Activity Leader Job Description
Job Type: Residential/Non-Res, Full-Time
Location: Northampton, London King’s, London Dulwich, London Uxbridge, London Richmond, Reading, Guildford, Worcester, Reading, Dover, Carmarthen, Edinburgh
DATES: June 27th to August 1st 2025 (Possibility of extension)
MLA (Move Language Ahead) is an industry leader in providing safe, educational, and cultural holidays to students from around the world. Each year thousands of students travel with MLA as part of our short-term English as a Foreign Language (EFL) programmes.
POSITION OVERVIEW
* Responsible for the activity and excursion programme for international students
* Full-time summer role available from mid-June – mid-August
* Represent MLA values
* 6 days per week (Monday to Saturday)
* Residential employment available from late June – mid-August
Your role as an MLA Activity Leader goes beyond just ensuring safety and well-being; it's about fostering a sense of excitement and connection among our diverse group of international students. Your days will be filled with creativity as you design and lead engaging activities, from afternoon sports to evening dance parties, ensuring every moment is brimming with energy and enthusiasm.
REQUIREMENTS
Essential
* Must have an EU passport/right to work in the UK, and a valid Criminal Record Check from your country of residence
* Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references.
Desirable
* Summer School experience in Ireland or the UK
Person Specification
* Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries
* Display absolute commitment to the highest standards of professional behaviour and, at all times, to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children
* Positive outlook
* Enthusiasm and creativity
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work long hours in a high-pressure environment
* Passion for working with youth
* Flexibility and adaptability
SCHEDULE
As an Activity Leader, you’ll enjoy a dynamic and flexible work schedule designed to meet the exciting demands of our programme. Shifts will vary across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Each staff member is contracted for up to 44 hours per week.
KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Ensure adequate preparation & set up for on/offsite activities and excursions
* Lead, supervise, motivate & engage students on activities and excursions
* Pro-actively encourage the children to take part in planned activities both during the day and in the evenings
* Ensure adherence to all risk assessments
* Assist in the organization and preparation of a wide range of activities, including during the day, evenings, weekend excursions and pastoral duties
* Participate in, supervise and lead all activities including sports, karaoke, disco nights, etc.
* Establish accurate meeting locations and times, and effectively communicate this information to the guests
* Provide guided tours once the group arrives at the destination to familiarize and educate guests
COMPENSATION
Activity Leader (Non Residential): Per Hour GBP 13
Activity Leader (Residential): GBP 510.00 per week
*Holiday Pay (12.07%) is to be added to weekly pay.
*Single Bonus for returning Activity Leaders GBP 200
* Housing deduction of GBP 9.10 per day will be applied for residential positions.
MLA EQUALITY STATEMENT
MLA Move Language Ahead is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, marital status, being pregnant or on maternity leave, race, disability, sexual orientation or expression, religion, beliefs, or any other non-job-related criteria.
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