Drama-Activity Leader

Target English International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An English language training organization is seeking enthusiastic Activity Leaders to engage students aged 10-17 during summer courses across various UK locations. Responsibilities include organizing activities, trips, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for learners. Ideal candidates should be energetic, flexible, and passionate about engaging students in English through various activities. Competitive weekly pay is offered based on age and accommodations can be provided if required.

Benefits

Paid induction training

Opportunities for promotion

Working in an international team

Qualifications

• Passionate about drama and theatre activities.
• Ability to engage students in English.
• Experience or qualifications in leading workshops.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead activities and excursions.
• Ensure a memorable and safe experience for students.
• Encourage English language use among students.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Personability

Energy

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Hull, Bath, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Colchester, London Harrow or London Hatfield, United Kingdom

We run junior summer courses for English language students aged between 10 and 17. We have students from all over the world, with the majority from Italy, but also from Spain, Portugal, Poland, Czech Republic, Argentina and Cyprus, to name a few. Students usually stay for two weeks and participate in a mixed programme of lessons and activities/excursions run by Activity Leaders.

Mission

At Target English International, we aim to provide our students with a comfortable and caring setting in the UK to improve their communication in English and develop skills for a more global society. We want our students to leave the course with a better understanding of UK culture and the inspiration to become life-long learners of English.

Overview of the role

Activity Leaders are at the core of our activities programme. The role requires enthusiastic, personable and energetic individuals to help organise and prepare the social programme (individual to each centre), run activities, take students on trips and excursions and ensure that our students have a memorable, fun and safe time.

On weekdays students usually have classes in either the morning or afternoon. The rest of the time is spent with Activity Leaders on local visits, excursions or on-site activities. It is a busy programme and there is always something to do, so the ideal Activity Leader is well-organised, with a can-do attitude and is always happy to get involved. Working times will be allocated by the manager on a shift basis. Activity Leaders need to be flexible and willing to undertake a variety of tasks, as directed.

On-site activities are an important part of the programme, especially the Drama Workshop. Our Drama-Activity Leaders are people who are passionate about all things related to theatre, possibly with experience and/or qualifications in this field. They should plan and lead workshops, encourage student involvement, promote the use of English, and embrace their dramatic side.

The working week is 48 hours over 6 days. Shifts are split into morning, afternoon and evening and will include working each Saturday and Sunday, with one full weekday off per week. There may be times when additional hours are required; time off in lieu will be given when the needs of the centre allow.

We encourage students to speak English at all times on activities and excursions and Activity Leaders are expected to engage with all students to ensure English is practiced.

To prepare for the role, you will be required to complete a paid online Induction. Activity Leaders also complete online Safeguarding and online Prevent training.

Activity Programme

In each centre we run a busy, varied and exciting activity programme aimed specifically at teenagers. An important aspect is helping students learn about local history and culture of the area in which they stay and the UK in general. It is a key part of the Activity Leader’s duties to encourage use of English during trips and activities. In addition to excursions and local visits we deliver a wide range of sports and other onsite activities.

We provide an opportunity to read the job description prior to applying.

Salary Package

• Residential and non-residential positions available. Accommodation + full board can be provided as part of the package if required
• Weekly pay: Aged 18-20 £415 Residential or £500 Non-Residential; Aged 21 and over £520 Residential or £630 Non-Residential
• Plus accrued Holiday Pay (paid at the end of the contract)
• Paid induction training
• 48 hours per week, worked in shifts across six days with one full day off
• Dates: mainly 4-week contracts for the month of July
• Safeguarding Training
• Opportunity to work in an international team
• Develop leadership skills
• Meet contacts for future work
• Opportunities for promotion to management

Eligibility and important notes

National Insurance Number: UK applicants only. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NOT ABLE TO SPONSOR APPLICATIONS FOR WORK VISAS

Are you eligible to work in the UK? You will be asked to present your passport or ID at interview. Original proof of identity documents (and the right to work in the UK for those applicable) must be produced on arrival at the centre. EU citizens who previously worked in the UK may be eligible for the Frontier Worker Visa. If you have a work visa, copies of relevant documents are required.

If you have a work visa, please provide details (visa type, length, any restrictions).

Dates: Contracts are usually four weeks in July; some 2–6 week contracts may be available. You must be available for the full duration of the contract with no more than one scheduled full day off per week. Please state availability from June to August. Which centre would be your first choice? Note: placement in preferred centre cannot be guaranteed. If you require specific dates off, we will try to accommodate, but it may not be possible during busy periods.

Qualifications and employment history: Please supply details of all qualifications and employment history; include any voluntary/unpaid work. Begin with your current/most recent post and use a separate paragraph for each employer. Include any time periods not in employment or education and explain activities during that time.

Supporting statement: Referring to the job description, explain why you would like to work for Target English International and what skills you would bring to the role.

Areas of interest: Please share any specific talents or skills you have (e.g., designing and running events or evening activities, leading sports, art, dance or drama sessions, mentoring new staff).

Uniform: If your application is successful, we will provide a uniform. Indicate your size (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large).

Compliance and declarations

Declaration of any convictions, cautions, or other matters: The role involves contact with children under 18 and is regulated activity. Disclosure checks (DBS) may be required. You may be asked to provide information about criminal convictions, cautions, or other disclosures. Details about DBS or PVG (or overseas equivalents) may be requested, and you may need to provide consent for data checks. The cost of the UK DBS check is typically shared between Target English and the employee. If you are not a UK national or have lived outside the UK in the last 5 years, you may need to provide a Police Certificate of Good Conduct. Please provide two referees with contact details and consent for approach prior to interview. Applicant declaration confirms truthfulness and understanding of data sharing and contract terms. Privacy information is provided by Target English International.