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Homestay Recruiter

On-site in Barcelona·Added yesterday (last checked 9 Nov)

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On-site, Barcelona
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Full Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking)

  • Good level of English

  • Strong communication skills with students, colleagues, and external partners

  • Mature, caring, and appreciative of cultural differences

  • Target-driven and motivated by working towards goals and deadlines

  • Must have full working rights in Spain

Nice to have

  • Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus!

The role

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they're spoken. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role in an international environment?

EF Barcelona is looking for an enthusiastic Homestay Recruiter who is a passionate sales driven person, able to build rapport quickly and recruit the best quality families for our international students. This role plays a key part in ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our international students, while continuously improving accommodation standards and overall customer experience.

As Homestay Recruiter, you'll oversee student placements, manage and grow our host family network, and ensure the quality of our residential accommodation. We're looking for someone who brings energy, flexibility, and new ideas to help meet the needs of our students.

Your key responsibilities will include:

What you'll do

  • Host Family Recruitment: Recruit and visit host families per EF policies, maintain records, train hosts on EF standards, and implement recruitment strategies via social media, ads, and events.

  • Host Family Management: Serve as the main contact for host families, match students effectively, conduct regular visits, and maintain accurate records.

  • Student Support: Handle accommodation queries, ensure student wellbeing, liaise between students, hosts, and EF offices, resolve issues, manage crises, and act on feedback.

  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinate with EF sales offices, school staff, and Host Families on logistics, welfare, discipline, and timely provider payments.

  • On-Call Duties: Share responsibility for emergency phone coverage to ensure round-the-clock student support.

About EF Education First

EF Education First is a global education company specializing in language training, educational travel, academic degrees, and cultural exchange programs. Founded in 1965, EF operates in over 100 countries and is one of the largest private education organizations in the world, with a strong focus on immersive learning experiences and international mobility.

In Spain, EF has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering roles in sales, customer service, and educational program support. The company is known for its multicultural work environment, with teams composed of professionals from various nationalities, making it an attractive option for international hires seeking to work in Spain while leveraging their language skills.

Industry
Education
Founded
1965
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Lucerne, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • EF has a highly international workforce, with employees from over 100 nationalities, making it easy for expats to integrate.
  • The company offers language learning opportunities to employees, which can be beneficial for those looking to improve their Spanish.
  • EF's Spain offices are located in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, providing vibrant urban lifestyles and strong expat communities.
  • Roles such as Junior Sales Consultant and Customer Success Agent often require multilingual skills, making them ideal for international professionals.
  • EF provides structured training and career development programs, supporting long-term growth within the organization.

In their own words

About the company & team

Why EF Barcelona?

We are a global, mission‑driven company, our goal? Open the world through education and cultural exchange. We are an International team, with an international audience, and have opportunities to work across regions

At EF Language Abroad we are dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.

Ready to make a difference while having fun? Apply now!

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