Watergate Bay Hotel – a place to take your
childcare career to new heights. With a team that values connection,
flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact
on our guest’s holiday. Our three core values - We Care, We Notice, We Change –
show what it means to work for a hotel which goes above and beyond for our team
and guests. At Watergate Bay, we don't just provide a place for our guests to
rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a
lifetime.
Does helping children play light up your day? Are
you full of fresh ideas to make our Kids’ Zone sessions shine? Are you
outgoing, upbeat and able to make friends of every age wherever you go? Do you
enjoy ocean views, breaks on the sand, and surfing after work? If so, we want
you! Join us and be part of a team that values connection, creativity, and
making a positive impact on children’s lives.
The role:
Summer holiday cover: July and August
Flexible days
3.5 hr shifts
At our hotel, we’re looking for a team who are passionate about making every beach
session magic, value positive lifestyle choices and excel in imagination and
energy. As a member of our team, you'll work alongside others who prioritize nature-based
learning and outdoor exploration.
We seek dynamic individuals who understand that the
beach is our playground - we know how to make the most of being so close to it,
whatever the weather. You’ll thrive on teamwork, eager to get stuck in with fire
pit cooking, whittling and rock pooling. The role is all about encouraging
children to connect with nature and inspiring conservation from a young age. If
you’re a likemind, with a qualification in Forest/Beach School, and a passion for
all things beach, it’s you we’re looking for.
In return for your energy and commitment, you’ll
find yourself in a team with a shared outlook on life where friendship,
connection, flexibility, variety and challenge make every working day
worthwhile. Our commitment to our team is reflected in our exceptional working
environment - one that promotes work-life balance, professional development,
and plenty of opportunities for growth.
What your days could look like:
* Providing quality beach sessions for children 5 – 13 years, through
planning and organising fun, active, exciting and age-appropriate
activities.
* Foster children’s imaginations and creative flair through
storytelling, rockpool adventures and crafting.
* Ensuring children are kept safe whilst developing key life skills
in a risk-controlled environment.
* Develop good working relationships with team, parents/carers.
* Complete daily administration tasks as needed.
* Take on a mixture of weekday and weekend shifts over July and
August.
Job skills & requirements:
* Level 3 qualification in a Forest School/Beach School programme
* Proven experience delivering childcare and play opportunities in a
childcare setting
* Current Paediatric first aid certificate and knowledge of outdoor
first aid.
* An Enhanced DBS disclosure is required
* Good communicator
* Calm under pressure
* Energetic team player with positive attitude and outlook
* Experience of safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour management
and inclusion procedures
What
we can offer in return:
* A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – at
one of the UK’s most striking beaches
* A welcoming team of likeminds, eager to support and encourage each
other
* Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Special rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the
hotel
* Team discounts on treatments in Swim Club
* Discounts for you and your friends and family at our restaurants:
Zacry’s, The Beach Hut and Living Space restaurants
* Team discount at our Cubs coffeeshops
* Team discounts at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses
* Free surf lessons, surfboards and wetsuits hire from the Extreme
Academy
* Team social events throughout the year
* Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support &
advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From
discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about
helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located on the
sunny, sandy, Cornish coast, you'll never be short on inspiration. Working at
Watergate Bay Hotel isn't just a job - it's a transformative career
opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our
guests and team remember for a lifetime.