Camp Activity Leader - Camp Beaumont

Camp Beaumont Group Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading training

50% off Camp Holidays for children

20% off for family and friends

Refer-a-friend scheme

Weekends are yours

Job summary

Camp Beaumont is seeking a Group Leader to join our activity team at camps across London and the Home Counties. You will lead a range of activities for children aged 3–14, creating a fun, inclusive environment and ensuring safety and wellbeing throughout the day.

You'll support the Head Group Leader and colleagues, build positive relationships with children and parents, and encourage kids to try new activities while developing confidence and teamwork. DBS checks and eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• 17 years old or over.
• Available to work during school holidays.
• UK/EU citizen with 2 x right to work IDs.
• Experience coaching sports or leading activities.
• Background checks will be completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engaging activities for children aged 3–14.
• Create a fun, energetic and inclusive environment where every child can get involved.
• Supervising children throughout the day and ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Support the Head Group Leader and wider management team with the smooth running of camp.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents/carers and fellow team members.
• Encouraging children to try new activities, develop confidence and make new friends.
• Adapting activities to suit different ages, abilities and interests.
• Following Camp Beaumont’s safeguarding, health and safety and operational procedures.
• Getting involved in all aspects of camp life and being willing to step in wherever needed.

Skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Passion for working with children

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership of activities

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Childcare qualification (A Level 2/3)

Job description

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About the Role

As a Group Leader at Camp Beaumont, you’ll play a key role in creating fun, engaging and unforgettable experiences for children aged 3 -14.

Working as part of our activity team, you’ll help deliver our award-winning multi-activity day camps, ensuring children are safe, supported and having an amazing time throughout their day.

You’ll be responsible for leading and supporting a range of activities, which could include archery, football, tennis, dance, swimming, arts and crafts and much more.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting engaging activities for children aged 3 - 14.
• Creating a fun, energetic and inclusive environment where every child can get involved.
• Supervising children throughout the day and ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Supporting the Head Group Leader and wider management team with the smooth running of camp.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents/carers and fellow team members.
• Encouraging children to try new activities, develop confidence and make new friends.
• Adapting activities to suit different ages, abilities and interests.
• Following Camp Beaumont’s safeguarding, health and safety and operational procedures.
• Getting involved in all aspects of camp life and being willing to step in wherever needed.

A Day in the Life of a Group Leader

No two days at Camp Beaumont are the same!

One minute you could be leading a team game on the sports field; the next you could be helping children create something amazing in arts and crafts or supporting a swimming session.

As a Group Leader, you’ll be at the heart of the camp experience. Keeping children active, engaged and having fun while making sure they feel safe, included and supported throughout the day.

About You

We’re looking for enthusiastic, energetic and positive people who genuinely enjoy working with children and want to make a difference to their school holidays.

You will ideally have:

• Bags of energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to lead activities and engage groups of children.
• Initiative and the ability to work independently.
• A fun, friendly and approachable personality.
• The ability to work as part of a team and support your colleagues.
• A willingness to get involved and give every activity a go.
• An awareness of safeguarding children; full training will also be provided.

Must Haves

• 17 years old or over.
• Available to work during the school holidays.
• A UK/EU citizen with 2 x right to work IDs.
• A genuine interest in working with children and creating positive experiences.
• The energy and enthusiasm to work in a busy, active holiday camp environment.
• Successful candidates must be able to complete the required background checks.
• Previous holiday camp or children's activity experience.
• Experience coaching sports, leading activities or facilitating workshops.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, PGCE or similar.

Don't have all of the above? Don't worry! We provide training and support to help you feel confident and ready to work on camp.

Why Camp Beaumont?

No two days are the same at Camp Beaumont. Join us and be part of a team that creates fun, confidence-building adventures and unforgettable memories for children throughout the school holidays.

• Make a real difference: Help children build confidence, make new friends, try new things and create memories that last a lifetime.
• Grow your experience:Develop your childcare, activity leadership, communication and safeguarding skills.
• Work in fantastic locations:Join our established camps across London and the Home Counties.
• Award-winning training:Receive industry-leading training and development, with training provided and paid for by us.
• Be part of something bigger:Join a growing global company with opportunities across our wider group, including our expanding presence in Asia.
• Family fun for less:Enjoy 50% off Camp Holidays for your children and 20% off for family and friends.
• Bring a friend:Earn through our refer-a-friend scheme when you introduce someone to the Camp Beaumont team.
• Weekends are yours: Our camps run Monday to Friday, giving you your weekends free to relax, recharge and enjoy your time off.

Pay

We offer competitive rates of pay, with Group Leader rates ranging from £10.85 - £12.71 per hour, depending on age and experience.

Hourly rate is age dependent and includes holiday pay.

Join Camp Beaumont and become part of a team that brings energy, adventure and fun to every camp. Whether you’re leading a sports activity, getting creative with arts and crafts or simply making sure every child feels included, you’ll play a key role in creating unforgettable experiences.

You need to possess the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for employment with Camp Beaumont. Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide two professional references.