- Deadline: Tue 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 UTC
- Italy: Palmi.
Company Information
The Stamford School of English was founded in 1999 by the current Director, Samantha Dyer. The school delivers general English language and exam courses for students of all ages and levels. It is an authorised Cambridge exam Centre and runs exams for its own students and for external candidates from all over the province. Since 2003, the school has been accredited by AISLi - the prestigious Italian Association of language schools - and undergoes regular inspections to maintain its membership. Close * Experience: 3 YEARS
- Number of positions: 1
- Degree Required
- Applicant must have permission to work in the EU or hold a valid work permit for employment in the EU.
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Job Summary
Details of Position
DETAILS OF POSITION
- We are looking for a new team member who enjoys working and sharing with colleagues and genuinely loves teaching as much as we do!
- Full-time position for mostly in-house classes of children, teens and adults
- 25 hours directed time Monday - Friday,including maximum 23 hours of teaching
- General English classes and Cambridge Exam course
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:
- have a qualification at degree level
- be a native English speaker or possess native-level proficiency across all the skills
- be CELTA/TRINITY-Cert/BA TEFL qualified
- have proven experience in teaching EFL across all levels and ages
- be skilled in the planning and delivering of effective, engaging lesson sequences
- have consolidated experience in teaching Cambridge exam courses
- enjoy staying up-to-date with ELT pedagogy
- be an open and friendly team member, keen to share ideas and support colleagues
IDEALLY, YOU WILL ALSO HAVE:
- experience working in a European language school
- a keen desire to live in a small, non ex-Pat town off the tourist trail
- a real interest to develop your Italian language skills and fit into the friendly community here
- a driving licence
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US:
We are:
- an independent, non-franchised school with over 25 years of operating as the premium language centre in the area
- run by the founder and director, Sam Dyer, who, in addition to her 30 years plus of ELT experience, has a background in UK primary teaching and Special Needs Co-ordination
- members of the prestigious Italian Association of Language Schools - AISLi - and are inspected regularly to ensure we maintain our commitment of excellence in teaching, learning ,care and service to our students and their families and our team
- the authorised Cambridge Exam Centre for the local area with a busy annual calendar of Cambridge exams for internal and external candidates
- located in the centre of a friendly, pretty clifftop town
We offer:
- a friendly team of international colleagues who are are passionate about teaching and learning
- a working environment which prioritises teacher well-being and professional development
- a mentoring scheme, regular CPD sessions and opportunities for peer observations
- training to become a Cambridge Speaking Examiner with extra earning opportunities
- large, modern learning environments including student kitchens
- a well-stocked staffroom and a shared Stamford Team drive with all our in-house resources and planning
- the most amazing students who love to learn!
- a fabulous, safe small-town atmosphere, off the tourist-trail and with a great beach, views of Sicily and the Eolian Islands, a chilled weekend vibe and the lowest cost of living in Italy!
We require:
Degree and relevant experience
A recognised ELT qualification
3 years' teaching experience
Native-level English across all 4 skills
Recent teaching reference contacts
Qualifications
Qualifications
We will consider all ELT qualifications and University degrees in conjunction with relevant teaching experience and references
Salary and Benefits
The position starts in January 2026 and is initially until end June 2026. It is renewable upon a successful end-year review and appraisal.
- An Italian National contract
- A highly competitive NET package starting at 1400 EURO (with further increments in line with experience)
- 23 hours max teaching
- Initial induction programme - fully paid
- Opportunity to become a Cambridge Speaking Examiner ( or train for new levels if already an examiner)
- Opportunity to develop management/senior teacher skills (dependent on experience)
- Full settling-in package including: initial flight contribution, low-rent accommodation near school ready to move into, picking up from airport, admin help with obtaining documents, residency and health card etc
- Shared use of school cars in local area
- All national holidays and festive Holidays + training INSET days