Activities Coordinator (Summer 2025)

EF Oxford

Full Time/Fixed Term

 

Are you looking to gain valuable work experience this summer within international business?  Do you enjoy working with young people and putting the WOW factor into culturally enriching and entertaining events? If so, join EF Education First as an Activities Coordinator and be part of our mission to open the world through education.
 

 

Careers at EF | Open the world with us
 

EF Education First’s mission is opening the world through education. 

A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers – creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education.

 

Your Role

 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organized Activities Coordinator to join us at our Oxford International Language Campus for the summer of 2025. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and delivering a diverse range of activities that create a vibrant, engaging atmosphere for international students outside of class.

 

Your efforts will help foster a dynamic and enjoyable environment where students can connect and experience cultural enrichment. Reporting to the Activities Manager, you will be expected to uphold the highest standards of quality and professionalism, setting an example for the EF Oxford staff and ensuring an exceptional experience for all students.

 

This is a full time, 6 days a week, fixed term role running throughout July and August, with permanent job opportunities post summer.

 

 

Responsibilities

 

Work alongside the Activities Manager and Activities Coordinator to ensure the smooth operation of all activities and eventsPromoting activities and excursions dailyProviding excellent customer service at the Activities Desk every day, problem solving and answering student questions with a happy demeanourMonitor and provide feedback to Activity Leaders and assist them during activities where necessaryEnsuring the EF areas are set up for each activity and all supplies are readyRunning and facilitating activities where help is neededEnsuring that all posters and advertisements for activities are consistently updatedMonitoring and maintaining the Lounge/Club equipment and stock levelsAssisting in welfare and discipline where necessaryDealing with problems and emergency situations should they arise

 

 

Requirements

 

Enthusiastic, organised and a natural leaderA keen interest in events and activitiesCapable of using your own initiativeHave the right to live and work in the country of employmentComplete fluency in EnglishAttend training prior to your contract commencingAll offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two referencesRight to work in the UK at commencement of employment

 

 

Why you will love working with EF

 

Continuous professional developmentExposure to international businessWork in a truly international environment  Regular social events throughout summer  Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided  Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition  Global career opportunities Employee Assistance ProgramAccess to EF Hello language learning

 

 

EF Education First – Our History and Values

Career Progression at EF

 

 

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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.

 

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