Stafford Study - Summer

Welcome to Stafford House Study Holidays (part of CATS Global Schools)

Are you looking for work that’s fun and exciting over the 2026 summer holidays? Something a little different to the norm? If so, come and join our Stafford House Study Holidays team! Not only is it a great way to earn money, but you’ll also gain transferable employment skills and valuable experience that may help you advance in your chosen career.

You’ll make new friends, and let’s not forget, it’s a lot of fun too!

At Stafford House Study Holidays, we welcome more than 6,000 international students aged 8‑17 each summer, helping them improve their English while enjoying a fun, unforgettable experience. Students join us for up to 2 weeks at one of our fantastic summer centres, where they take part in a rich programme of English lessons, activities and excursions.

Bournemouth, Canterbury, Cambridge, Central London, Uxbridge, Northampton, Oakham (famous for the Michael Owen Red Stars football school).
* New for 2026 – York!

What contracts do we offer?

You can choose your contract of 4‑6 weeks between late‑June to mid‑August. Please note you must be available within at least 3 consecutive weeks in July, as this is our busiest period.

We can often support you with full‑board accommodation if you’d like to try a residential contract in a new location for the summer. Student Welfare Officers/Student Welfare Officers (Transfers) must be residential as part of their role.

Please see the rates of pay below. You can find a full breakdown in the individual Job Description s at the bottom of this advert.

We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic professionals to work as Activity Leaders. You will be supporting our students on a wide range of activities and excursions such as sports, drama, arts, quizzes, discos, fashion shows, and more. You will also lead groups to theme parks, city tours, historical sites, etc. We will provide you with all the necessary materials to make these activities and excursions exciting.

You must be: Responsible, active, and energetic with great communication skills. You don’t require a particular subject of study but experience of working in a similar capacity with young people is highly desirable.

We can provide full‑board accommodation if preferred, for a small weekly salary deduction (£77.70 per week in line with government guidelines)
* We may not be able provide accommodation in central London and cannot in Canterbury. This is a full‑time role, 48 hours per week.

£610.08 per week plus holiday entitlement + loyalty increments if applicable.

Discounted CELTA courses (learn to teach English as a Foreign Language) may be available for qualifying staff in 2026. T&Cs apply – contact us for more information.

Our Student Welfare team supports our students with all pastoral and well‑being needs, rather like a house parent. They are also involved in lights‑out duties, mealtime supervision etc. In addition, Student Welfare Officers (Transfers) attend London airports and train stations to welcome our students and support them onto their chosen centre.

You must be: Responsible, caring, and be a great communicator. For the transfer role, you must also be confident to travel to airports and international rail stations. You don’t require a particular subject of study but experience of working in a similar capacity with young people is highly desirable. This role involves administration, so you must be well organised, and possess a variety of effective admin skills.

You must have the capacity to promote the welfare of young people.

It’s compulsory to be residential for this position. Full‑board accommodation is provided without deduction from salary. You must be available to attend a training day on 24th June 2026. This is a full‑time role, 48 hours per week.

£610.08 per week plus holiday entitlement + loyalty increments if applicable (increased for senior positions).

Discounted CELTA courses (learn to teach English as a Foreign Language) may be available for…