Your Role
EF Torquay Summer School is seeking energetic, outgoing and organised individuals to join our Activities & Events Team as Activities & Events Coordinator for summer 2026.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, planning and delivering a diverse range of activities, events and excursions that create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for our international students outside of class.
Position Details:
1. Full-time
2. 5 days a week
3. Fixed-term contract between June – August 2026
4. Accommodation provided if necessary
If you want to develop your operational and administrative skills, all while having huge amounts of fun working with people from around the world, we encourage you to apply!
At EF Education First, we believe the world is better when people strive to understand one another. With 600+ schools and offices in 50 countries, we offer immersive programs in language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics, turning dreams into global opportunities. Join us in our shared mission of opening the world through education.
Responsibilities
5. Lead daily and evening activities, setting a positive example for Activity Leaders through strong student engagement and a clear focus on welfare and wellbeing
6. Design, plan and deliver interactive games, events and sessions that foster participation, fun and a sense of community
7. Oversee and coordinate outdoor activities and events, ensuring effective group management, safety, and a consistently positive atmosphere
8. Support and guide Activity Leaders during activities, ensuring sessions are well-managed, engaging, and delivered to EF standards
9. Confidently manage large groups of students in both indoor and outdoor settings, maintaining control, energy, and student engagement
10. Respond to student and team feedback, adapting activities and approaches to meet evolving interests and needs
11. Promote activities and excursions using social media and other communication tools to maximise student awareness and participation
12. Ensure all activity information, schedules and booking communications are accurate, current and clearly shared
13. Observe activities and provide feedback to ensure a consistently high standard of delivery
14. Handle incidents and emergencies calmly and professionally, following EF procedures to ensure student safety
15. Maintain a strong focus on health & safety and safeguarding, prioritising student wellbeing at all times
16. Liaise with local, national and international service providers to support events and activities and maintain strong working relationships
17. Participate in the Emergency Phone rotation as required
Requirements
18. Highly motivated, energetic and positive, with a sociable and outgoing personality
19. Highly organised and thorough, able to use initiative and work independently
20. Confident in leading and managing large groups of students in both indoor and outdoor settings
21. Previous experience in outdoor education, camps, activity coordination or instructor roles, with responsibility for group management
22. Proven ability to take a visible leadership role outdoors, setting tone, energy and expectations for students and staff
23. Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally, remaining composed under pressure
24. Appreciation of cultural differences and sensitivity to the needs of international students
25. Flexible approach to working hours and schedules
26. Trained First Aider (preferable but not essential)
27. Experience working with 13–17 year olds (preferable but not essential)
28. All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
29. Right to work in the UK on commencement of employment
Why you will love working with EF
30. Work in a truly international environment
31. Boost your CV this summer with a world renowned organisation
32. Regular social events
33. Pre-summer online and in person trainings
34. Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided
35. Potential for summer-to-summer progression: Leader → Coordinator → Manager
36. Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
37. Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
38. Global career opportunities
39. External trainings on safeguarding, mental health and first aid
40. Spend summer by the sea
41. Close knit team local to the area
42. Employee assistance program
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EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.
EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique. #LI-PB1