Activity Instructor - October Holiday Camp - Surbiton, London

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

Job summary

A children's activity organization in Greater London is seeking an Activity Instructor for the October Holiday Camp. You will be responsible for ensuring the welfare and safety of children aged 6-14 while delivering structured activities such as sports and arts. The role requires enthusiasm, good communication skills, and a passion for developing children through play. Successful candidates will receive training and have opportunities for progression within the childcare and coaching industry.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid pre-camp training

Subsidised First Aid qualifications

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and delivering activities.
• Enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about developing children through play and activity.
• Good organization and communication skills; confident leader.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver activities for children aged 6-14.
• Supervise and engage with children outside of activity times.
• Ensure health and safety and safeguarding procedures are followed.

Skills

Experience working with children

Enthusiastic and energetic

Good organisation and communication skills

Ability to adapt to dynamic situations

Education

Relevant qualification in sport, art, teaching, or childcare

Job description

Activity Instructor - October Holiday Camp - Surbiton, London

Activity Instructor role involves ensuring the welfare and safety of children during camp and delivering structured activities. Using supporting resources, you’ll deliver sports, arts and crafts, and games for ages 6‑14, focusing on participation, care, and development. Training and support are provided, with opportunities to develop childcare skills. As part of the team, you contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver activities for children aged 6‑14, focusing on participation, development and enjoyment, working 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 the welfare of the children in your care.
• Show high levels of energy, enthusiasm and professionalism, acting as a suitable role model for the children.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to by yourself and the children in your care, 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.
• Other ad‑hoc duties (e.g., cleaning, equipment maintenance etc.).

Requirements

• Experience 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 leading a group of children and not shy away from 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, 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.