British Learning Academy (BLA) grew out of Brockhurst Schools and Marlston House, a well-known preparatory school with a hundred years of history.
Established in 2011, BLA offers residential English and activity programs for groups of students mainly aged 11-17.
Our courses also include project-based and business-oriented programs for individuals, groups and companies.
Our mission
To educate, inspire and enrich the lives of students of all levels, helping them improve their English skills in a safe, friendly and independent environment.
We are seeking creative and fun-loving individuals to join our team at the British Learning Academy as Activity Leaders for our Summer School at Chichester University. The ideal candidates will be passionate about working with children and young people and will be available to work during the month of July.
Responsibilities:
Plan and lead activities for groups of children and young people
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants
Encourage and motivate participants to get involved in the activities
Maintain a positive and inclusive environment for all participants
Requirements:
A background in sports, drama, theatre or related fields is desirable
Experience working with children and young people is an advantage
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible and adaptable to changing situations
Person Specifications:
The team leader:
has a professional attitude to work and communications with customers
has a get-up and go attitude
has previous experience of working in summer camps/centres (Desirable)
knows how to lead a workshop/class
is able to lead and participate in sports activities
is at least 19 years old
is available from June 29th to August 3rd with some positions remaining open until September 1st, 2025.
Job Type: Temporary, 0 Hours Contract. Working hours: 42 hours per week, worked in shifts across six days with one full day off.
Pay:
Weekly pay from 420 to 550 (varies according to age/experience/whether residential or not)
Residential and non residential positions available. Accommodation + full board can be provided if required
One-off contribution of 50 towards travel expenses
Fully paid induction day.
Dates : 29th June to August 3rd with some positions remaining open until September 1st, 2025.
If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to paolag@britishlearningacademy.org
Job Type: Zero hours contract
Contract length: 4 weeks
Pay: 420.00-550.00 per week
Benefits:
Free parking
On-site parking
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person