Activity Instructor

Ultimate Activity; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is looking for an enthusiastic Activity Instructor for their Easter Holiday Camp at Broomfield House School. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the welfare and safety of children aged 6-14 while delivering a variety of structured activities. Candidates should possess prior experience working with children, strong communication skills, and a passion for enriching children's experiences. This role offers unique opportunities for skill development and a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for progression

Paid training programs

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and delivering activities.
• Able to tailor delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Good organisation and communication skills; confident in leading a group.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver activities for children aged 6‑14, focusing on participation, development and enjoyment.
• Supervise and engage with the children outside of activity times.
• Ensure all policies and procedures on camp are adhered to.

Skills

Experience working with children

Good organisation skills

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Energy and enthusiasm

Education

Relevant sport, art, performing arts, teaching or childcare qualification

Job description

Activity Instructor – Easter Holiday Camp – Broomfield House School – Richmond upon Thames, London

The role of an Activity Instructor is to ensure the welfare and safety of children while delivering structured activities—including sports, arts and crafts, and games—for ages 6‑14. Using supporting resources, you will provide participation, care and development. In return, we provide training, support and an opportunity to develop your skills in a childcare setting. You will also help maintain high standards of physical, emotional and social care as a pastoral leader of a group of children.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• 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 by yourself and the children in your care, including health, 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 company’s expectations throughout your employment.
• Other ad‑hoc duties such as cleaning and equipment maintenance.
• Experience of working with children and delivering activities.
• Able to tailor delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about developing children through play and activity.
• Good organisation and communication skills; confident in leading a group of children and taking responsibility.
• A flexible team player, able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
• Someone looking for a challenging but hugely rewarding and enjoyable job in the holidays, and looking to further their career in the childcare and coaching industry.

Desirable Requirements

• 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.
• Refer a Friend scheme.

The Ultimate Activity Company is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to relevant checks in line with Safer Recruitment guidelines, including, but not limited to, DBS Disclosure checks, identity checks, internet search, employment history and reference checks, and international criminal record checks where required.