ABOUT CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS (CSVPA)
Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) is one of the UK’s leading providers of Art & Design, Drama and Music pathway and higher education programmes. Since 1985, CSVPA has been a specialist arts foundation school, and over time has grown its portfolio to include undergraduate degrees and a master’s preparation programme. Our unique and personalised approach to creative learning has given students the opportunity to develop their skills, build their confidence and progress onto some of the most prestigious Art & Design schools, music conservatoires and world-renowned drama schools.
CSVPA is part of CATS Global Schools, a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.
The group brings together 16 institutions that provide students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. Our dedicated team of pioneering, persevering people, including teachers and welfare specialists, work together to create a positive environment so that every student achieves their full potential.
JOB OVERVIEW
* Work with the Holiday Course Coordinator in taking overall responsibility for the centre activities and excursion programme, to ensure that a high-quality programme is delivered, utilising the provided outline programme and following our guidelines closely.
* Responding to our clients’ needs, and meeting their demands wherever possible
* Working closely with the Holiday Course Coordinator and Activity Leaders to provide a meaningful and challenging learning experience for all students.
* Ensuring the safety and welfare of all the students at all times
Department: Programmes
Reports to: Holiday Course Coordinator
Contract: Temporary, fixed term
Hours: 48 hours over 6 days per week
Salary Scale: £762.60 per week + holiday entitlement
There is a salary deduction of £74.62 per week for accommodation. (In line government accommodation offset rates)
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Play a large part in the Staff Induction Day, usually one or two days prior to students’ arrival. Help in providing training to Activity Leaders in planning, organising and running on-site and off-site activities and excursions
* Deliver a high-quality activities and excursions programme. Consult with Holiday Course Coordinator and other members of the activity team to improve the programme wherever possible, within guidelines set by the college.
* Ensure activities comply with British Council and English UK guidelines (documents available on site).
* Gain a sound knowledge of the local area and its attractions prior to commencement of contract.
* Manage, motivate, and brief the activity team and oversee their designated tasks, referring any issues to the Holiday Course Coordinator.
* Establish a working atmosphere of co-operation, fun and enthusiasm between staff, clients (Group Leaders) and students.
* Ensure a high level of student and staff participation in activities through motivation, organisation and supervision.
* Ensure that activities and excursions are run according to CSVPA procedures and rules.
* Confirm all facilities and booking details with the centre and external suppliers, such as attractions and coaches.
* Control the activity materials stock, including items belonging to Stafford House Study Holidays, CSVPA, and hired items. Return all unused/durable stock to CSVPA in good condition.
* Ensure that CSVPA and its customers receive value for money from the activities programme, and that correct use is being made of the facilities and coaches.
* Represent CSVPA positively in all conversations with clients, staff, and students.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
* Level of spoken and written English equivalent to CEF level C1/CAE/IELTS 7.0
* Previous experience of running an activity/leisure programme
* Previous Activity Leader experience
* Previous summer school experience
* Effective management skills
* Proven competence in leadership
* Proven competence in administration
* Computer literate
* Able to adapt quickly to change
* Effective communicator
* Enjoy working with children and teenagers from other cultures
* Able to address large groups of young people
* Able to maintain long periods of physical activity
* Enthusiasm
* Professional appearance
Desirable
* Relevant qualification e.g. sports coaching or drama
* Current First Aid certificate
* Experience of working with children
* Previous residential experience
BENEFITS
Cycle to work Scheme
Tech Scheme
Car Scheme
Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
Free eye tests
Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
Employee Assistance Programme
Group income protection
GP24: GP Access for all
Health Cash Plan
Death in Service
Long service awards
Employee referral scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.
Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.
We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.
SAFEGUARDING
CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.