Live-In Senior Pre-University Summer School Manager

King's College London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Senior Pre-University Summer School Manager to oversee the pastoral care of young students during the summer programme. The role includes managing a team of assistants and ensuring a smooth student experience. Candidates should have demonstrable experience working with young adults, knowledge of safeguarding practices, and strong interpersonal skills. The position is fixed-term from May 6 to August 7, 2026, and offers accommodation with meals provided.

Benefits

Free accommodation

Meals provided

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working with young adults in a residential environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and legislation.
• Experience managing staff and delivering training.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage anxiety and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Outlook and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage care for 16 and 17 year old students.
• Ensure smooth running of the extracurricular summer school programme.
• Lead a team of Summer School assistants.
• Work closely with other managers for day-to-day operations.

Skills

Working with young adults

Safeguarding practices

Managing staff

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT competency (Outlook & MS Office)

Job description

A prestigious educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Senior Pre-University Summer School Manager to oversee the pastoral care of young students during the summer programme. The role includes managing a team of assistants and ensuring a smooth student experience. Candidates should have demonstrable experience working with young adults, knowledge of safeguarding practices, and strong interpersonal skills. The position is fixed-term from May 6 to August 7, 2026, and offers accommodation with meals provided.