Residence Advisor (Summer 2025)

Brighton

Full Time/Fixed Term

 

 

Embark on a memorable summer with EF Education First, a trailblazer in international education, as we invite you to join our dynamic student Residence Team. This summer role isn't just a job; it's a gateway to a vibrant community, an opportunity to bridge cultures, and a chance to transform lives, including your own.

 

 

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

 

EF’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

 

EF Brighton LOCATION is seeking a responsible and energetic individual to join our Residence Team for summer 2025. As Residence Advisor, you’ll play a vital part in creating a safe, welcoming, and memorable living environment for our international students, helping them feel at home while they explore a new country and culture. If you’re ready to step into a dynamic, people-focused role and help make a difference for students this summer, we’d love to hear from you!

 

This is a live in position where accommodation and full board is provided at no extra cost. Roles run from June/July – August 2025 

 

 

Responsibilities

 

Meeting and greeting new students on arrival and informing them of rulesAssisting with checking in & taking students to roomsMaintain safe and comfortable environment by taking appropriate action in the event of student misconduct, addressing concerns with relevant school staff  Undertake provided basic first aid training and be ready to give appropriate assistance where required or contact medical/emergency services where necessary Ensure standards of rooms and quality of services are maintained by conducting weekly building and room checks using provided tool/form Carry out nightly curfew checks for under 18s on rotation Assisting students with problems and queriesManage and report welfare issues relating to students in residence Take responsibility for fire safety and familiarise self with evacuation proceduresEnsuring that residence rules are being adhered to and report all issues to residence managerParticipate in regular emergency phone duty as per rotaPromote and run activities for residence studentsReminding departing students of leaving date & procedures

 

 

Requirements

 

Given the on call nature of the position, a flexible, hands-on approach to nature & hours of work undertaken is essentialHighly motivated, energetic, positiveCustomer service orientated, friendly & approachable mannerAble to remain calm under pressure & to diffuse potentially difficult situationsSensitive to needs of international students living away from homeExcellent communicator with students, colleagues, and external clientsAttention to detail, organised & thoroughAll offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two referencesLegally able to work in the UK at commencement of employment

 

 

Why you will love working with EF

 

Continuous professional development  Work in a truly international environment  Regular social events  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  Summer camp canteen  Free accommodation providedPre summer trainingAccess 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.