Head of Summer Activity Program

Alpadia; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Role training

CPD opportunities

Career progression

International team

Bonus options

Job summary

Alpadia is seeking dedicated Activity Leaders for a vibrant summer program in the UK. You will engage and inspire young learners, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality co-curricular activities with strong teamwork and clear planning.

You will manage sessions, oversee excursions, and support staff training while maintaining a fun and inclusive environment for all participants. This role emphasizes safeguarding, organisation, and proactive leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and supporting Activity Leaders or similar staff teams.
• Proven ability to plan, organise, and deliver a varied and engaging activity programme.
• Experience ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people.
• Good understanding of health and safety, safeguarding, and risk assessment procedures.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Energetic, proactive, and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of students in our care.
• Ensure activities are prepared and delivered with engaging staging.
• Prepare session plans and risk assessments for activities.
• Lead and assist with training and induction of staff members.
• Manage staff rotas for the activity leader team.
• Supervise students' free time actively and maintain ALPADIA ratios.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Health & Safety

IT literacy

Education

Relevant qualification

Tools

Outlook

MS Office

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Alpadia is seeking dedicated Activity Leaders for a vibrant summer program in the UK. You will engage and inspire young learners, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality co-curricular activities with strong teamwork and clear planning.

You will manage sessions, oversee excursions, and support staff training while maintaining a fun and inclusive environment for all participants. This role emphasizes safeguarding, organisation, and proactive leadership.