ECA Coordinator

ph3About the School-Florence Bilingual School /h3pFlorence Bilingual School (FBS) is a bilingual Italian/English school that has been active since 1973. Accredited by Cambridge International, FBS promotes an educational approach and curriculum aimed at the development of each student’s confidence, creativity, and autonomy. Since 2021, FBS has been part of the international Cognita Schools group, an extraordinary community of diverse yet connected schools spanning sixteen different countries. /ppWith 50 years of experience, our school offers a high-profile education that skilfully combines tradition and innovation. We prepare students to succeed in life by cultivating a global perspective and a fervent passion for learning. We design our educational approach to ensure that students develop the skills necessary to thrive in their personal growth journey, offering them an experience of learning excellence. /ppThe school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced ECA Coordinator to join our fantastic team. /ph3About Cognita /h3pCognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world". /ppAt Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too. /ppWe protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class. /ppIt’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive. /ph3About the Role /h3pAs the ECA Coordinator, you will lead the development, promotion and day-to-day delivery of the school's extracurricular programme, including after-school activities, sports, clubs, educational visits, residential trips and camps. Working closely with the Business Manager, you will ensure programmes are engaging, safe, well-organised and financially sustainable. You'll be the main point of contact for families, helping to drive participation and enhance the student experience, while coordinating logistics, managing budgets, monitoring performance and building strong relationships with staff and external partners. Through effective planning, administration and continuous improvement, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality enrichment opportunities that support student development, parent satisfaction and the school's strategic goals. /ph3Who We Are Looking For /h3ulliExcellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. /liliStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and external partners. /liliEffective time management and problem-solving skills in a busy, fast-paced environment. /liliCollaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across educational and administrative teams. /liliHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. /liliPositive, creative, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude. /liliExperience coordinating events, educational trips, camps, extracurricular activities, or hospitality services. /liliExperience managing budgets, controlling costs, and monitoring financial performance. /liliStrong commercial awareness with the ability to drive participation, revenue, and customer satisfaction. /liliExperience in admissions, enrolment, account management, business development, contract negotiation, or supplier management would be advantageous. /liliQualifications in marketing, education management, hospitality, event management, or a related field are desirable. /liliFluency in English and Italian is essential; additional language skills, particularly Chinese, are desirable. /li /ulh3Benefits at Cognita /h3ulliSalary of 20-23,000€ /liliFree lunch provided during Term Time /liliSchool holidays and public holidays /liliProfessional Development /li /ulpClosing date: 23:59 CEST (UTC+2), Sunday 27th September 2026. /ppCognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. /ppWe are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. /ppEarly applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr