Children's Holiday Camp Playworkers

Funtastic Kids Ltd

Wokingham

On-site

GBP 13,000 - 19,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Funtastic Kids Ltd is recruiting Playworkers for February Half Term Holiday Camps across Berkshire, including Bracknell, Wokingham, Reading, Earley, Woodley, Burghfield and Newbury. You will supervise groups of children and lead sports activities according to the timetable.

This fixed-term role requires a minimum of 18 hours during the February break, with shifts available as blocks or half-day sessions. Training will be provided and opportunity for further holiday work in future terms.

Qualifications

Minimum NVQ Level 1 in Sports Coaching.
GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or higher.
Some experience of working with children in a school or play setting.

Responsibilities

To supervise groups of children and run sports activities as directed by the timetable
To plan and deliver good quality coaching activities for different sports run each day
To work within a team of playworkers to facilitate the activities to promote enjoyment and play of all children attending the camp, taking into account their different needs
To ensure safeguarding policies are followed
To ensure risk assessments and health and safety policies are adhered to
To support and demonstrate fair and acceptable behaviour in the camp, promoting respect, tolerance and social skills
To communicate appropriately with parents and visitors
To ensure activities are run in accordance with the company’s expectations and opportunities are created to enhance language and communication
To support the supervisor in supervising the children throughout the day including during breaks and lunch
To ensure the camp setting is kept clean and hygienic throughout the duration of the camp under the direction of the camp supervisor
To keep training up to date in line with company expectations and complete any compulsory training as required

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Confidentiality

Training & development

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 1 in Sports Coaching

GCSE English or Maths grade C/4 or higher

Job description

Funtastic Kids Ltd is dedicated to providing exceptional Holiday Camps and Wrap Around Childcare services for children aged 4-13 across primary schools in Berkshire. Our mission is to create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and grow.

Summary

Looking to earn over the school holidays? We are currently recruiting Playworkers for our February Half Term Holiday Camps!

Locations across Berkshire: Bracknell, Wokingham, Reading, Earley, Woodley, Burghfield and Newbury.

Rate of Pay: From £9.50* to £13.50 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience.

*For applicants aged 17

Employment Details: You must be able to work a minimum of 18 hours during February Half Term (can be worked as a block or individually to suit you, half day shifts considered).

The opportunity to work other future holidays will also be offered. You will be employed on a Fixed Term basis for the duration of each school holiday period you choose to work.

Job Purpose:

To supervise groups of children and run sports activities as directed by the timetable
To plan and deliver good quality coaching activities for different sports run each day
To work within a team of playworkers to facilitate the activities to promote enjoyment and play of all children attending the camp, taking into account their different needs
To ensure safeguarding policies are followed
To ensure risk assessments and health and safety policies are adhered to
To support and demonstrate fair and acceptable behaviour in the camp, promoting respect, tolerance and social skills
To communicate appropriately with parents and visitors
To ensure activities are run in accordance with the company’s expectations and opportunities are created to enhance language and communication
To support the supervisor in supervising the children throughout the day including during breaks and lunch
To ensure the camp setting is kept clean and hygienic throughout the duration of the camp under the direction of the camp supervisor
To keep training up to date in line with company expectations and complete any compulsory training as required

Safeguarding Statement

We take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously, and we work hard to make sure our organisation has effective safeguarding systems in place. We expect everyone working in the organisation to share a common objective to help keep children and young people safe by contributing to:

Providing a safe environment for children and young people to learn, develop and play in
Identifying children and young people who are likely to suffer significant harm and taking appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are kept safe both at home and in the camp setting

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Please ensure that you read the person specification carefully as this will be used to assess candidates as part of the shortlist and interview process.

Knowledge/Qualifications

Minimum NVQ Level 1 in Sports Coaching
Good standard of general education e.g. GCSE English, Mathematics minimum Grade C or 4

Skills/Abilities

Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children
Good observation skills
Understanding of their role to assist and supervise pupils on particular tasks and the expected outcome of individual activities within the allocated timescale
Confidentiality at all times
Willingness to develop their own understanding of child development through training
Work well within a team to promote positive outcomes for children

Experience