Early Years Instructor - October Holiday Camp - Prior's Field School - Godalming, Surrey

Ultimate Activity; Godalming; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid pre-camp training

Refer a Friend scheme

CPD opportunities

Competitive pay and progression

Job summary

The Ultimate Activity Company seeks an Early Years Instructor to safeguard and engage 4- and 5-year-olds on camp, delivering structured sports, art and play in line with EYFS. You will support welfare under the EY Leader and act as a caring, energetic presence for children and their families during the holiday camp sessions.

You will lead activities, adapt delivery to ability, and help create a fun, safe environment. A pre-camp training programme and safeguarding checks accompany the role.

Qualifications

• EYFS knowledge and ability to deliver activities for 4-5 year olds.
• Level 2 childcare or working towards a related degree.
• Paediatric First Aid or First Aid at Work qualification desirable.
• Paid pre-camp training programme and safeguarding checks are part of the process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver activities for 4-5 year olds, focusing on participation, development and enjoyment.
• Promote welfare and ensure all camp policies are followed.
• Attend Camp Induction Day to integrate into the team.
• Lead a group; liaise with EY Leader and parents as needed.
• Supervise children outside activity times.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and diverse backgrounds.
• Represent the Ultimate Activity Company in a positive, professional manner.
• Perform ad-hoc duties (cleaning, equipment maintenance, etc.).

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Childcare experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Flexible

Play facilitation

Confident instructor

Education

Level 2 in childcare or Early Years (desirable)

Paediatric First Aid (desirable)

Tools

First Aid knowledge

Job description

The role of the Early Years Instructor is to ensure the welfare and safety of the children on camp, and to deliver outstanding, structured sports, art and play activities to the Early Years children - our Ultimate Activity Juniors. The activities offered at Ultimate Activity Camps follow the EYFS requirements for learning and development, with the emphasis being on participation and quality. With support and direction from the Early Years Leader, you will have a pastoral role, being a key contact for the 4 and 5 year olds on camp, taking a lead in maintaining their welfare and providing high quality care.

• Prepare and deliver activities for the Ultimate Activity Juniors, normally aged 4-5, focusing on participation, development, and enjoyment.
• Continuously promote welfare and ensure all policies and procedures on camp are adhered to by yourself and the children in your care.
• Help to set up the Ultimate Activity Juniors provision by attending a Camp Induction Day.
• Take a pastoral role as a group leader, welcoming new children into your group and liaising with the EY Leader and/or parents as necessary.
• Supervise and engage with the children outside of activity times.
• Recognise that you may work with children from differing backgrounds and stages of development, therefore you must adapt the activities to meet the individual needs of the children in your group.
• 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).
• Enthusiastic, energetic individual, passionate about working with, and developing children through play and activity.
• Previous experience working with children aged 4-5 in a sport, art or education setting.
• Confident instructor, able to adjust delivery and structure according to age and ability.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Flexible, team player, able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
• Someone looking for a challenging but hugely rewarding and fun job in the holidays, looking to further their career in the childcare industry.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working with Early Years aged children, delivering the EYFS
• Qualified to Level 2 in childcare or Early Years or working towards a degree level qualification in a related subject.
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 hour or 6 hour) or First Aid at Work qualification.
• 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.