay (weekly event)
• Take an Aerial Sightseeing Tour of Bournemouth

MUSEUMS AND HISTORY

• Pay a visit to the Red House Museum and Gardens
• Visit the Russell-Cotes Museum
• Visit the Bovington Tank Museum
• Visit the Museum of Electricity at Christchurch
• Visit the Bournemouth Aviation Museum
• Visit the Sammy Miller Motorcycle museum in New Milton (Hampshire)
• See the ruins of Corfe Castle
• Visit St Peters Church in Bournemouth
• Visit Christchurch Priory

SHOPPING

• Shopping at Castlepoint Shopping Centre
• Visit Boscombe Market
• Shopping in Bournemouth
• Shopping at the Dolphin Shopping Centre in Poole
• Visit Wimborne town
• Christmas shopping at the traditional German Market in Bournemouth
• Go to a car boot sale at Ashley Heath or Wimborne
• Go shopping at Southampton’s West Quay where there are also many places to eat

WALKS AND PLACES TO VISIT

• Take a bus trip to Swanage and enjoy a typical English coastal town
• Take a Steam Train trip from Swanage to Corfe Castle
• Take the Sandbanks Chain Ferry to Studland
• Do Horse riding in Studland
• Walk along Bournemouth Promenade and enjoy Bournemouth Amusements
• Take a bus to Wimborne and visit the Model Town
• Walk the Jurassic Coast Heritage site
• Visit Durlston Country Park
• Take a Bus to  Hengistbury Head
• Take a Boat trip to Brownsea Island
• Visit the Oceanarium on Bournemouth Pier
• Ride the Land Train along Bournemouth promenade
• Pay a visit to Monkey World
• Visit Liberty’s Raptor Centre
• Visit Durdle Door
• Visit Highcliffe Castle

PARKS AND GARDENS

• Walk in Bournemouth’s Pleasure Gardens and see the lovely Aviary
• Walk in Boscombe Gardens
• Visit Poole Park
• Visit Winton Recreation Ground
• Feed the Ducks at Christchurch Priory
• Visit Compton Acres

THINGS TO DO IN THE EVENING

• See a show at the Bournemouth Pavilion or Bournemouth International Centre
• Experience the Camel Bar
• Go to a Drive In movie
• Fireworks at Poole Quay (Summertime)
• Fireworks at Bournemouth Pier (Summertime)
• Candle illuminations in Bournemouth Pleasure Gardens
• Visit the Thomas Tripp – a traditional English pub
• Visit Pubs on the Quay in Poole
• Watch the Flotilla of Lights at Poole Quay (December)

CULTURAL AND CREATIVE

• Watch a show or pantomime at the Bournemouth Pavilion or the Lighthouse 
• Get creative at All Fired Up (Cafe and ceramic painting)
• Attend a cookery class at Flavours School of Cookery
• Listen to live music at Mr Kyps
• Visit  Museums in Dorset
• Catch a show on Bournemouth Bandstand
• Visit Brownsea Open Air Theatre
• Go to a concert at Meyrick Park
• Visit The Winchester Pub to listen to live music
• Visit the Library

FOOD AND DRINK

• Enjoy Fish and Chips on Bournemouth Pier
• Have Afternoon Tea at the Miramar Hotel
• Have a Sunday Roast at the Toby Carvery
• Go out for dinner in Bournemouth at the many lovely restaurants
• Visit the award winning West Beach Restaurant
• Have a BBQ on the Beach

How many nationalities do we have at the school?

Every year Anglo-Continental welcome students from 70+ different countries. 

What is the average number of students at any one time?

During the months of June, July and August: 550 – 1100.

Outside the summer months: 300 – 650.

How far are the homestays?

Between 5 minutes walk and 40 minutes by bus.

Why do homestay families welcome students from Anglo-Continental?

Anglo-Continental has an excellent reputation for looking after our host families.  As a large school open all the year round, we can offer our most popular families students throughout the year. This means we have regular contact with the families. Plus, as our fees are on the higher side, as one host family once told us “Anglo-Continental attracts a better class of student!”

In addition, our dependable and detailed administration system allows us to provide our homestay with reliable information regarding the students we allocate to them, something that has been mentioned to us on numerous occasions when we are compared with other schools in the area.

How does a family become an Anglo-Continental homestay?

All homestay are selected under the criteria laid down by Accreditation UK (British Council and English UK).  If a family is interested in hosting students for Anglo-Continental, they can send their initial enquiry via the Anglo-Continental website (Accommodation → Become a Host family → Online Homestay Enquiry Form).  Once initial contact has been made and, provided that the address falls within an acceptable distance from the school with adequate transport links, the Anglo-Continental Homestay team will then contact the potential host family and send them an application form.  If the homestay feels that they wish to continue, they will complete the application form which supplies us with information we require concerning their property, their family, their interests and confirms the facilities they can provide.  It will also ask the homestay to provide a gas safety certificate, fire escape plan and risk assessment, as well as names and contact details of two referees.  On receipt of their application, assuming all details are acceptable, we will arrange for a Viewing Representative to visit the property and see all the rooms in the property.  This visit will confirm that the details given on the application form are correct and will also allow us to judge the atmosphere of the home, the personality of the family members and the opportunity for our students to further their studies by way of conversation.  The conditions for the provision of homestay accommodation is detailed in the Homestay Handbook available to all on the Anglo-Continental homestay webpage.

Once the visit is complete, the report of the viewing representative along with the application will be considered and only then will a final decision be made on the acceptance of the homestay.

How do we select an Anglo-Continental homestay for a student?

When we receive a request for homestay accommodation from a student we take into consideration the information we receive about their personal requirements and any preferences they may have. Particular areas of interest to us are:

• Food and dietary requirements particularly related to religion
• Medical requirements
• Allergies
• Religious persuasion
• Pets in the homestay
• Children in the homestay
• Smoking
• Specific interests

Once we have a ‘profile’ of the student we can exercise a more detailed search of our homestay database which will help us to make the best possible allocation.

“OK, a homestay has been approved but how do you make sure everything is going well for the first student?”

If a student is placed with a new homestay, we will interview the student during his/her first week to ensure that the student is comfortable in the home.

What happens if problems occur within the homestay?

We encourage our students to tell us about any problems that might arise, and we try to resolve them by discussing these issues with the homestay.

Is there a member of staff that the students can talk to about a ‘sensitive’ issue?

Yes, we have a fully trained Student Support Team at Anglo-Continental who can provide confidential help and advice.

What is different about an Executive homestay?

An Executive homestay provides:

• A spacious and comfortably furnished single room, either with an en-suite bathroom or with the exclusive use of a shower or bathroom.
• Internet access.
• A varied three-course evening meal with a glass of wine or beer.
• A full laundry service (washing and ironing).

What is different about Young Learners’ homestay (10 – 16 years)?

• 10-13 year olds may not leave their accommodation without the supervision of an adult.
• 14-16 year-olds may only do so with the written permission of their parent or guardian. If they have permission to go out unaccompanied, they must be back home by 22.00 hours.
• Our homestays have the number of our 24-hour emergency telephone should they become concerned about a  late return of their student.
• Young Learners will normally share a twin-bedded room with another student of the same sex who has a similar age but, where possible, not of the same mother tongue unless requested. i.e. sharing with a friend or sibling.
• Homestay will attend to their students’ laundry as they would for members of their own family without extra charge.
• All families that provide accommodation to  Young Learner students are required to sign a declaration regarding suitability to foster children privately under the Childrens Act 1989 (Part IX), stating that there is no reason why they, or any member of their family over 16 years of age, should not take care of Young Learner students.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly an Enhanced CRB check)
  All families that accommodate students under 16 years of age will be required on an individual basis to complete an online application in order to obtain an Enhanced DBS check. Anglo-Continental will pay for the Enhanced Disclosures to be obtained and we will process the application. The DBS checks will need to be completed for all family members over the age of 18 years.

What is the ratio of staff to students on Young Learners Courses?

Young Learners Courses staff ratio to students: 1:7

What is the difference between V-2.20 and G-1.20 as both offer 20 lessons per week and are offered to students over 16 years?

Course V-2.20

• Available during June, July and August.
• Students are aged 16 – 20 years.
• Operates an alternating timetable with lessons in the morning one week and in the afternoon the following week.
• A full day excursion per week is included in the fees as well as some leisure
  activities.
• Generally a lighter approach to the language learning experience.

Course G-1.20

• Available all the year round
• Students of all ages over 16 study on this course but the average age is 26.
• Access to the Multi Media Learning Centre
• Progress carefully monitored by means of tests every 3 or 4 weeks
• Excursions are at extra charge
• Lessons are normally held in the morning although an alternating timetable can occur.

Are the books/educational material included in the fees?

Yes, educational material is included in the course fees.

How much is the enrolment/registration fee?

There is no separate enrolment or registration fee.

When must fees be paid to Anglo-Continental?

Four weeks prior to course commencement.

What are the cancellation charges?

No cancellation charges are made if an enrolment is cancelled up to four weeks prior to course commencement. After this a fee of £500 is charged.

What if my visa is not issued?

Send the visa refusal letter to us and all fees paid less an administrative charge of £ 100 will be refunded.

Do students receive a Certificate at the end of their Course?

Yes, providing that they have 80% attendance and successfully completed the course.

Do students have access to the Internet?

In the Multi-Media Learning Centre at Wimborne Road, all students who are enrolled on our Adult Programmes have access to the Internet and printers. The MMLC is usually open from 13.30 – 16.30 hours, Monday to Friday.

Free wireless internet access is available in the Student Centre from 08.30 to 16.30 hours, Monday to Friday. Computers with internet access are also available to students in the Student Centre.

Free wireless internet access is available in Building 29 at Wimborne Road to Young Learners who bring their own wireless-enabled devices.

Homestay sometimes allow students to access the internet in their homes but as the number who can provide frequently changes we cannot provide a guarantee.

In this section you will find useful dates and links, as well as further information about Anglo-Continental.