Activities & Events Coordinator

EF Education First; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

CV boost

Regular social events

Promotion opportunities

Innovation culture

EF Hello access

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

EF Education First Oxford International Language Campus is seeking an Activities & Events Coordinator to design, plan and deliver a diverse range of activities and excursions for international students outside of class.

In this role you will lead daily and evening activities, liaise with partners, ensure student welfare and safety, and contribute to a vibrant campus life. This full-time position starts in September/October and requires strong organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and sociable with good people skills.
• Confident leading groups of students.
• Organised and thorough, can work unsupervised.
• Remain calm under pressure and handle emergencies.
• Respect cultural differences and international students.
• Flexible with hours and shifts.
• First aider certification is a plus.
• Consent to enhanced DBS check and references.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily and evening activities for students.
• Respond to feedback and adapt activities accordingly.
• Promote activities via social media and other tools.
• Collaborate with the Activities & Events Manager for delivery.
• Plan interactive games and events fostering participation.
• Ensure schedules and information are accurate and communicated.
• Observe activities to maintain high standards.
• Respond calmly to emergencies ensuring student safety.

Skills

Motivated & sociable

Group leadership

Organised & thorough

Calm under pressure

Cultural sensitivity

Flexible hours

First Aider

DBS check

Job description

Position Details

• Full-time
• 40 hours per week
• September / October start date

EF (Education First) Oxford International Language Campus is seeking energetic, outgoing and organised individuals to join our Activities & Events Team as Activities & Events Coordinator . In this role, you will be responsible for designing, planning and delivering a diverse range of activities, events and excursions that create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for our international students outside of class.

At EF Education First, we believe the world is better when people strive to understand one another. With 600+ schools and offices in 50 countries, we offer immersive programs in language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics, turning dreams into global opportunities. Join us in our shared mission of opening the world through education.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily and evening activities, setting a positive example for Activity Leaders by demonstrating meaningful student engagement and maintaining a strong focus on student welfare and wellbeing.
• Respond to student and team feedback, adapting activities and approaches to reflect evolving interests and needs.
• Promote activities and excursions through effective use of social media and other communication tools to ensure all students are informed and encouraged to participate.
• Collaborate with the Activities & Events Manager to support the smooth and efficient delivery of all activity programs.
• Plan and deliver interactive games, events and sessions that foster participation, fun and community among students.
• Ensure all information and schedules for activities and events are accurate, current, and clearly communicated.
• Assist in observation of activities to ensure they are up to a consistent high standard
• Handle issues and respond to emergencies in a calm, professional manner, following appropriate procedures to ensure student safety.
• A strong attention to health and safety, along with safeguarding and prioritizing our student's wellbeing
• To Liaise with local, national & international service providers to negotiate rates & uphold strong relationships for our events and activities
• To be part of the Emergency Phone rotation

Required Qualities & Skills

• Highly motivated, energetic and positive with a sociable and outgoing personality
• Confident in leading and managing groups of students
• Highly organised and thorough, able to use initiative and work unsupervised
• Ability to handle difficult situations with ease and remain calm under pressure
• Appreciation of cultural differences and sensitive to the needs of international students
• A flexible approach to work and hours of work undertaken is essential
• Is a trained First Aider (preferable but not essential)
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK on commencement of employment

About Us

Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business. One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible. We're in the business of understanding. Between people. Between cultures. For over half a century we've been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding. Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world. You'll find our offices and schools located in some of the world's greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it's what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference. Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education. EF has been recognized on Forbes 2025 and 2024 World's Best Employers and 2024 Top Companies for Women lists, Fast Company's 2025 Next Big Things In Tech, and was a 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact.

About the Team

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives. We're dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe. We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they're spoken. Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real‑world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams. EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.

Benefits

• Work in a truly international environment
• Boost your CV with a world renowned organisation
• Regular social events
• Ambition is nurtured and promotion opportunities are available across our network of schools
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
• Access to EF Hello language learning
• Employee assistance program (EAP)