Head Counselor

ISSOS International Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 11,160 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Invaluable experience

Residential accommodation

Job summary

A summer educational organization in Cambridge is seeking a Head Counselor to oversee a team of 15 Counselors and ensure the welfare of up to 150 international students aged 13-18. This role involves managing daily activities, dealing with disciplinary issues, and providing an engaging experience for students. Applicants should have leadership experience and a passion for working with young people. The position offers valuable experience in leadership and management while being part of a fun and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and supervising teams.
• Comfortable dealing with disciplinary issues.
• Passion for providing great experiences for students.

Responsibilities

• Manage, motivate, and supervise a team of Counselors.
• Ensure the welfare and safety of international students.
• Run sporting activities and evening programs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Motivational skills

Experience with young people

Problem-solving skills

Job description

To apply for our roles you must either be a UK or a US citizen, or have the legal right to work in the country you are applying for a role in. Please note that we cannot sponsor visas for working in the UK.

There are two Head Counselors at each ISSOS campus. Working as a team, you will be responsible for managing, motivating, supervising and leading your team of 15 Counselors in their daily roles and responsibilities. Along with your partner, you will be responsible for ensuring the welfare and safety of up to 150 international students, aged 13-18 and need to be comfortable and capable of dealing with any disciplinary issues with regard to both students and counselors if they were to occur.

You and your team of Counselors will be responsible for running the sporting activities, the evening programmes and the cultural trips. Your team will be made up of people who are passionate about providing a great experience for their students and are fun in nature

As one of our Head Counselors your role within the summer school is essential to its success and the responsibility of this position comes with plenty of challenges but an even greater number of rewards. All of our summer positions are fully residential and all of our staff teams will be actively involved in the various events and activities that we put on for our students.

When and where we need you:

Cambridge

4 Jul 2026 – 30 Jul 2026

What will you get out of it?

Our Head Counselor roles are a great opportunity for anyone looking to build on their previous work with young people and gain invaluable experience that can be put into use in their full time careers. You will develop your leadership and management skills while working with students and staff from over 80 nationalities, at the same time as having a fantastic summer experience of your own. No two days at ISSOS are the same and we are really proud of the fact that our staff team have as much fun during the summer as our students do.

ISSOS International and ISSOS USA are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all stakeholders to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to hold a current PVG/DBS or equivalent enhanced background check/be willing to obtain one. The cost of this will be covered by the company. Employment will be subject to the company receiving two references from previous employees covering your suitability for the specific position and working with those under 18 years old.