Join The King’s School, Canterbury as Co-Curricular Director for our Summer Programmes!
This summer, we are proud to host two outstanding residential programmes:
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A residential exchange programme: A bespoke experience for students aged 9–13 from our partner school in The King’s School, Shenzhen, China.
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The Global Summer School: An exciting opportunity for international students aged 8–17 to enhance their English skills while exploring specialist academies in Sports, Music & Performance, Pre-University Preparations, and International Relations.
The Role
As a key member of the Summer Programmes leadership team, you will ensure an exciting, dynamic, and safe co-curricular experience for students aged 8–17. You will develop and implement a diverse programme of activities, lead a team of activity leaders, and ensure all events align with the school’s values and educational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive programme of excursions, social events, and enrichment activities.
- Manage and support a team of activity leaders, ensuring high-quality delivery.
- Coordinate logistics, including venue bookings, transport, and risk assessments.
- Foster an inclusive and engaging environment, ensuring student welfare and safeguarding.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual with experience of managing co-curricular programmes, events or youth activities. You will have strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire and manage staff. A proactive, adaptable and student focussed approach is essential.
To discuss the role further please contact Nina Hunt n.hunt@kings-school.co.uk | Mike Pengelly m.pengelly@kings-school.co.uk
For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies • The King’s School, Canterbury.
The post will be closed once we have appointed to the position and therefore early applications are advised.
The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
