This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Gain valuable experience working with young people
- Develop leadership and teamwork skills in a supportive, dynamic environment.
Contract Details:
- Locations:
- Winchester College, Hampshire – 13-17-year-olds (2 July – 1 August)
- Shrewsbury School, Shropshire – 11-16-year-olds (30 June – 30 July)
- Benenden School, Kent – 8-15-year-olds (7 July – 6 August)
- Working Days: Residential 6 days per week
- Accommodation & Meals: Provided onsite at the school.
As an Activity Leader, you will:
- Lead fun, structured afternoon sessions (sports, arts & crafts, drama, dance, baking, competitions).
- Work with your team to plan and deliver exciting evening events (e.g. team challenges, quizzes, talent shows) for groups of up to 100 students.
- Supervise students on excursions to cities, theme parks, and historical landmarks.
- Assist with pastoral duties, ensuring students’ safety and wellbeing.
- Welcome students during airport transfers and arrivals.
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Discovery Summer is committed to ensuring the safeguarding of our students and we expect our staff to share this commitment. To this end, all references will be followed up, gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and appropriate criminal checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at Discovery Summer. For full details of our safeguarding policy, see https://www.discoverysummer.co.uk/safeguarding-policy/
Person Specification
We're looking for candidates who are:
- Passionate: Able to confidently lead sessions in sports, arts, dance, drama, or similar activities.
- Experienced: Proven ability to supervise and motivate children or teenagers.
- Responsible: Committed to safeguarding and student welfare, with a clear understanding of the importance of pastoral care.
- Energetic & Creative: Ready to inspire students with enthusiasm and innovative ideas.
- Proficient in English: Able to provide a clear, accurate model of the English language.
Desirable: Sports coaching qualification
Why Join Us?
- Work in a vibrant international environment with motivated young people
- Develop transferable skills in leadership, teamwork, and organisation
- Opportunities for promotion in future years—many staff return year after year and take on more responsibility.