Lifeguard & Activity Leader (Fixed Term Summer Contract)
1. Contract
Company Description
Alpadia Language Schools develops language skills through summer courses in English, French and German for juniors across Europe. Alpadia enjoys a premium reputation being part of the Kaplan International Languages group. All our schools are in exclusive locations and provide a fantastic setting for staff and students to thrive.
Established in and ever-growing, Alpadia’s mission is to encourage language development through immersion, broaden students’ horizons and inspire their futures. By joining Alpadia for Summer, you will be a part of our growing, diverse, and vibrant team welcoming international students from around the world.
We also aim to provide a developing and enriching experience for our employees and to help you develop personally and professionally.
Job Description
Your role:
2. Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students in our care
3. Prepare and lead afternoon and evening activities and/or Premium activities, giving thought to staging to ensure all students enjoy each activity
4. Prepare and lead excursion sessions, giving thought to cultural immersion and student safety
5. Review session plans and excursion material in advance of sessions along with corresponding risk assessments
6. Deliver the standard of quality that our students and stakeholders expect of Alpadia
7. Be friendly and approachable to develop positive relationships with students that help to enhance their overall experience
8. Manage students’ behaviour, with a judicious awareness of the need to sanction or encourage as appropriate
9. Prioritize the safety of students more than anything else, following our Safeguarding and Health and Safety procedures
10. Supervise students’ free time actively and professionally. Ensure rules in the residence are always followed and the accommodation is kept tidy. Ensure the students go to bed and wake up at the appropriate times, accompanying them, as necessary
11. Assist in the check-in/check-out procedure
12. Supervise students at mealtimes
13. Ensure you complete all additional tasks as given by the Camp Manager
Qualifications
Your profile:
Essential:
14. Able to lead, motivate and encourage large groups of teenagers
15. Excellent communicator
16. Ability to work under pressure
17. Excellent organisational and effective communication skills
18. A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
19. Adaptable and flexible
20. Display a positive, can do attitude
21. Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to its success
22. Experience of working with junior students in education or care settings
23. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) 3.3 m
Desirable:
24. Experience working in holiday camps or similar organisations
25. Keen interest in culture and sport (preferably with relevant qualifications such as National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or First Aid qualification
26. Experience of working with international students
27. Previous experience of running an activity/leisure programme
Additional Information
We offer you:
28. A developing and enriching summer experience
29. The chance to make long term connections and friends
30. Meaningful engagement with international students and the chance to give back
31. A sense of belonging with many returning staff members each year
32. Development of your social, relationship and leadership skills
33. Join a booming community of Alpadia staff members
34. Start or continue your professional development (CPD) in a supportive coaching environment
35. An industry competitive salary
36. Role training and the opportunity for experiential learning throughout
37. An unforgettable experience in a dynamic atmosphere
38. An international working environment
39. Free entrance for all activities and excursions
40. Attractive bonus options for returners and the possibility of career progression
Did you know that staff members who work in summer camps develop skills that enhance their career advancement in the future?