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London - UK

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

ACTIVITY LEADER

Join the MLA Move Language Ahead team as an Activity Leader and embark on an extraordinary summer adventure filled with joy cultural exchange and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of international students.

As a fulltime seasonal position running in Easter youll be at the heart of our immersive language programme working closely with the Activity Manager Centre Administrator and Centre Director to create a dynamic and unforgettable experience for our students.

Your role as an MLA Activity Leader goes beyond just ensuring safety and wellbeing; its about fostering a sense of excitement and connection among our diverse group of international students. Your days will be filled with creativity as you design and lead engaging activities from afternoon sports to evening dance parties ensuring every moment is brimming with energy and enthusiasm.

Were on the lookout for someone who thrives on flexibility cares deeply about making a positive difference and is genuinely excited to work with kids. Your infectious energy will be key as you guide students on local and regional excursions sharing your passion for the attractions they explore and creating memories that last a lifetime.

As a vital member of the MLA team your commitment is essential to ensuring our international students feel cared for throughout their entire journey with us from the excitement of their arrival at the airport to the bittersweet farewell at the end of their transformative experience.

If youre ready to blend fun with purpose eager to contribute to the growth and cultural exchange of young minds and seek a summer experience that goes beyond the ordinary apply now to join us as an MLA Activity Leader. Lets make this summer unforgettable together!

COMPANY

For 50 years MLA has been bridging cultures together through education and world travel. We are a company dedicated to encouraging the growth of global citizens through English language learning abroad and safe culturally immersive youth programming. With travel and education at the forefront of our mission MLAs work culture is always exciting and full of change. We are an international team who loves sharing culture stories of travel and a passion for working with youth and enlarging their perspectives of the world.


COMPANY MISSION STATEMENT
MLA Move Language Ahead is an industry leader committed to providing premier international study abroad programs that ensure the highest levels of safety education and cultural immersion.


POSITION OVERVIEW

  • Fulltime summer role available from midJune midAugust
  • Responsible for the activity and excursion programme for international students
  • Reports to Activity Manager and Centre Director
  • 6 working days per week (on a rota system up to 44 hours per week)
  • 1 day off per week
  • Residential or nonresidential employment

BENEFITS

  • Paid formal training
  • Resume enriched by industry leading company
  • Opportunity to explore more of the UK
  • Free First Aid and CPR Certifications if required

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Positive outlook
  • Enthusiasm and creativity
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work long hours in a highpressure environment
  • Passion for working with youth
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Ability to work as part of a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • Previous experience working with kids and teenagers
  • A First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain
  • Lifeguard and or/ other coaching qualification
  • Experience of training for or working in the Sport Leisure Theatre or similar industry
  • Knowledge of the rules and organisation of one or more sports / games
  • An interest and ablilty to organise activities such as drama arts & crafts talent shows
  • Knowledge of the city and tourist attractions

LOCATIONS

  • London Dulwich CollegeThe Duke of Yorks Royal Military School
DATES
  • March30th 2025 April 14th 2025*
    *Contract dates may vary to meet the needs of the program

SCHEDULE
As an Activity Leader youll enjoy a dynamic and flexible work schedule designed to meet the exciting demands of our programme. Shifts will vary across mornings afternoons evenings and weekends providing you with diverse working hours. For example you may be scheduled for a morning and afternoon shift one day and an afternoon and evening shift the next.

Each staff member is contracted for up to 44 hours per week. At the end of every week youll be required to confirm and sign off on your worked hours to ensure everything is accurately recorded.


KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

As an Activity Leader you are responsible for entertaining guiding planning and leading the students through a variety of activities which you will both lead and partake in both on and offsite. In addition you will be responsible for residential supervision such as at mealtimes and pastoral duties. Summer centres are very busy environments and there may be duties to perform in addition to those detailed below;

ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure adequate preparation & set up for on/offsite activities and excursions
  • Lead supervise motivate & engage students on activities and excursions
  • Proactively encouraging the children to take part in planned activities both during the day and in the evenings
  • Ensuring you have read and are adhering to all risk assessments
  • Assist in the organisation and preparation of a wide range of activities including during the day evenings weekend excursions and pastoral duties
  • Participate in supervise and lead all activities including sports karaoke disco nights etc.
  • Establish accurate meeting locations and times and effectively communicate this information to the guests for activities and excursions
  • Provide guided tours once the group arrives at the destination to familiarize and educate guests

WELFARE AND SAFEGUARDING

  • Take reasonable responsibility for the students under your charge and act to always secure and never to endanger their physical and moral welfare
  • Check all students are accounted for in the classrooms and during activities/excursions
  • Maintain proper levels of student discipline safety and welfare
  • Carry out residential supervision including meal and night guardian duties
  • Welcome new students to the centre and give airport assistance
  • Address any student or staff concerns raised to you and report them to the relevant persons involved
  • All staff share the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and must adhere to and comply with MLA Safeguarding Policy

COMPANY QUALITY PERFORMANCE

OFFICE DUTIES

TRAINING

COMPENSATION

Activity Leader (Non Residential)

Per HourGBP 13

Activity Leader (Residential*

#54000

Holiday Pay 12.07 is to be added to weekly pay.

Single Bonus for returning Activity Leaders GBP 200

* Housing deduction of #9.10 per day will be applied for residential positions.

MLA REPUTATION & CODE OF CONDUCT


UK EQUALITY ACT 2010
MLA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age gender marital status being pregnant or on maternity leave race (including ethnic or national origin nationality and colour) disability sexual orientation or expression religion beliefs or any other nonjob related criteria.

Employment Type

Full Time

Department / Functional Area

Operations

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