Activity Leader

University of the Arts London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

EF Education First – London International Language Campus is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Leader to join the Activities & Events Team. You will lead activities, events and tours for international students, creating a memorable experience.

Core hours are Monday–Friday 11am–3pm with additional evening and weekend hours. London Waterloo location. Join a dynamic, global team and help open the world through education.

Qualifications

• Health and safety responsibilities including risk assessments and emergency procedures.
• Research excursion destinations and lead guided tours with engaging facts.
• Coordinate with co-leaders and the manager to improve future activities.

Responsibilities

• Takes responsibility for health and safety of all students including completing and adhering to risk assessments and emergency situations in line with EF policy and procedures.
• Research excursion destinations, leads a guided tour at the destination and gives interesting information and facts to students.
• Liaises with co-leaders and the Activities and Events Manager/Activities Coordinator to discuss how to improve future activities and gives a thorough handover after each activity or event to aid future planning.
• Attends and assists the Activities and Events Manager with large events.
• Ensures the EF Student Code of Conduct is followed by all students at all times and informs management of issues.
• Helps out with other departments and with general customer service duties as required.

Skills

Energetic personality

Leadership

Public speaking

Organised

English fluency

Job description

Hours Variable - between 10 - 30 hours a week

EF (Education First) London International Language Campus is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join our Activities & Events Team as Activity Leader.

Are you a natural people-person? Do you like to entertain a crowd?

In this role, you will lead activities, events and tours, while creating an unforgettable experience for our international students.

Every day is different, from city tours to themed parties and interactive activities. This is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fun and multicultural environment.

Core hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 3pm (exact shift timings may vary depending on operational needs)

Plus additional hours across the evenings and weekends

London location (5 minute walk from Waterloo station)

If you’re energetic, responsible, and love working with people from around the world,

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

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.

Skills and Experience Required

Responsibilities

• Takes responsibility for health and safety of all students including completing and adhering to risk assessments and emergency situations in line with EF policy and procedures
• Research excursion destinations, leads a guided tour at the destination and gives interesting information and facts to students
• Liaises with co-leaders and the Activities and Events Manager/Activities Coordinator to discuss how to improve future activities and gives a thorough handover after each activity or event to aid future planning
• Attends and assists the Activities and Events Manager with large events
• Ensures the EF Student Code of Conduct is followed by all students at all times and informs the management immediately if there are any issues or problems
• Helps out with other departments and with general customer service duties as required

Requirements

• Highly motivated, energetic and positive with a sociable, 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
• Customer service minded and quality oriented
• Awareness and appreciation of cultural differences.
• Excellent communicator both with students, colleagues, and external clients
• A flexible approach to work and hours of work undertaken is essential
• Fluency in English
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK at commencement of employment
• We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.