Summer Program Lead

ANN INC.; Hartford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential education provider is seeking a Summer Program Lead for Summer 2026 in Hartford, England. The role involves guiding teaching staff, ensuring student welfare, and maintaining smooth program operations. Applicants should have experience in leadership roles and work with young people. Ideal candidates are organized, adaptable, and possess excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to contribute positively to the learning experience and ensure a safe environment for students. Induction training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and supporting teams in a residential setting.
• Ability to manage student welfare and resolve issues swiftly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support supervisors and teaching staff.
• Oversee student welfare, safeguarding, and disciplinary matters.
• Maintain oversight of daily schedules and program operations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational and people-management abilities

Calm, flexible, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Professional, engaging, and student-focused

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Summer Program Lead to join a leading residential summer education provider in Cambridge for Summer 2026. This hands‑on leadership role ensures the safe, smooth, and successful running of residential programs for young people. As a Summer Program Lead, you will guide supervisors and teaching staff, oversee student welfare and safeguarding, and maintain oversight of daily operations.

Program Dates

Applicants may apply for one, two, or all of the following periods:

• 3 July – 18 July
• 17 July – 1 August
• 24 July – 8 August
• 31 July – 15 August

Compulsory induction training will take place in Cambridge on the Friday and Saturday of your first program. Alternative arrangements may be considered for candidates with graduation commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support supervisors and teaching staff.
• Oversee student welfare, safeguarding, and disciplinary matters.
• Maintain oversight of daily schedules and program operations.
• Resolve issues relating to accommodation, transfers, administration, and student wellbeing.
• Liaise with parents and external partners when required.
• Support contingency planning and respond to urgent situations.
• Ensure staff comply with organisational policies and safeguarding requirements.
• Promote organisational values and standards at all times.
• Provide a confident, approachable, and assertive leadership style.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and people‑management abilities.
• Calm, flexible, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional, engaging, and student‑focused.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and people‑management abilities.
• Calm, flexible, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional, engaging, and student‑focused.

Experience & Knowledge

• Essential: Residential experience, work with young people, leadership or management role.
• Desirable: Knowledge of Cambridge, its colleges, and local history.