Ministay Sport and Activity Instructor (October 2025 - September 2026) in Edinburgh

At UKLC, we provide residential and homestay English language and activity programmes for international students aged 8 -18 years. Our aims are simple: to Educate, Inspire and Enrich future generations. We are passionate about providing life-changing experiences for young international learners.

As a Sport and Activity Instructor, you will support the planning and delivery of a fun and safe sports and activity programme. Working closely with the rest of your team, you will create an engaging environment that fosters teamwork, skill-building, and enjoyment for students of all abilities.

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Reporting to: Operations Coordinator

• Attend online induction training.
• Assist with centre setup, including classroom and activity space preparation.

• Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the centre as required.
• Lead excursions when required and ensure the safety and welfare of students at all times.
• Deliver engaging sports and activity sessions tailored to students of varying abilities.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel supported and motivated.
• Collaborate with your team to ensure seamless programme delivery.
• Ensure all sports equipment is well-maintained and returned after use.
• Supervise mealtimes as required.

• Support your other team members during excursions as required.
• Participate in team meetings to align on schedules and share feedback.
• Act as a point of contact for students and group leaders, addressing any questions or concerns about the programme.
• Work with the team and group leaders to maintain team and student discipline.

• Deal quickly and effectively with student and group leader queries regarding sports and activities.
• Provide regular feedback to the Operations Coordinator.
• Help to maintain activity noticeboards and other communication tools.
• Maintain accident and damage records.
• Complete an end-of-contract feedback report to support future programme improvements.

UKLC is committed to implementing our Safeguarding policies and procedures. All successful candidates will need to complete Prevent and Safeguarding e-learning. Read and adhere to the Operating and Safeguarding Handbook and information on AirManual. Maintain good standards of Health and Safety at all times. Safeguard the welfare and protection of the students in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy. Maintain the good name and reputation of UKLC at all times. Act as a positive role model, promoting UKLC's values at all times. Maintain an entirely professional manner at all times. Follow the dress code in the Culture Book at all times.

A Sport and Activity Instructor is required to work 22 sessions per fortnight based on a six-day working week. A session is defined as a morning/afternoon activity, an evening activity or a half-day excursion (a full-day excursion is two sessions). Generally, a session includes a half-hour break. Airport transfers may be considered as one or two sessions depending on the duration. In most centres, sports and activities take place at weekends and it will be necessary for Sport and Activity Instructors to work on six consecutive days.

• 8:30 – 9am Daily Meeting
• 9-12:30pm (including a half-hour unpaid break)
• 2 – 5:30pm (including a half-hour unpaid break)
• 7:30 – 11pm (including a half-hour unpaid break)

All salaries are paid monthly in arrears. Weekly salary (including holiday pay) is from £ – 20 year olds) to £ Holiday pay will be added at the end of contract. Full-board accommodation is provided.

Essential

• Experience in planning and delivering sports programmes or working with young people.

Desirable

• National Governing Body Sports qualifications and/or PGCE in Physical Education.
• Lifeguard qualification.
• Relevant First Aid qualification.
• Qualifications/experience in related subjects such as drama, sports and music etc.

Skills and Knowledge

• Committed to ensuring the safety of students.
• Knowledge of the local area.

Personal Qualities

• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Boundless energy and enthusiasm.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.
• Willingness to learn and adopt new teaching methods.

Legal requirements

• Full right to work in the UK.
• Minimum of 2 reference checks.
• Enhanced DBS Check.
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable).
• Review of the applicant's online footprint and publicly accessible social media profiles, in line with statutory guidance for safer recruitment.
• We will seek to run Prohibited List Checks (if applicable).

You will also need to attend induction prior to starting your contract. Specific dates and times will be set closer to the time. Induction is paid and will start a few days before the official centre opening dates.

Available Centres:

• Cheshire Campus, Crewe (residential)
• St Swithun's School, Winchester (residential)
• Newbattle College, Edinburgh (residential)
• Chester Homestay (non-residential only)
• Queen Anne's School, Reading (residential)

This job description is an outline of your main responsibilities. Within the context of your contract of employment, the company may, within reason, request you undertake other tasks and duties as needs dictate.