Summer Activity Leader

EF Education First; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic Activity Leaders for a vibrant summer role. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with international students while organizing a variety of fun activities, events, and excursions. You'll develop your leadership skills in a multicultural environment, ensuring a memorable experience for all participants. With flexible full-time shifts and a commitment to fostering a lively atmosphere, this role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings. Join a world-renowned organization that values innovation and personal growth, and make this summer unforgettable for students from around the globe.

Benefits

Work in an international environment

Boost your CV

Summer camp canteen

Career enhancement opportunities

Encouragement of innovation

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and energetic with a sociable personality.
• Confident in leading and managing groups of students.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of international students on activities and excursions.
• Ensure health and safety of all students during events.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

First Aid (preferable)

Education

Experience with 13-18 year olds (preferable)

Job description

EF Eastbourne Summer School is seeking enthusiastic and outgoing individuals to join our Activities Team as Activity Leaders for summer 2025.

In this role, you will organize and lead activities, events, and excursions, creating an unforgettable experience for international students.

Every day is different, from city trips to themed parties and interactive games. This is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fun and multicultural environment.

• Monday – Friday + Saturday or Sunday
• Full-time, flexible shifts
• Fixed-term contract from June – August 2025 (minimum three-week commitment)

If you're energetic, responsible, and love working with young people, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Leads groups of international students on a variety of activities, events, ceremonies, and day trips.
• Creates a lively atmosphere during excursions, delivering excellent customer service.
• Takes responsibility for health, safety, and well-being of all students, including completing and adhering to risk assessments and emergency situations in line with EF policy and procedures.
• Liaises with co-leaders and the Activities and Events Manager to discuss how to improve future activities, events, ceremonies, and day trips.
• Ensures the EF behaviour code is always followed by all students and informs the management immediately if there are any issues or problems.
• Assists with other duties as requested by the Activities and Events Manager or Centre Manager.

Requirements

• Highly motivated, energetic, and positive with a sociable and outgoing personality.
• Confident in leading and managing groups of students.
• Highly organised and thorough, able to use initiative and work unsupervised.
• Ability to handle difficult situations with ease and remain calm under pressure.
• Appreciation of cultural differences and sensitivity to the needs of international students.
• A flexible approach to work and hours of work undertaken is essential.
• Is a trained First Aider (preferable but not essential).
• Experience with 13-18 year olds (preferable but not essential).
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references.
• Right to work in the UK on commencement of employment.

Why you will love working with EF

• Work in a truly international environment.
• Boost your CV this summer with a world-renowned organisation.
• Summer camp canteen.
• Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided.
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas, and bring them to fruition.