Creative Instructor - Summer - Bedford, Bedfordshire, Bedford
Client:
Barracudas Activity Day Camps
Location:
Bedford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Education
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
5
Posted:
16.02.2025
Expiry Date:
02.04.2025
Job Description:
Creative Instructor - Summer - Bedford, Bedfordshire
Hours of work: 08:30 – 17:30
Salary: £412.00 – £559.17 salary per week depending on age, internal/external experience, and qualifications.
(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2023 wage level. 2024 wage level effective from 1st April.)
Reportable to: Camp Senior Team, Area Manager and Central Office
Barracudas are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
CREATIVE INSTRUCTOR DUTIES
* Set up and maintain your Arts & Crafts/ Dance & Drama areas to be suitable and inviting for the children – keeping your work area tidy and resources regularly stocked up.
* Follow policies and procedures to ensure the children in your care have fun in a safe environment.
* Plan and deliver a variety of exciting and safe creative activities that are age-appropriate for the timetabled group.
* Provide safety instructions and demonstrations of equipment while ensuring adherence.
* Work alongside other staff members who may assist with your sessions.
* Take responsibility for general welfare and safeguarding.
* Ensure that the needs of the children in your care are met with active supervision and attention throughout the day, including breaks and lunch times.
* Create prototypes to display for your art sessions.
* Encourage maximum participation of the children in the group.
* Maintain a tidy site/base rooms and ensure all equipment is packed away.
REQUIREMENTS
* Experience in a creative background.
* Aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract.
* Eligible to work in the UK.
* Provide satisfactory professional/academic references.
* Enthusiastic, caring, and organized with excellent communication skills and able to use initiative.
* Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
* Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you’re new to Barracudas (See Staffroom for dates).
* Complete Online Training annually.
* Attend Induction Training Day ahead of your first working season (this will most likely take place within the 7-day period before your camp opens).
* Follow child protection policy when using a Camp Tablet/Kindle for music.
* Assist with pack up at the end of camp.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensure the company fulfills all Health and Safety obligations by carefully following instructions and showing a proactive approach to safety issues.
* Organize and deliver activities appropriate for the children in your care within the scope of your qualifications, skills, and knowledge.
* Encourage children to participate in new activities and ensure the activity programme aligns with the timetable.
* Ensure children under your supervision behave safely and always know their whereabouts.
* Follow all camp systems, including registration and collection procedures and Health and Safety systems.
* Be a positive role model by promoting a healthy lifestyle and good hygiene precautions.
* Report any concerns regarding Child Protection to your Senior Team or a Designated Person at the Central Office.
* Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate children in your group with additional needs.
* Support a swimming session if required.
* The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization.
Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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Created on 16/02/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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