Live-In Residence Advisor Lead — Global Student Housing

EF; Brighton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

EF Education First Brighton is seeking a responsible Residence Advisor Lead to join our team in October 2026. You will support the Residence Manager, ensure a welcoming accommodation for students, and maintain EF’s high standards with health and safety protocols.

The role is fixed-term and full-time with a live-in arrangement. It requires shift work including evenings and weekends, and includes safeguarding responsibilities and community liaison tasks.

Qualifications

• Flexible, hands-on approach to hours and work
• Reliable, responsible and able to work independently
• Customer service oriented and approachable
• Excellent communicator with students and staff
• Sensitive to welfare needs of international students
• Legally able to work in the UK at start and throughout contract
• Attention to detail and well organised

Responsibilities

• Live in EF accommodation and oversee comfort, safety, and conduct of students on and off hours
• Support Residence Manager and team to plan weekends and activities
• Organise work processes and delegate duties between Residence Advisors
• Assist with administration by keeping accurate lists and coordinating with providers
• Ensure rooms and services meet standards; update posters/signs
• Deliver high levels of customer service to students
• Support students' daily life and maximize learning experience
• Lead weekend residence tours and welcome departing students
• Assist with student bookings, campus visits, and inquiries
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns to staff
• Learn fire safety procedures and participate in drills
• Ensure smooth day/night staff communication and attend meetings
• Assist Facilities with repairs and maintenance and staff training
• Lead maintenance issues during out-of-hours shifts
• Provide great service and help department goals

Skills

Flexible hours

Reliability

Customer service

Excellent communicator

Welfare awareness

Independent worker

UK work eligibility

Job description

EF Education First Brighton is seeking a responsible Residence Advisor Lead to join our team in October 2026. You will support the Residence Manager, ensure a welcoming accommodation for students, and maintain EF’s high standards with health and safety protocols.

The role is fixed-term and full-time with a live-in arrangement. It requires shift work including evenings and weekends, and includes safeguarding responsibilities and community liaison tasks.