Stafford House Study Holidays - Summer Staff 2026

Welcome to Stafford House Study Holidays (part of CATS Global Schools)

Are you looking for work that’s fun and exciting over the 2026 summer holidays? Something a little different to the norm?

If so, come and join our Stafford House Study Holidays team!

Not only is it a great way to earn money, but you'll also gain transferable employment skills and valuable experience that may help you advance in your chosen career. You'll make new friends, and let’s not forget, it’s a lot of fun too!

At Stafford House Study Holidays, we welcome more than 6,000 international students aged 8-17 each summer, helping them improve their English while enjoying a fun, unforgettable experience. Students join us for up to 2 weeks at one of our fantastic summer centres, where they take part in a rich programme of English lessons, activities and excursions.

Where are our locations? Bournemouth, Canterbury, Cambridge, Central London, Uxbridge, Northampton, Oakham (famous for the Michael Owen Red Stars football school). *New for 2026 - York!

What contracts do we offer? You can choose your contract of 4-6 weeks between late-June to mid-August. Please note you must be available within at least 3 consecutive weeks in July, as this is our busiest period.

Is accommodation included? We can often support you with full-board accommodation if you’d like to try a residential contract in a new location for the summer. Student Welfare Officers/Student Welfare Officers (Transfers) must be residential as part of their role.

Pay: Please see the rates of pay below. You can find a full breakdown in the individual Job Descriptions at the bottom of this advert.

(More information and individual Job Descriptions are available at the bottom of this advert)

Activity Leaders:
We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic professionals to work as Activity Leaders. You will be supporting our students on a wide range of activities and excursions such as sports, drama, arts, quizzes, discos, fashion shows, and more. You will also lead groups to theme parks, city tours, historical sites, etc. We will provide you with all the necessary materials to make these activities and excursions exciting.

You must be: Responsible, active, and energetic with great communication skills. You don’t require a particular subject of study but experience of working in a similar capacity with young people is highly desirable.

We can provide full-board accommodation if preferred, for a small weekly salary deduction (£77. 70 per week in line with government guidelines) *We may not be able provide accommodation in central London and cannot in Canterbury. This is a full-time role, 48 hours per week

Pay: £610.08 per week plus holiday entitlement + loyalty increments if applicable

INCENTIVES: Discounted CELTA courses (learn to teach English as a Foreign Language) may be available for qualifying staff in 2026. T&Cs apply - contact us for more information

Student Welfare Officers/Student Welfare Officers (Transfers):
Our Student Welfare team supports our students with all pastoral and well-being needs, rather like a house parent. They are also involved in lights-out duties, mealtime supervision etc. In addition, Student Welfare Officers (Transfers) attend London airports and train stations to welcome our students and support them onto their chosen centre.

You must be: Responsible, caring, and be a great communicator. For the transfer role, you must also be confident to travel to airports and international rail stations. You don’t require a particular subject of study but experience of working in a similar capacity with young people is highly desirable. This role involves administration, so you must be well organised, and possess a variety of effective admin skills. You must have the capacity to promote the welfare of young people.
It's compulsory to be residential for this position. Full-board accommodation is provided without deduction from salary. You must be available to attend a training day on 24th June 2026. This is a full-time role, 48 hours per week.

Pay: £610.08 per week plus holiday entitlement + loyalty increments if applicable (increased for senior positions)

INCENTIVES: Discounted CELTA courses (learn to teach English as a Foreign Language) may be available for qualifying staff in 2026. T&Cs apply - contact us for more information

Senior Roles: We also hire Senior Activities and Welfare staff who are paid at an increased rate. You must have worked in a summer school previously to be considered for a senior role.

EFL Teachers:
We welcome experienced and newly qualified teachers. We have small class sizes (around 15-students) and all teaching materials are provided for you. You’ll be supported by an established teaching and management team with CPD, observations and appraisals.
You must be: Qualified to teach with a CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL or equivalent/higher or PGCE in Primary, English, or Modern Foreign Languages. (Please contact us for queries about other acceptable qualifications) TEFL qualifications must have included a minimum of 6-hours observed teaching practice to be accepted, in line with British Council standards.

You have the option to be residential in our centres, except in London. If you choose to be residential it’s full-time, 42 hours per week which includes teaching + activities/leading excursions etc. If non-residential, contracts can be 16, 32 or 42 hours per week.

Pay: In 2025, rates varied from rom £250.08 - £615.00 per week plus holiday entitlement. Rates of pay depend on hours, whether you choose to be residential/non-residential, seniority, level of experience, qualifications etc. Rates will be reviewed in January 2026.

INCENTIVES: Qualifying teachers working during summer 2026 may be eligible to apply for free DELTA module 1 course. We also offer CPD courses prior to, during and after your employment. All subject to T&Cs - contact us for more information

Management & Senior Roles:

We also have a range of management positions available in Activities, Welfare and Aca for people with previous summer school or teacher management experience. Please contact; recruitment@staffordhouse.com with your CV for more information on these roles. These are full-time, residential roles working of 55-60 hours per week, depending on role.

Pay: In 2025, rates varied from £671.55 - £919.54 per week plus holiday entitlement - this will be reviewed in January 2026

• You must already have the right to work in the UK. We cannot sponsor you, sorry.

• Activity Leaders, Student Welfare Officers/Transfers and Management are all full-time roles and we cannot offer part-time. (Applicants on an International Student visa are welcome, however you must check your term dates/visa conditions to ensure you are able to work full time during your contract)

• Teaching roles can be part-time of full-time (16-42 hours per week)

• We take safeguarding very seriously and all successful candidates must complete our pre-employment checks before starting work

• You don’t need specific experience a particular subject of study to be successful, unless you are a teacher (please see above). We expect everyone to support and understand good safeguarding practice. Further training will be provided.

• If you have any questions, please contact us: recruitment@staffordhouse.com

We will start shortlisting calls from week commencing 5th January 2026.

Please click the link below and complete the brief online application form. We look forward to hearing from you!

For more information on our recruitment process, please see the attached information booklet (below)

WHO ARE WE? Stafford House has over 70 years’ experience in providing international students with great English language study experiences in the UK. Our mission is to educate, inspire and help our students enjoy our locations, empowering them with confidence to realise their personal potential. Stafford House comprises 2 brands, Stafford House International and Stafford House Study Holidays.
We offer 7 fantastic study locations within the UK with a wide range of courses to choose from including English Language and activities, creative Art & Design, sports, and academic preparation courses.
Stafford House International is part of CATS Global Schools (CGS), a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING: CATS Global Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect everyone connected with the organisation to share this commitment. All positions are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a criminal declaration form prior to interview and be subject to online checks which may include social media checks in addition to an enhanced DBS check (DBS process paid for by CATS Global Schools), references and if applicable, an overseas police check.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values – Pioneering, Persevering, People – we pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools an employer of choice for all.

AND FINALLY
What are you waiting for? We look forward to hearing from you. Good luck!