Summer Activity Leader

CATS Global Schools Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Temporary Activity Coordinator to oversee a high-quality program of activities for students. Under the guidance of the Holiday Course Coordinator, you will plan and implement activities, ensure student safety, and motivate high participation. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and is passionate about working with children and teenagers. A fixed-term contract with competitive salary and various employee benefits is offered.

Benefits

Cycle to work Scheme

Free flu vaccine

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or over.
• Enthusiastic and willing to carry out manual duties.
• Able to sustain long periods of physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-quality activities for students.
• Supervise safety and welfare of students.
• Encourage student involvement in activities.

Skills

Level of spoken and written English equivalent to CEF level C1/CAE/IELTS 7.0

Ability to organise activities such as drama, arts & crafts

Effective communicator

Motivational skills for large groups of children

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Qualifications in related subjects (e.g., arts, drama, sports)

Job description

Job Overview

Under the guidance of the Holiday Course Coordinator, and utilising the outlined social program provided by Head Office, plan, organise and implement a high-quality programme of activities and excursions, leading by example. Motivate and encourage students to take an active part in the programme. Supervise and look after the safety and welfare of students.

Department: Programmes

Reports to: Holiday Course Coordinator

Contract: Temporary, fixed term

Hours: 48 hours over 6 days per week

Salary: Basic rate of £610.08 per week plus holiday entitlement. There is a salary deduction of £74.62 per week if you would like us to provide your accommodation. (In line government accommodation offset rates)

Main Responsibilities

To prepare for activity sessions thoroughly. Preparation time can be considerable if you are to ensure the success of the timetabled session. This involves:

• Comprehensive planning and promoting of the activity, ensuring that students know in advance.
• Considering all potential hazards concerning Health & Safety according to guidelines laid down and making necessary provisions to avoid accidents.
• Knowing necessary instructions/directions before session start time.
• Having all equipment and decorations, if appropriate, set up before students arrive.
• Packing away all equipment and materials and tidying the activity space.
• To actively encourage the involvement of students in activities and events, leading by example.
• When running an activity, to support other staff and encourage them to take a full and active part.
• To ensure that students are present at social programme sessions and to maintain accurate registers of their attendance as required.
• To look after the materials/equipment and ensure they are returned at the end of each activity.
• To escort groups on excursions and ensure the safety and welfare of the students, as well as providing them with information to help them get the maximum benefit from their visit.
• To provide feedback on the programme to the Activities Manager.
• To undertake local travel and research.
• If holding a specialist qualification that is eligible for an increment, to undertake duties pertaining to this.
• To supervise student behaviour both on and off campus.
• To carry out mealtime and free-time supervision and, if residential, lights-out duties. Other residential duties include morning wakeups, room checks and generally caring for the welfare of our younger students.
• To ensure that all CSVPA Health & Safety policies are implemented and monitored.
• To assist with airport transfers and student arrivals and departures.
• To assist with centre administration as directed.
• To assist in closing the centre and returning equipment.
• Additional duties as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Level of spoken and written English equivalent to CEF level C1/CAE/IELTS 7.0
• Interested in, and able to organise activities such as drama, arts & crafts, talent shows etc.
• Able to adapt quickly to change and be flexible
• Effective communicator
• Flexible and a team player
• Able to motivate and encourage large groups of children and teenagers
• Able to address large groups of young people
• Be 18 years of age or over
• Enthusiastic
• Willing to carry out manual duties
• Able to sustain long periods of physical activity (while we are able to make reasonable adjustments, this is a physically active role, and as such is a requirement of the job)
• Actively enjoy spending time with children/teenagers

Desirable

• Qualifications in related subjects (e.g. arts, drama, sports, etc)
• Coaching/arts teaching qualification
• Current First Aid certificate
• Current RLSS lifesavers qualification
• Previous summer school experience
• Experience of working with children and/or teenagers
• Competent sports/games person with knowledge of the rules and organisation of one or more sports

Benefits

• Cycle to work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Car Scheme
• Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
• Free eye tests
• Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group income protection
• GP24: GP Access for all
• Health Cash Plan
• Death in Service
• Long service awards
• Employee referral scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

About Cats Global Schools (cgs)

CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.

Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.

We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People. We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.

Safeguarding

CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.

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