Senior Activity Leader Job Description

Dusemond Study Programmes; Leader; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and meals provided

Job summary

Dusemond Study Programmes is seeking a Senior Activity Leader for our UK centres to plan and mentor the activity team, lead the on-site programme with energy and enthusiasm, and ensure safeguarding and risk assessments are observed. You will work at locations including Edinburgh and Colchester, with temporary July–August 2026 contracts and full-board accommodation provided.

The role requires strong leadership, summer-school experience, first-aid capability, and the ability to engage groups of

Qualifications

• Be over 18 years of age.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.
• Get an enhanced DBS check.
• Have existing summer school experience.
• Be an energetic team player.
• Be responsible and proactive.
• Be adaptable to our methods.
• You are a first aider.
• You have existing people management experience.
• You've done this before!

Responsibilities

• Set up necessary equipment and run activities safely.
• Make sure the activity team is engaged and understands how the evening should run.
• Occasionally make a fool of yourself - you might need to start the dancing at the disco!
• Some activities will be outside your skill set. The important thing is to always have energy and enthusiasm!
• Support less experienced Activity Leaders
• Always be "switched on" and engaging with the students whenever you're in uniform!
• Ensure risk assessments are being followed by the team for each activity and that everyone is alert for safeguarding issues
• Check in with the other ALs beforehand - will everyone be heading out as prepared?
• Offer advice to any new ALs who may need it
• Help the team co-ordinate the use of public transport, getting to and from the centre
• Work with our clients - the students' Group Leaders - and make sure they're satisfied with how the day is going
• Getting groups to any entrances on time and managing any tickets
• Perform your own walking tour to a high standard, keeping the students excited and engaged
• Whenever out in public, have an awareness of risk assessments and support the team in responding to any safety and safeguarding issues
• Consistently demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and active engagement with students.
• Positive student and Group Leader feedback
• Manages entrances successfully
• Demonstrates proactive problem-solving and takes initiative
• Maintains control, safety, and engagement of student groups at all times
• Read and sign all necessary risk assessments and complete an online safeguarding course prior to your arrival

Skills

First aider

People management

Energetic team player

Summer school experience

Be adaptable

Job description

Job Overview

At our more excursion-focused centres, a Senior Activity Leader plays a key role in supporting the Activity Manager with planning and acts as a mentor figure for the rest of the activity team. You’ll still perform many of the Activity Leader duties, but also take ownership of the on-site activity programme - motivating the team, leading with enthusiasm, and keeping energy levels high when times get challenging. You’ll lead by example, embodying our CHEERS values - Care, Honesty, Energy, Empathy, Respect, and Smiles - to create a positive, supportive, and inspiring environment for both students and staff.

Job Details

Salary: £605.00 per week

Holiday Pay: 12.07% holiday pay will be added to your salary.

Working Hours: Up to 48 hours per week based on 6 working days.

Reporting to: Activity Manager

Locations: Edinburgh, Royal Russell & Colchester.

Available Contract Dates: Temporary - July & August 2026

Pre-joining training: Essential training is provided in the first few days of your contract. An online safeguarding course must be completed prior to your arrival at the centre.

Full Board

Accommodation and meals provided throughout your contract. No deduction will be made for this.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up necessary equipment and run activities safely
• Make sure the activity team is engaged and understands how the evening should run
• Occasionally make a fool of yourself - you might need to start the dancing at the disco!
• Some activities will be outside your skill set. The important thing is to always have energy and enthusiasm!
• Support less experienced Activity Leaders
• Always be "switched on" and engaging with the students whenever you're in uniform!
• Ensure risk assessments are being followed by the team for each activity and that everyone is alert for safeguarding issues
• Check in with the other ALs beforehand - will everyone be heading out as prepared?
• Offer advice to any new ALs who may need it
• Help the team co-ordinate the use of public transport, getting to and from the centre
• Work with our clients - the students' Group Leaders - and make sure they're satisfied with how the day is going
• Getting groups to any entrances on time and managing any tickets
• Perform your own walking tour to a high standard, keeping the students excited and engaged
• Whenever out in public, have an awareness of risk assessments and support the team in responding to any safety and safeguarding issues
• Consistently demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and active engagement with students.
• Positive student and Group Leader feedback
• Manages entrances successfully
• Demonstrates proactive problem-solving and takes initiative
• Maintains control, safety, and engagement of student groups at all times
• Read and sign all necessary risk assessments and complete an online safeguarding course prior to your arrival

Arrival Days

You’ll welcome a new group at the airport, accompany them to the centre, and help them settle in and feel at home. You’ll support the management team with any operational challenges that arise, contributing flexibly and helping to keep the centre running smoothly.

Site Logistics and Community Care

Everyone helps with setting up the centre to prepare for the students’ arrival - branding with Dusemond flags, posters and bunting, room checks and equipment inventory. Safeguarding and student wellbeing are everyone’s responsibility. You’ll help create a safe, welcoming environment and support students’ pastoral needs, which may include assisting with fire drills, office duty, or meal supervision - all key opportunities to connect with students and contribute to a positive community.

Requirements

• Be over 18 years of age
• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Get an enhanced DBS check
• Have existing summer school experience
• Be an energetic team player
• Be responsible and proactive
• Be adaptable to our methods
• You are a first aider
• You have existing people management experience
• You've done this before!
• Dusemond will assist applicants in obtaining an enhanced DBS check and cover the cost.