Activities Assistant

Brookes Westshore School Society; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school is seeking an Activities Assistant to coordinate and facilitate school activities and weekend events. The role involves planning engaging programs, supervising trips, and managing logistics for students. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills, a valid BC Class 4 driver's license, and a background in recreation or related fields. This position offers part-time flexibility with the option to transition to full-time hours.

Benefits

Health and Dental benefits after probation

Lunch meal as a taxable benefit

Qualifications

• Current BC Class 4 unrestricted license or able to obtain within the first 3 months.
• Must pass a clear criminal record check.
• Standard First Aid with CPR C certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging activities for students.
• Support coordination of after-school activities and trips.
• Transport students to activities using school vehicles.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Canva)

Punctuality and reliability

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education

Diploma or Degree in Recreation or related discipline

Job description

Overview

We are currently hiring an Activities Assistant to create, coordinate and facilitate school activities, recreational activities, trips and events that support our local and dormitory students after school and on weekends.

Schedule Overview
Start Date: ASAP

Schedule:

3 weekdays of administration duties (part time) with the option of becoming full-time with the addition of weekend driving duties (able to obtain class 4 unrestricted license within first 3 months of employment).

Flexibility is based on activity schedules and/or needs of the school, such as supervision/chaperone for activities or day/overnight trips.

Compensation and Benefits:

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour plus 4% in lieu (Dependent on experience and obtaining Class 4 unrestricted drivers license).

Eligibility for enrolment in Health and Dental benefits after 3-month probationary period, along with participation in meal taxable benefit.

Lunch meal as a taxable benefit.

Position Summary

Plan and facilitate engaging activities for our local and international students from grades 4-12 to promote wellness and personal growth and build community.

Support the coordination and programming of the after-school activities program and weekend/school trips (e.g., programming, scheduling, bookings, student charges).

• After school activities Gr 4-12
• Annual field trips to Outdoor Education camps Gr 4-7
• Overnight trips: camping, surfing, touring, etc. Gr 8-12
• Ski day trips to Mt Washington Gr 4-12

Supervise/chaperone occasional day trips/overnight trips, activities, lunch hour activities or wherever needed.

Transport students to planned activities using the school vans and buses.

Opportunity to run and lead after-school activities (athletic, creative or service).

Manage student registration, sign up, transportation and logistics of activities (e.g., purchasing supplies).

Manage equipment care and inventory.

Communicate with staff, students and parents by providing information on activities.

Communicate with third party vendors and businesses.

Requirements for this position:

Current BC Class 4 unrestricted license or able to obtain within the first 3 months of employment. This position requires driving all school vehicles including small 20-24 passenger buses.

Must pass and maintain a clear Ministry of Public Service criminal record check for the purposes of working with vulnerable children.

Diploma or Degree in Recreation, Outdoor Recreation or related discipline is an asset.

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Canva and school program systems).

Previous experience working in summer camps, recreational programming or with international students is an asset.

Standard First Aid with CPR C.

Strong communication and written skills.

Punctual, reliable and versatile.

Able to work cooperatively and with minimal supervision.

About Brookes

Brookes Westshore is a small independent Grade 4-12 school offering a personalized and student-centered approach to learning. Be part of the friendly Brookes Westshore community and the natural beauty of the surrounding area. The atmosphere on campus is one of care and respect. We are dedicated to personal learning, global vision and community service.

If you would like to be part of our team please forward your cover letter and resume to [email]. We appreciate all those interested but only those applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1