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Responsible for the activity and excursion programme for international students and for the Activity Leaders. Full-time summer employment from mid-June – mid-August. Responsible for all aspects of the ESL summer camp programming, including off-campus excursions and on-campus activities. Represent MLA values. Reports to Centre Director and Operations Manager. 6 working days per week. 1 day off per week. Residential employment includes all meals and accommodation.
Job Responsibility:
Complete all required, paid training/induction meetings prior to and during the programme
Review itineraries and become knowledgeable with all aspects of the programme
Complete risk assessments
Plan and organise activities and excursions ensuring all necessary resources are available and ready
Use the MLA software effectively
Maintain a clean, organised and professional Centre Office
Schedule Activity Leaders rotas
Oversee the efficient completion of all duties of Activity Leaders
Work with the management team and assist the Centre Director to ensure all day-to-day centre operations and programme components are properly planned and delivered
Attend meetings with Group Leaders and MLA Managers
Be sensitive to staff needs and feedback, and ensure they are being heard and addressed
Promote the welfare of students and adhere to, and comply with the Safeguarding Policy
Requirements:
Must have a UK passport/right to work in the UK, and a valid DBS (England & Wales) or PVG (Scotland). If you’re based outside the UK, also a Criminal Record Check form your country of residence
Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
Be proficient in the use of IT
Summer School experience in the UK or in Ireland
Prior work experience as a manager
Prior experience overseeing a strict operating budget
First Aid certificate
Sports/Coaching training
Volunteering experience
Involvement in active groups (e.g. scouts, trekking, sports, etc)
Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries
Ability to establish excellent relationships with our clients and service providers, especially the Group Leaders bringing students from abroad
Team player
Ability to provide safety and welfare assistance to students
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
Display absolute commitment to the highest standards of professional behaviour
Ability to motivate and inspire a team under pressure and lead by example
Positive outlook
Enthusiasm and creativity
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work long hours in a high-pressure environment
Passion for working with youth
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to multi-task
Attention to detail
Aptitude to effectively use Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to be pleasant, polite, and cooperative
Nice to have:
Summer School experience in the UK or in Ireland
Prior work experience as a manager
Prior experience overseeing a strict operating budget
First Aid certificate
Sports/Coaching training
Volunteering experience
Involvement in active groups (e.g. scouts, trekking, sports, etc)
What we offer:
Paid training and induction
Work as part of a strong team and gain experience
Opportunities for professional development e.g. appraisals, opportunities for promotion
Complimentary room and full board as part of the compensation package