Camp Manager (Summer) - Hereford, Herefordshire

Camp Manager (Summer) - Hereford, Herefordshire

Overview

If you're looking for an incredibly rewarding way to extend your leadership skills in an out-of-school setting, which will pay you to stay active and have fun, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Kings Camps run sports and activity day camps for children during school holidays, with the mission to get children active, having fun, and learning together.

We recognize that market-leading programmes rely on our people to create memorable holiday experiences for children. We are hiring energetic and passionate Camp Managers to deliver our mission in 2025 and beyond.

Why work for Kings Camps?

• Funded residential opportunities
• Employee Awards Programme
• Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training
• £30 reward voucher for referring a friend
• Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your children, siblings, or family (ages 5-17)
• Excellent locations, including some of the best universities and sports facilities in the UK
• Market-leading training and development
• Fully funded disclosure checks for managerial and voluntary roles
• Opportunities for career development and potential ongoing employment with Kings (we promote from within!)
• The chance to make a positive impact on children from diverse backgrounds
• Free Kings Camps uniform

Job Description

Reporting to the Regional Manager and leading a team of coaching staff, you'll be responsible for delivering a high-quality, school-holiday Kings Camps experience. This includes ensuring children aged 5 to 17 are safe, active, having fun, and learning together. Before the season, you'll handle administration, team communication, planning, and venue readiness. During the season, you'll be onsite from 8am to 5:30pm, acting as the first point of contact for staff, children, parents, venue, and our central office. As the designated safeguarding lead, you'll manage concerns, complete paperwork, conduct risk assessments, respond to feedback, record incidents, and ensure OFSTED compliance.

Your responsibilities also include child welfare supervision, overseeing activities like swimming, equipment safety, behavior management, and health and safety standards.

Person Specification (with some flexibility)

• Availability for the full season (Monday to Friday, 8am-5.30pm), with a minimum of 3 consecutive weeks during summer
• At least 12 months' experience working with children and young people
• 6+ months' experience in a management or leadership role
• Childcare, sports, or teaching-related degree or qualification
• Knowledge of Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety
• Excellent communication and motivational skills
• Organized, able to follow policies and procedures
• Vibrant, resilient team player
• Flexible and adaptable
• Paediatric First Aid certification (training opportunities available)

Our Safeguarding Promise

Kings Active Foundation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, creating a safe and nurturing environment for all.

About us

Kings Camps is a leading not-for-profit organization offering sports and activity day camps at over 50 UK locations. Since 1991, inspired by US-style summer camps, we aim to provide enriching holiday experiences for children, promoting active, fun, and educational activities.

Our coaches, known as Red Tops, deliver high-quality sports camps with energy, passion, and a commitment to child development, embodying the Kings Factor.