Lead with confidence and care, driving operational success and enriching the student experience About the role Role type: Fixed term, Residential
Dates: For course dates between end of June and end of August 2025
Working pattern: Saturday to Saturday, up to 65 hours per week on a shift pattern with overnight duties. 1 day off per week.
Reports to: Course Director
As a member of the senior management team on-site, you will manage the staff and students ensuring the smooth delivery of the courses. You will also act as the primary decision-maker in the Course Director's absence.
Main duties -
Leadership - Managing the performance of junior management staff, and supporting them to maintain positive relationships with their teams.
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Decision making - Deputising for the Course Director in their absence, including acting as the primary decision-maker on site.
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Atmosphere - Contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
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Timetable - Oversee staff responsible for planning and execution of excursions, meals and activities, in order to deliver an excellent programme.
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Budget management - Supporting the Course Director to keep delivery costs within budget to best add value to student experience, and keep accurate records of spending.
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Pastoral care - Liaising with the Course Director and the Welfare and Safeguarding Officer to ensure safeguarding, behaviour, and discipline are managed effectively.
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Residential duties - Up to 10 hrs per week, as part of the residential team including morning registrations, meal time supervision, curfew checks and overnight phone duty.
- Safeguarding - Appropriately responding to any safeguarding concerns that may arise.
About you -
You are a dynamic leader with exceptional management skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team to deliver the best service while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
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You're able to make decisions with excellent judgement and conviction, remaining composed in high-pressure situations while prioritising student safety and wellbeing.
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You can manage relationships with staff, students, and external stakeholders effectively, promoting positive and respectful interactions.
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You're comfortable managing the operational and pastoral demands of a residential course, confidently addressing challenges and maintaining high standards of care.
Essential -
Experience in a leadership or management role ideally in education including the management of a team of staff and students.
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Clear knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and emergency procedures.
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Proven ability to problem solve and provide thoughtful solutions that consider staff wellbeing and student experience.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and experience managing and developing staff.
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Proven ability to use IT effectively including the use of computers, smartphones and the internet for tasks such as email communication, group chats, managing files, and troubleshooting basic technical issues.
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Right to work in the UK (we cannot sponsor work visas for this role)
Desirable -
Knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Sheets).
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Experience working in a teaching or management capacity in a summer school.
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Familiarity with managing inexperienced team members, particularly in residential environments like summer schools.
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