Job Description

Working as an Activity Leader at our English Language school in the heart of Canterbury is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and cultures.



In this fun, high energy role, you'll plan and lead activities for our overseas students. You'll play a big part in helping students immerse in the UK culture, supporting them on their English language learning journey.

What's in it for you as an Activity Leader?

A great opportunity if you're looking to pursue a career in education, sports, or drama. With appraisals and training ideal for your continuous professional development You are welcomed and supported with a full induction and training on your first day and throughout your contract Chance to earn while gaining experience in supporting young people in a multi-cultural environment

What does the role involve?

Preparing for and leading pre-planned activity sessions for groups of young people utilising your skills in sports, creative arts, and entertainment Leading and supporting pre-planned excursions to various places of interest in the UK Encouraging and supporting students to take-part in fun activities, excursions, or events Optional involvement in residential duties - caring for the health, safety, and wellbeing of our residential students (see job description for more details)

What you'll need to be an Activity Leader:

Lots of confidence and enthusiasm. You don't need to be an expert in a specific activity or be a good sportsperson, just the interest and ability to lead our varied activities programme You must be professional, friendly and have a good understanding of how to support the well-being of young people Be flexible, adaptable, and able to think on your feet Be a great communicator with a good level of spoken and written English equivalent to CEF level C1/CAE/IELTS 6.5 Safeguarding is a big part of the job, and we take it very seriously. So, as you would expect, if successful we will facilitate an Enhanced DBS check as part of our safer recruitment policy
Please see the job description for a full list of requirements and duties.

More information

WHO ARE WE?

Stafford House has over 70 years' experience in providing international students with great English language study experiences in the UK. Our mission is to educate, inspire and help our students enjoy our locations, empowering them with confidence to realise their personal potential. Stafford House comprises 2 brands, Stafford House International and Stafford House Study Holidays.

We offer 7 fantastic study locations within the UK with a wide range of courses to choose from including English Language and activities, creative Art & Design, sports, and academic preparation courses.

Stafford House International is part of CATS Global Schools (CGS), a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING:

CATS Global Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect everyone connected with the organisation to share this commitment. All positions are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a criminal declaration form prior to interview and be subject to online checks which may include social media checks in addition to an enhanced DBS check (DBS process paid for by CATS Global Schools), references and if applicable, an overseas police check.

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 an employer of choice for all.

AND FINALLY

What are you waiting for? We look forward to hearing from you. Good luck!