Residential Activity Leader

UK RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITY LEADER

Title: Activity Leader (Residential)

Job Type: Residential, Full‑Time

Reports to: Centre Director / Activity Manager

Dates: 27th June – 1st August 2026 (possibility of extension in some centres)

Country: United Kingdom

Location: London King’s, London Uxbridge, Reading, Guildford, Worcester, Dover, Oxford, Edinburgh

Move Language Ahead is committed to providing industry‑leading safe, educational, and cultural programmes to students from around the world.

Students, families, and agents from around the world have chosen MLA for the quality of our language courses, for the established trust of our brand, and for the meticulous attention to detail in our packages. The MLA formula for a summer centre is a unique blend of many full‑day and half‑day excursions, an amazing activity programme and specialised language path. In this way we have broken the barriers of the traditional summer language course.

MLA is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people and adults  students should expect to feel safe within all areas of our seasonal programme. The primary concern at all times is the interests and safety of each student and the organisation takes all reasonable steps to protect children from harm, discrimination or degrading treatment and to uphold their rights.

MLA staff working with young learners will all go through our safer recruitment process including online or face‑to‑face interviews, record checks of references and background checks, in line with the country’s regulations, to ensure they are able to work with young people, provide evidence of qualifications and work experience as part of the process and according to our Safeguarding Policy, Preventing Sexual Harassment and Prevent Policy.

Responsible for the activity and excursion programme for international students.

• Full‑time summer role available from mid‑June – mid‑August
• Represent MLA values
• 6 days per week
• 1 day off per week
• Residential employment available from 27th June to 1st August 2026

(Possibility of extension in some centres (starting in June and/or finishing mid‑August))

An MLA Activity Leader goes beyond just ensuring safety and well‑being and promoting the welfare of students and adhere to, and comply with the MLA Safeguarding Policy. Your role is about fostering a sense of excitement and connection among our diverse group of international students. Your days will be filled with creativity as you design and lead engaging activities and excursions, from walking tours to evening dance parties, ensuring every moment is brimming with energy and enthusiasm.

Working hours are variable and will be organised according to a rota in the centre. MLA programmes are hard work and you might exceptionally be requested to assist outside your working hours.

• Must have a UK passport/right to work in the UK, and a valid DBS (England & Wales) or PVG (Scotland). If you’re based outside the UK also a Criminal Record Check from your country of residence
• Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references.

• Summer School experience in the UK or in Ireland.
• First Aid certificate.
• Sports/Coaching training.
• Volunteering experience.
• Involvement in active groups (e.g. scouts, trekking, sports, etc).

• Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• Ability to provide safety and welfare assistance to students.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and interpersonal).
• Display absolute commitment to the highest standards of professional behaviour.
• Positive outlook.
• Enthusiasm and creativity.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work long hours in a high‑pressure environment.
• Passion for working with youth.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

As an Activity Leader, you’ll enjoy a dynamic and flexible work schedule designed to meet the exciting demands of our programme. Shifts will vary across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, providing you with diverse working hours. For example, you may be…