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Activity Instructor: Ultimate Holiday Camps - St Albans, Hertfordshire, St Albans
Client: Ultimate Activity
Location: St Albans, United Kingdom
Job Category: Education
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
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Posted:
16.02.2025
Expiry Date:
02.04.2025
Job Description:
Activity Instructor: Ultimate Holiday Camps - St Albans, Hertfordshire
The Details
Title: Activity Instructor
Reporting to: Camp Manager
Contract: Seasonal work in school holidays.
Pay: £95.26 - £120.41 (Inclusive of Holiday Pay, based on an 8.5 hour day). Pay is calculated on age, experience and qualifications.
Hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm weekdays. Full season or part season roles available, and additional hours available for staff that hold a paediatric first aid qualification (usually 8am – 6pm).
Summary of Position
The role of an Activity Instructor is to ensure the welfare and safety of the children on camp and to deliver outstanding, structured activities. You will be expected to deliver a range of structured activities including sports, arts and crafts, and games catered to the ages of 6-14 years with an emphasis on participation, care and development. In return, we provide training and support for all individuals and the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of working in a childcare setting.
As well as leading sessions, staff contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps. Our Activity Instructors have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, focusing on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Prepare and deliver activities for children aged 6-14, focusing on participation, development and enjoyment, working both alone and alongside other staff.
* Take a pastoral role as a group leader, welcoming new children into your group and liaising with the Camp Manager and/or parents as necessary.
* Supervise and engage with the children outside of activity times, continuously promoting their welfare.
* Show high levels of energy, enthusiasm and professionalism, acting as a suitable role model for the children.
* Ensure all policies and procedures on camp are adhered to, including all health and safety, and safeguarding procedures.
* Live up to the Ultimate Activity Camp promise of ‘Inspiring Children Every Day’ and behave in a manner that reflects the expectations of the company throughout your employment.
Qualifications and Skills
* Experience of working with children and delivering activities.
* Able to tailor delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
* Enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about developing children through play and activity.
* Good organisation and communication skills; confident in leading a group of children.
* A flexible team player, able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
* Looking for a challenging but rewarding job in the holidays, aiming to further a career in childcare and coaching.
* Qualified in or working towards a relevant sport, art, performing arts, teaching or childcare qualification.
* Experience taking sole charge of a group of children.
* Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 hour or 6 hour) or First Aid at Work qualification (Courses for Paediatric First Aid can be provided).
* Paid pre-camp training programme to prepare you to be an Ultimate staff member.
* Competitive pay and opportunities for progression.
* Subsidised First Aid qualifications and CPD opportunities.
* Each day is filled with rewarding work in an enthusiastic environment.
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