Essential Requirements
- You must have full mastery of English across all 4 skills to CEFR C2/IELTS band 8
- You must have the right to work in the UK
Job Description
Exciting opportunity to be Overseas Programme Manager – International House London Young Learners
If you’re enthusiastic, passionate, and ready to inspire young learners, we are excited to invite you to join our team at International House London, for the upcoming Young Learner summer season!
What we’re looking for
We’re searching for an Overseas Programme Manager to set up and deliver a new summer school in Japan, developing International House London’s partnership with a prestigious boarding school in Japan. The position requires a part-time working schedule from February to June and full-time on-site in Japan for the duration of the camp.
To apply, you must have:
- GCSEs (A*-C) or equivalent
- Proven managerial experience in similar roles
- English proficiency level of C1+
- Project management experience
- Experience of managing different stakeholders and prioritising according to safeguarding and organisational reputation
- A positive, flexible, “can-do” attitude
- Excellent communication and administrative skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies and laws/regulations
- Ability to lead a large team and make principled decisions under pressure
What the Job Is About
As the Overseas Programme Manager you will have both pre- and in-camp oversight of the summer school operation in Japan. Pre-camp, this will focus on project management, recruitment and compliance of both UK and Japanese regulations, plus extensive stakeholder liaison. In-camp, you will manage the centre, ensuring a smooth and memorable experience for students, staff, agents and host centre. You will work closely with Head Office at all stages.
Contract details
Pre-camp (February-June):
- 14 hours per week
- Part-time, flexible
- possibility to work remotely
- Site visit to Japan may be required
In-camp
- 40-48 hours per week
- Evening and weekend work expected as part of the residential schedule
- Free accommodation
- Three meals a day + free tea and coffee
Right to Work
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. All appointments require a DBS/Police Check and satisfactory references.
Application Information
International House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young learners. https://www.ihlondon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/YL-Safeguarding-Policy-2025-updated-02.06.pdf
Please note that if you are successful at the interview stage, all offers are subject to two references, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, and Police Check (if living abroad) that are considered satisfactory to IH London.
Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to offer sponsorship. Therefore, applicants must have valid right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
Full job description:
https://www.ihlondon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Overseas-Programme-manager-2026.pdf
International House London’s Values:
Ethical, Inclusive, Innovative, Passionate, Professional