Residential Activity Leader

at  Bell Educational Services

Location
Bell St Albans
Advertising Salary
£420 - 440 per week plus statutory annual leave payment (12.07%)

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for candidates who are:
Responsible - You consistently prioritise the safety and well-being of our young learners and keep safeguarding at the heart of everything you do.
Creative - You bring innovative and fun ideas to make activities enjoyable and educational.
Culturally sensitive - You demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences and ensure an inclusive and respectful environment.
Enthusiastic - You are passionate about working with young people and bring enthusiasm and energy to teamwork.

We are especially interested in hearing from candidates with expertise, coaching experience or a specialist interest in any of the following areas:

• Sports – Football, tennis, cricket, archery, volleyball, badminton, basketball and hockey
• Art and design
• Cookery
• Photography and film making
• Performing arts – dance, drama and music

If you don’t have experience in the above activities, we are still keen to hear from you. If you can engage young people, bring energy and infuse fun into the course, you will make a great Activity Leader!

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUTURE CAREER GROWTH

Working for Bell on our Young Learner courses offers a valuable experience for individuals looking to work with children in the future. You will develop your skills in planning, leadership, communication, teamwork, time management and youth engagement whilst making a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of young people.
For individuals seeking longer term work, we also have opportunities for further work, year-round, on our residential courses.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about working with young people? Are you a natural leader, with a flair for creating fun and engaging events? Do you thrive in a team environment? If this sounds like you, we’d love you to join our talented team of Activity Leaders, working on our UK based residential young learner courses this Autumn. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to plan, prepare and deliver a diverse range of activity to learners aged 7-17.

As an Activity Leader, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging activities in performing arts, sports, arts and crafts and large group games and events.
• Encourage active participation, engagement and inclusivity in your sessions.
• Ensure student attendance and positive behaviour.
• Lead and supervise study tours, creating a safe and enjoyable offsite learning experience.
• Assist with pastoral duties, such as house meetings and supervising mealtimes.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative working environment.