Summer Activity Leader

Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom (On-site)

• Job Schedule Part time
• Organization EF Language Abroad
• Job Type Seasonal
• Seniority level Entry-Level
• Job category Operations

Your Role

Are you someone who thrives on connecting with others? Do you have a passion for cultural exchange, hosting events and exploring iconic destinations? Join EF (Education First) Bournemouth International Language Campus as an Activity Leader this summer, and play a key role in helping international students create lifelong memories this summer!

• Dates available: contract between June-August
• Possibility of accommodation in return for residence duties
• Potential for full time employment post summer

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of international students on a variety of activities and events within Bournemouth and day trips across the wider UK
• Research excursion destinations, lead a guided tour at the destination and give interesting information and facts to students
• Create a lively atmosphere during excursions, delivering excellent customer service
• Take responsibility for health and safety of all students, including completing and adhering to risk assessments and emergency procedures in line with EF policy and procedures
• Liaise with co leaders and the Activities and Events Manager to discuss how to improve future activities and give a thorough handover after each activity or event to aid future planning
• Attend and assist with large events and parties
• Ensure the EF Student Code of Conduct is followed by all students at all times and inform management immediately if there are any issues or problems

Requirements

• Highly motivated, energetic and positive with a sociable personality
• Confident in leading and managing large groups of students
• Highly organised and thorough, able to use initiative and work unsupervised
• Interest in history and tour guiding
• A team player, happy to work in collaboration with others
• Ability to handle difficult situations with ease and remain calm under pressure
• Customer service minded and quality oriented
• Aware and appreciative of cultural differences
• Excellent communicator with students, colleagues, and external clients
• Flexible approach to work and hours of work undertaken is essential
• Fluency in English
• All offers subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK on commencement of employment

Why you will love working with EF

• Work in a truly international environment
• Boost your CV this summer with a world renowned organisation
• Pre summer online and in person trainings
• Ambition is nurtured and post summer job opportunities are available at our year round campuses
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition

Safeguarding and suitability checks

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.