Bayswater Education is a vibrant network of global educational centres dedicated for over 70 years to educating and inspiring people through a life-changing educational experience. We’re passionate about growing communities of global thinkers and explorers, at home and abroad – whatever their story. We set up Bayswater Education because we want young people from every walk of life to get a buzz from discovering new cultures, exploring new flavours, and learning what’s out there. We think of them as global spirits, like ourselves. We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Activity Leaders to deliver programmes for our students available for an immediate start. Position Summary: The Activity Leader role at Bayswater Education has core responsibility for: Planning, leading and supervising interesting and fun daytime and evening activities for our students. Taking groups of students on cultural and educational visits and excursions. Helping us to provide a mix of fun and educational offerings on our programmes, and these can include discos, quiz nights, talent shows and sports among many other things. Providing information to the students at points of interest, giving learning opportunities where possible during excursions and visits to places of interest. Providing a fun, engaging and exciting experience for our students visiting the UK. Ensuring the welfare and safety of the group. Key Duties & Responsibilities Attending training prior to employment (paid) Leading groups of students (adult and junior) on activities, excursions, and visits to museums/attractions Delivering relevant and interesting information during these activities and excursions Ensuring the safety and welfare of students during activities and excursions Meeting groups on arrival at airports Familiarising yourself with the campus, attractions and amenities in local area Liaising with the team of Bayswater staff and Group Leaders at the centre and developing a friendly and co-operative atmosphere Organising, leading and participating fully in activities and excursions Ensuring you have all the necessary information to lead activities/excursions and give informative talks when walking around the locations Ensuring that the company’s health and safety guidelines are followed, both on campus and when students are off-site on excursion Assisting with student arrivals, conducting campus tours, and helping with student departures and room checks as required Assisting with student supervision, mealtime supervision and curfew duties as per the rota. This will sometimes involve evening work. Assisting the centre managers with administrative tasks Acting in a professional manner with all Bayswater agents, clients, and staff and not to engage in any activity which may bring Bayswater into disrepute Wearing the Bayswater uniform provided (when on duty) To read and be fully conversant with the Staff Handbook Legal Requirements Eligibility to live and work in the UK at the time of contract commencing Enhanced DBS Disclosure Salary and Benefits Contract Type: Flexible £12.50 - £13.00 per hour depending on experience Salary of up to £600 - £624 per week based on a 48-hour working week You are entitled to statutory holiday entitlement of 5.6 weeks holiday pro rata A strong commitment to providing you with in-service support, training and professional development sessions A bus pass or travel card will be provided for trips and excursions. However, Bayswater does not reimburse staff for travel expenses for travel to their place of work. Knowledge, qualifications, and experience Desirable Experience of working with groups of international students taking part in educational and/or activity programmes Experience working on a Summer camp Solid knowledge of safeguarding Experience of safeguarding of children/young people Experience of working in a team Current First Aid certificate An appropriate qualification (e.g., Playwork, Childcare or Sports Leadership) Skills and Attributes Fluent in English Confident public speaker Resilient with a flexible, ‘can-do’ approach to work Adaptable to change and ability to think on your feet A team player and able to build rapport and engage with a diverse range of people Customer-focused Committed to equality and diversity Able to dynamically risk assess scenarios and areas What we offer Training & development programs. Opportunities for career growth within a global organization. People centric, inclusive culture with regular wellbeing and social activities. Bayswater is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Bayswater is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of our Safer Recruitment Policy you will be asked to explain any gaps in your work and education history. You will also be required to undergo a DBS Enhanced Disclosure check and provide the contact details of at least 2 referees, who will be asked specifically if they have any concerns about your suitability to work with people under 18. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK must be provided at interview stage. We are committed to ensuring that your data is secure with us. For more information, you can read our