2026 UK Non Residential Activity Leader Worcester

Mlaworld; Worcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in the UK seeks a dedicated Activity Leader to plan and deliver activities and excursions for international students. This full-time summer role runs from mid-June to mid-August, requiring a UK passport or right to work in the UK. Candidates must demonstrate prior experience working with youth and have excellent communication and organizational skills. A full commitment to student welfare and compliance with safeguarding policies is essential. Competitive hourly rates are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Bonuses after completion

Travel expense coverage if relocating

Qualifications

• UK passport or right to work in the UK plus a valid DBS or PVG.
• Proven suitability to work with students under 18 – at least two references.
• Summer School experience in UK or Ireland preferred.
• First Aid certificate is a plus.
• Experience in active groups such as sports or scouting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activity and excursion programs for students.
• Supervise, motivate, and engage students in activities.
• Prepare activities and excursions on-site and off-site.
• Assist with airport transfers and welcome students.
• Promote student welfare and comply with the safeguarding policy.

Skills

Ability to build positive relationships with students

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Passion for working with youth

Job description

Mission Statement

Move Language Ahead is committed to providing industry leading safe, educational, and cultural programmes to students from around the world. Students, families, and agents have chosen MLA for the quality of our language courses, the established trust of our brand, and the meticulous attention to detail in our packages. The MLA formula for a summer centre blends full‑day and half‑day excursions, a robust activity programme and specialised language path, breaking the barriers of the traditional summer language course.

Safe & Safeguarding Statement

MLA is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk. All students should feel safe within our seasonal programme. We take all reasonable steps to protect children from harm and to uphold their rights. All staff complete a safer recruitment process, including background checks, and must adhere to our Safeguarding Policy, Preventing Sexual Harassment, and Prevent Policy.

Position Overview

Responsible for planning and delivering the activity and excursion programme for international students.

• Full‑time summer role, mid‑June to mid‑August
• Represent MLA values
• Six days per week with one day off each week
• Residential employment from 27 June to 1 August 2026 (possibility of extension)

Requirements

Essential

• UK passport or right to work in the UK plus a valid DBS (England & Wales) or PVG (Scotland); if based outside the UK, a criminal record check from your country of residence
• Proven suitability to work with students under 18 – at least two references

Desirable

• Summer School experience in the UK or Ireland
• First Aid certificate
• Sports or coaching training
• Volunteering experience
• Involvement in active groups such as scouts, trekking or sports

Person Specification

• Ability to build positive relationships with students, earn trust, and maintain professional boundaries
• Capability to provide safety and welfare assistance to students
• Excellent communication, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high standards of professional behaviour, positive outlook, and enthusiasm
• Creativity, organisational and interpersonal skills, flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work long hours in a high‑pressure environment and passion for working with youth

Schedule

Shifts vary across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Staff may work a morning and afternoon shift one day, followed by an afternoon and evening shift the next. Contracts run up to 44 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, with one full day off. Hours are confirmed and signed off weekly.

Key Position Accountabilities

• Prepare and set up activities and excursions, both on‑site and off‑site
• Read and adhere to all risk assessments
• Review itineraries and learn about attractions
• Complete Safeguarding and Prevent Training Level 1
• Lead, supervise, motivate and engage students on activities and excursions
• Encourage participation in planned daytime and evening activities
• Assist in organising and preparing a wide range of activities, excursions and pastoral care
• Brief group leaders and students on activities, rules and safety
• Assist with airport transfers and welcome group leaders and students
• Lead campus tours and support accommodation organisation

Training & CPD

• Complete all pre‑employment training
• Attend in‑person induction training and actively participate in discussions

Administrative Responsibilities

• Support group leaders with needs and questions
• Monitor communication channels
• Assist centre administration with photocopies, errands and activity preparation
• Collect and return registers accurately and timely

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Promote student welfare and comply with the Safeguarding Policy
• Provide safety and welfare assistance to students
• Vigilance for possible welfare problems
• Inform the Centre Director or Welfare Manager of any absences immediately
• Report any issues affecting student safety, wellbeing or academic performance
• Be aware of relevant fire, health and safety issues at the centre

Compensation

Non‑Residential Activity Leaders earn GBP 13 per hour. Holiday pay and additional rates bring the inclusive hourly rate up to GBP 14.56. Bonuses of GBP 150 may be paid after completing the full four‑week contract. Travel expenses may be covered if relocation to another centre is required.

MLA Reputation & Code of Conduct

• Actively support MLA in its mission for top quality programmes
• Support and enable students to realise their potential and achieve targets
• Comply with management requests to follow guidelines of external organisations such as the British Council in a timely manner
• Wear the MLA uniform while on duty, keeping it clean and presentable
• Start on time; inform manager early if this is not possible
• Develop a good rapport with students and group leaders, avoiding absences
• Follow the code of conduct as detailed in the Handbook

MLA Equality Statement

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, pregnancy or maternity leave, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs or any other non‑job‑related criteria.