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InvestIN Education Summer School Centre Manager

About The Role

Fixed term contracts available between 29th June and 29th August.

- Full summer contract: 29th June – 18th July, 23rd July – 8th August, 14th August – 29th August.
- Medium term contract: 29th June – 18th July & 23rd July – 8th August.
- Short term contract: 20th July – 8th August.

The Role

InvestIN’s Centre Manager will take overall management of one of our Halls of Residence, managing a team of Assistant Centre Managers (ACMs) and on‑site health and wellbeing teams, and will be accountable for the smooth running of the centre and the safeguarding and wellbeing of all students in our care.

SITE

During the summer holidays, we deliver immersive Summer Experiences that give students a 360‑degree insight into their dream career. Led by industry professionals, our programmes offer up to 65 hours of hands‑on experience, including visits to real workplaces, professional development coaching, and exclusive networking opportunities.

The experiences are based on‑campus in central London at some of the UK’s most prestigious universities, including University College London (UCL), the London School of Economics (LSE), and the University of London. Students can choose to attend a one‑week, two‑week, or two‑week Premium programme, with the option to study on a non‑residential or residential basis.

Ways we support our Centre Managers

- Full cost cover for a new Enhanced DBS (if required) for the first contract.
- Extensive, paid, on‑site training prior to student arrival.
- Accommodation included.
- Appraisals.
- Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP).
- Continual support from the Summer Experience Directors, both on the ground and via phone/email.
- Online safeguarding and prevent training.
- Qualified, fun and supportive environment.

Remuneration

£900 per week, plus 2 meals per day and accommodation. Annual leave is accrued throughout the internship at a standard rate of 25 days per year pro‑rated.

Working Hours

Average of 55 hours per week (opt‑out from the 48‑hour Working Time Directive).

Main Duties

Site Management

- Act as on‑site Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Overall day‑to‑day management of a Hall of Residence (UCL Garden Halls or College Halls).
- Accountability for smooth and safe running of the centre.
- Lead on‑site check‑in, check‑out and pastoral care.
- Record keeping and oversight of the team’s record keeping in line with InvestIN’s policies.
- Act as on‑site Fire Marshall.

People Management

- Manage a team of 5‑6 ACMs.
- Hold pastoral team accountable for communication.
- Manage site‑based TOIL/overtime requests.




- Performance‑manage the summer pastoral team and report escalations to DSL or HR.
- Primary liaison with InvestIN’s full‑time team (Directors, Head of Safeguarding, Student Experience team).
- Maintain regular face time, full‑team meetings and daily meetings.

Safeguarding

- Local point of contact, 24‑hour provision, providing support, intervention and advice for health, safety and wellbeing.
- Escalate concerns to Local Authority and MASH.
- Monitor and report on student wellbeing, including risk assessment communications.
- Maintain records on all InvestIN reporting platforms.

Behaviour Management

- Oversee residential experience, manage behaviour against the Behaviour Matrix, assess safety risks and communicate hazards to the University of London team.
- Conduct behaviour meetings and facilitate Individual Behaviour Plans for high‑level warnings.
- Point of contact for escalation of behaviour issues.
- Lead on student expulsions under guidance from InvestIN management.

Other

- Act in accordance with InvestIN’s ethos and cultural values.
- Adhere to safeguarding policy and staff/student Code of Conduct.
- Undertake mandatory safeguarding and child protection training and other professional development activities (KCSIE 2025).

Note that this list is indicative rather than exhaustive; additional responsibilities may arise.

About You

InvestIN Person Specification

Our ideal candidate is proactive, energetic, adaptable, resilient under pressure, maintains a positive attitude and high standards of professionalism. They are a strong team leader with developed people‑management skills and thrive in an exciting fast‑paced setting.

Skills and Interests

- Experienced professional with a genuine passion for working with and encouraging young people.
- Enthusiastic, committed, and passionate about health, wellbeing and safety of young people with strong boundaries.
- Interest and skill in safeguarding, understanding today’s young communities.
- Confident in leading and working in matrixed teams.

Experience

- Pastoral care for young people (essential).
- Residential setting experience (essential).
- Team leadership (essential).
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (essential).
- Supporting SEND students (essential).
- Work with 15‑18‑year‑olds (desirable).
- Creative problem‑solving, calm approach, proactive, high energy.
- Resilience, reliability, punctuality,



effective communication.
- Agile, innovative, solution‑oriented.
- Support inclusivity and diversity; kind and supportive approach.
- Deep understanding of safeguarding and ability to act appropriately.
- Commitment to giving students a 5★ experience and to InvestIN’s mission.
- Sense of passion and belonging with our cultural values.

About Us

Since 2012, InvestIN has equipped over 70,000 students from the UK and 100+ countries with immersive experience of their dream career. We deliver work‑experience programmes across 15 industries, including medicine, engineering, architecture and entrepreneurship.

Our Mission

Life beyond education can feel daunting; we empower students to make the right career decisions, increase their chances of breaking into a competitive field, develop key employability skills and boost university applications and CVs.

What We Do

InvestIN delivers immersive work‑experience programmes in London for students aged 15‑18. Each programme is delivered by industry experts to equip students with a 360‑degree insight into their fields.

Our Impact

Three in four alumni who referenced InvestIN on their university applications received a spot at their first choice university.

Our Advocates

We have a network of over 1,200 partner schools worldwide.

Our Feedback

We have excellent ratings based on over 1,500 Trustpilot and Google reviews; 93% of last year’s students said they would recommend InvestIN.

Our Accreditations

We are the only accredited summer school enabling UCAS points for work experience, accredited by the British Accreditation Council and approved as an activity provider for the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential Award.

TO APPLY

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Note: This post involves direct contact with vulnerable children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Should You Be Successful

- Any CV gaps will be inquired and must be explained satisfactorily.
- Proof of Right to Work in the UK required.
- Details of two recent professional/academic referees who can attest to your suitability for working with children.
- Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) required.
- Declaration that you have no known reason preventing work with children.
- Official ID and certificates required for records.

Safer Recruitment, Safeguarding and EDI Statement

InvestIN is committed to safeguarding children and young people and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Open Source Searching Guidance

InvestIN follows legislation and advisories set out in the KCSIE 2025 framework. Further guidance can be found at the provided link.

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