Contract Dates - 30/06/2025 to 17/08/2025 The Role The Student Director ensures the smooth operation of daily routines while supporting high standards of programme delivery and pastoral care. Key responsibilities include overseeing student supervision, assisting with programme logistics, and leading staff to foster a vibrant, positive Summer School atmosphere. The role also involves managing excursions, supporting the delivery of activities, and maintaining high standards of student behaviour. Strong leadership, organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with young people are essential to excel in this dynamic, fast-paced role. Responsible To : The College Principal The Site For aspiring students seeking to combine subject-specific study with professional experiences; developing key skills to benefit future career prospects, located in the city of Cambridge. Appealing to ambitious students wishing to prepare for future success and to gain an the opportunity to spend the summer in the beautiful historic city of Cambridge. SBC Cambridge College students undertake academic courses, exploring their chosen subject through a series of engaging lectures, tutorials, and industry workshops. Their academic programme sits next to their social programme allowing them to explore Cambridge, take part in college events, wellbeing activities and the greatly enjoyed excursion to London. SBC at Cambridge College replicates a city university model based at dedicated university student accommodation giving student a true taste of university living. Students on the college programme are 15-17 and the capacity is 130 students each week. Ways we support our Student Directors : Fully paid DBS check Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival All meals and accommodation included CPD and Appraisals Staff Wellbeing Initiative Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP) Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on the ground and via phone/email Online safeguarding and prevent training Professional, fun and supportive environment Additional Role Specific Support Paid attendance to pre-course Management Training Remuneration : Paid weekly, one week in arrears. The weekly rate received for Student Director s is £ 850 PLUS any accrued holiday to be paid at the end of contract) Food and accommodation are included for all residential SBC sta ff. Main Duties: Programme & Daily Routine Oversee the smooth operation of the daily routine, ensuring high levels of staff engagement and supervision, particularly during break and mealtimes. Communicate effectively with the school management team to coordinate daily logistics. Address students during key moments such as meals, activities, and events. Take a lead role on arrival and departure days, ensuring smooth delivery or welcome and departure experiences. Provide Cover for the Activity and Event Managers, in the coordination and delivery of the Social Programme activities and events. Attend excursions and off-site activities, taking the role of Excursion Leader when necessary. Student Welfare Promote and embody high standards of behaviour and engagement for students. Foster a positive summer school atmosphere, supporting staff to manage students with empathy and professionalism, addressing individual needs effectively, and encouraging student feedback to continuously improve the environment and student experience Work closely with the Welfare Manager, providing cover during their time off and ensuring the highest standards of pastoral care. Act as an onsite First Aider after completing the Induction Week First Aid Course. Be available for emergency on-call or overnight duty up to six times per week. Team Leadership & Support Attend relevant staff and House Parent meetings to discuss operations and student welfare. Coordinate staff to ensure comprehensive supervision and engagement. Foster positive working relationships with the host school staff. Safety and Compliance: Conduct Site Risk Assessments and ensure safety controls are communicated to staff Regularly inspect meal and breaktime areas to ensure cleanliness, maintenance, and safety. Provide support during setup to ensure site is presentable and ready for student arrivals. Assist in implementing and conducting regular evacuation drills with the Course Leader. Safeguarding Duties Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of students in your care Complete online safeguarding training and attend on-site safeguarding training during induction week To read and understand SBC’s Safeguarding Policy, Staff Handbook, Operations Policy Handbook and Part 1 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (including annexes A & B) To be alert to the signs of abuse and neglect, and report any concerns to the DSO immediately (including low level concerns) To know what to do if a student tells a member of staff they are being abused, exploited or neglected To help students understand how to keep themselves safe and manage risk; earning their trust while maintaining professional boundaries Please see the attached Job description for a more complete list of the duties associated with this Management role. About You SBC PERSON SPECIFICATION All members of staff employed by SBC will be expected to bring certain key qualities to the operation. There must be a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children. Safety and welfare of the students is of paramount importance at SBC and a practical enforcing of this belief should be a quality exhibited by all staff. We look for staff who are: Approachable & empathic to the needs of students Enthusiastic & engaging Diplomatic, responsible & motivated Flexible within the summer school environment We expect all SBC staff to be able to communicate effectively with our students, using an appropriate level of language to suit the group. SBC staff must demonstrate patience, empathy and an emotional awareness towards students both individually and in within a group setting. We expect all staff to take control of students and to manage discipline and behavioural issues in a firm, positive and constructive manner. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility Previous residential summer school experience Previous management experience with a confident and supportive approach Proven experience of coordinating staff in an events or activity programme capacity Rigorously organised approach & excellent administrative skills Experience of managing welfare & behavioural issues effectively Proven professional experience of working in a medical or pastoral role with young people Good working knowledge of Excel. An empathic manner Desirable First Aid qualification Experience of residential international summer schools Experience of the UK boarding environment Experience of working within the education sector About Us Founded in 2008, Summer Boarding Courses have united students from around the world through education. Delivering award-winning, future-focused courses that strike the perfect balance between academic and social enrichment. Our courses unlock potential and ignite a spark for long-term success. Our residential summer courses take place at some of the UK’s top boarding schools and university college campuses, including Eton College, Oxford University Colleges and Headington School. We carefully select our campuses to ensure that they provide the perfect environment for our students to live and study. Over 15,800 students from 152 nationalities have been welcomed to study with us to date. Whether it’s preparing for future studies, developing 21st–century skills or building confidence, the knowledge gained on an SBC course allows students to go forward and apply what they have learnt to other areas of their education and beyond; giving them the necessary skills to achieve their future goals. The EL Gazette publishes a league table based on British Council inspections, and SBC have been ranked Number 1 from 2018 to 2023. We are very proud of this achievement and will continue to grow and develop our courses to offer students extraordinary experiences. SBC is the only multi-campus summer school provider in the UK to have achieved a perfect 15/15 areas of strength by the British Council. A true hallmark of educational quality. TO APPLY We want to make sure we do all we can to set candidates up for success in this process. If you require any adjustments to help you at interview and/or you have any questions at all, please contact us at: [email protected] Please note, as this post involves direct contact with vulnerable children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL Any gaps in your CV will be enquired about and must be explained satisfactorily You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK You will provide the details of two recent and relevant referees who we will contact and specifically ask about your suitability to work with children and any concerns. You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children Official identification and certificates will be required for our records Please be aware that SBC may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet out safeguarding duties. SBC SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers and contractors are expected to adhere to. SBC EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT We operate a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.