"CLAC is a fantastic summer school to work at. My first summer there was also my first qualified teaching gig and I was given so much support to help me through that first experience. Even though I have a few years teaching under my belt now, I get as excited as that first time when I go back every summer. There’s always a fantastic staff team that you can rely on to help you, not only with any problems but to unwind and relax on your day off. As most of the students have been to CLAC before (or have a relative or friend as an ex-student) they really appreciate the staff and what CLAC offers them and so are simply a pleasure to work with. But be warned: CLAC is an addiction! One summer and you’ll never want to miss it again!"
Language Learning Experience
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Why work at CLAC?
- CLAC is a small, family-run company that prides itself on its family atmosphere. If you want to really feel part of something, this is the place to come.
- CLAC provides staff with much more than just teaching experience. You will have the opportunity to participate in a wide and varied range of activities.
- Our schools are all set in beautiful surroundings, in either West Sussex or Cambridge.
- At CLAC, both students and staff find that they make lasting friendships, that last long past the end of the course. We have an extremely high (over 50%) return rate amongst both staff and students.
What you can expect from a CLAC course:
- At CLAC, you will be part of a supportive team that has been successfully operating courses for over 25 years.
- All accommodation and meals will be provided. There are no hidden expenses.
- You will get the chance to contribute your ideas and enthusiasm to all areas of the course.
- Above all you can expect to have FUN!
Dates of 2012 summer courses:
Lavant House/ Great Ballard: Friday 6th July to Sunday 5th August
Slindon College: Friday 6th July to Sunday 12th August (4 week contracts may also be available).
List of Current Vacancies
Language Teachers: Language teachers are an important part of the CLAC team, teaching students in the classroom for up to 20 hours per week and also participating in the social programme. All CLAC teachers must have a degree and either a Cambridge CELTA or Trinity TESOL qualification. Minibus driving experience is an advantage.
Contact us for the full Job Description.
Course Assistants: The role of the Course Assistant is to assist in the smooth running of the course by doing small tasks for the Director and teachers as necessary and helping the Social Organiser with the setting up and carrying out of the daily sports and activity programme. Course Assistants must be at least 18 years old, with a high level of English.
The application process has 3 stages:
- Application
- Interview
- Reference checking
Applying:
You can apply using the Quick CV Upload feature, by email to jobs@clac.org.uk, or by post to “The Recruitment Manager, CLAC, 10 Shelford Park Avenue, Great Shelford, Cambridge, CB22 5LU”
Interview:
If we feel you could be suitable to work on one of our courses, you will be contacted to arrange an interview. Where possible, and depending on your location, the interview will be carried out face-to-face. Interviews are usually carried out in either Cambridge or London. If a face-to-face interview is not possible, the interview will be done via Skype video call.
Reference checking:
As a legal requirement, you will be asked to provide details of two referees. These will be followed up before a decision can be made on your employment. You will also be asked to explain any time gaps in your application.
All applicants that are chosen to work for CLAC will be asked to sign a contract and a disclaimer to state that they have no previous criminal convictions. You will also be asked to provide documents to allow a CRB check to be run.
"Working at CLAC is a very rewarding, fulfilling experience. You work as a team, living together on an everyday basis, which helps to build long lasting and deep friendships. What do I love about CLAC? It is a very rich time. You enjoy every second of sharing your culture with staff and students and learning from them too. It is a chance to be working in a beautiful area, very typical to Britain. You become a part of a big family, which each year you look forward to returning to. Come and join the team. We are always happy to see old faces and welcome new ones!"