About Summer Discovery/Oxford Summer Courses

Founded by school friends and Oxford graduates, Oxford Summer Courses is part of the Summer Discovery Group. We are driven by a singular vision: to inspire and nurture independent thought through world-class education. As a certified B Corp, we are also committed to making a positive social and environmental impact.

We support students in their mission to deepen their knowledge of their academic passion and foster college-ready confidence through hands-on learning experiences in their preferred field of study. We are the industry trailblazers, applying years of learning, refinement and relationship building into what we do each day. 

Simply put, our team is obsessed with summer and determined to help our students excel, building lifelong skills, embracing intellectual curiosity, innovation, and a love of learning.  

About the role

Be the energy behind unforgettable student experiences by leading activities, ensuring safety, and bringing enthusiasm to every day.

As an Activity Leader, you’ll play a vital role in creating a lively, safe, and memorable summer experience for our students. You’ll bring energy and enthusiasm to every session, helping students build friendships, discover new interests, and make the most of their time outside the classroom. From leading games and workshops to supporting your fellow colleagues and helping plan social events, you’ll be at the heart of the programme’s success.

Main duties

• Student engagement: Build rapport with students and encourage participation in activities, creating an atmosphere of fun, curiosity, and belonging.
• Activity Programme: Lead nightly student activities (planned in advance by the admin team, adjusted as needed by the Activity Leader and student feedback).
• Welfare and safety: Ensure the wellbeing, discipline, and safeguarding of students during activities, reporting concerns promptly.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with the Resident Counselors, welfare team, and senior staff to ensure smooth handovers and cohesive student experiences. Provide admin and preperation support for weekend activities.
• Logistics: Support the smooth running of the daily programme, making sure students are in the right place at the right time and that activities run safely and to schedule.
• Cultural exchange: Provide a local/UK perspective and contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative working environment

About you

You’re an outgoing and enthusiastic communicator who enjoys working with young people, bringing energy and positivity to every interaction. A proactive team player, you motivate and inspire others while creating a warm, inclusive environment and helping each day run smoothly.

Essential

• Experience of working effectively in a team.
• Confident and can lead/speak in front of a large group of people.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Live in or within commutable distance of Cambridge.
• Right to work in the UK (we cannot sponsor work visas for this role).
• Available for the entire duration of the programme (July 2026)

Desirable

• Adaptable and proactive.
• Experience supporting and working with young people in a summer school setting or youth organisation.
• Familiarity with our Cambridge course location.

Education : Completed or currently pursuing a four-year university degree. 

Oxford Summer Courses is committed to safeguarding and protecting children. All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks, and references are requested and, where appropriate, validated. Only successful applicants will be contacted. This advert does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Candidates are assessed solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the role. Reasonable adjustment requests, including accessible documents or interview modifications, are welcomed and should be communicated to the recruitment team.