Centre Manager Summer

Join a global company with international exposure as a Centre Manager for Summer 2026! In this leadership role, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of a small and dynamic summer school for students aged 9–13. From the moment students arrive until their departure, you’ll ensure that all departments work together smoothly to deliver a safe, organized, and truly unforgettable experience. Working closely with your management team, you’ll lead with confidence, care, and professionalism — creating an inspiring environment for both staff and students from around the world.

What You’ll Do

- Take overall responsibility for the daily operations of the summer school, ensuring all departments run efficiently and collaboratively.

- Lead and support a diverse team of department coordinators, including Academics, Activities, Accommodation, and Student Services.

- Oversee student welfare, maintaining a safe and supportive environment at all times.

- Handle disciplinary matters calmly and fairly, following EF guidelines and safeguarding standards.

- Participate in the emergency phone rota and respond effectively to any incidents or urgent situations.

- Ensure clear communication between teams and promote a positive, solution-oriented workplace.

- Monitor schedules, staffing levels, and resource allocation to guarantee smooth operations.

- Liaise regularly with the Summer Management Team and headquarters to align on standards and objectives.

- Represent EF with professionalism when interacting with students, staff, suppliers, and visiting partners.

- Take ownership of creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for every student and team member.

Who You Are

- A confident leader with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

- Experienced in team management and capable of coordinating multiple departments simultaneously.

- Calm, decisive, and proactive — able to handle challenges and emergencies with composure.

- Passionate about working with young learners and ensuring their safety and well-being.

- A strong communicator with excellent problem-solving and people management skills.

- Highly adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

- Fluent in English (C1–C2 level); other languages are an advantage.

- Legally able to work in Malta (EU passport or valid work permit).

Details:

- Duration: Contract starting from beginning of May till mid August (preferred)

- Schedule: Full-time, 6-day work weeks on shift bases, including evenings and weekends.

- Safeguarding: All roles are subject to police conduct checks and character reference checks.

- Eligibility: Must legally be able to work in Malta with a Maltese or EU passport. Has a high level of English.

About EF Education First

At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. Learn more at

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.