Summer Activity Leader

EF Education First; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as an Activity Leader for an exciting summer experience! This role offers the chance to lead international students in fun activities, from city trips to themed parties, while developing your leadership skills in a multicultural environment. With a focus on creating unforgettable experiences, you'll ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants, all while working in a supportive and dynamic setting. If you're looking for a rewarding summer job that enhances your CV and allows you to make a real impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

International work environment

Career enhancement opportunities

Summer camp canteen

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Energetic and outgoing personality with leadership experience.
• Ability to manage groups and handle challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead international students in activities and events.
• Ensure health and safety of students during excursions.
• Collaborate with co-leaders to enhance future activities.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Cultural Sensitivity

Organizational Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Education

First Aid Training

Job description

EF York Summer School is seeking enthusiastic and outgoing individuals to join our Activities & Events 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
• Fixed-term contract from June – August 2025 (minimum two-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 sensitive 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