Drama-Activity Leader

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Target English International

We run junior summer courses for English language students aged between 9 – 18. We have students from all over the world! The majority will be Italian, but we also have students from Spain, Portugal, Poland, Czech Republic, Argentina, and Cyprus to name a few! Students usually stay for two weeks and take part in a mixed programme of lessons and activities/excursions which are run by Activity Leaders.

Our Mission:

At Target English International, we aim to provide our students with a comfortable and caring setting in the UK to improve their communication in English and develop skills for a more global society. We want our students to leave the course with a better understanding of UK culture and the inspiration to become life-long learners of English.

Overview of role:

Activity Leaders are at the core of our activities programme. The role requires enthusiastic, personable and energetic individuals to help organise and prepare the social programme (individual to each centre), run activities, take students on trips and excursions and ensure that our students have a memorable, fun and safe time.

On weekdays students usually have classes in either the morning or afternoon. The rest of the time is spent with Activity Leaders on local visits, excursions or on-site activities. It is a busy programme and there is always something to do, so the ideal Activity Leader is well-organised, with a can-do attitude and is always happy to get involved. Your working times will be allocated by your manager on a shift basis. Activity Leaders need to be flexible and willing to undertake a variety of tasks, as directed.

On-site activities are an important part of our programme, especially the Drama Workshop. Our Drama-Activity Leaders are people who are passionate about all things related to the theatre, possibly with experience and/or qualifications in this field. We want them to plan and lead our workshops, encourage our students to get involved in the workshops, while using English, and embrace their dramatic side!

The working week is 48 hours over 6 days. Shifts are split into morning, afternoon and evening and will include working each Saturday and Sunday, with one full weekday off per week. Due to the nature of Summer School there may be times when it could be necessary to work additional hours one week, in which case time off in lieu will be given when the needs of the centre allows.

We encourage students to speak English at all times whilst on activities and excursions and Activity Leaders are expected to engage with all students and ensure that English is being practised.

To help to prepare you for the role you will be required to complete a paid, online Induction. Activity Leaders also complete online Safeguarding and online Prevent training.

Activity Programme

In each centre we run a busy, varied and exciting activity programme, aimed specifically at teenagers. An important aspect of the activity programme is for students to learn about the local history and culture of the area in which they are staying and the UK in general. It is a key part of the Activity Leader’s duties to encourage use of English when on trips and activities.

In addition to excursions and local visits we also deliver a wide range of sports and other onsite activities.

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Salary Package:

• Residential and non residential positions available. Accommodation + full board can be provided as part if the package if required
• Weekly pay: Aged 18-20 £450 Residential or £530 Non Residential Aged 21 and over £540 Residential or £640 Non Residential
• Plus accrued Holiday Pay (paid at the end of the contract)
• Paid induction training
• 48 hours per week, worked in shifts across six days with one full day off
• Dates: mainly 4-week contracts for the month of July,

Benefits:

• Safeguarding Training
• Opportunity to work in an international team
• Develop leadership skills
• Meet contacts for future work
• Opportunities for promotion to management
• Visit new cities and destinations
• Bonus for returning staff members

Safeguarding

In line with safer recruitment, where roles require responsibility for, or substantial access to, under 18s, our recruitment procedure includes the following:

• Reference requests ask specifically whether there is any reason that [the applicant] should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18
• All gaps in employment history must be explained satisfactorily
• Proof of identity and right to work in the UK must be shown at interview
• Proof of identity and copies of qualification certificates must be sent to head office prior to starting work and original copies must be taken to the centre
• Suitability checks (Enhanced DBS/PVG checks or overseas equivalent) will be required prior to confirmation of appointment
• Staff will complete online Safeguarding and online Prevent training