Early Years Leader: Ultimate Holiday Camps - Oxfordshire

Ultimate Activity; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking an Early Years Leader to oversee and nurture the welfare of 4- and 5-year-olds at their holiday camps. This role involves coordinating with the team, ensuring compliance with Ofsted, and engaging with parents. Candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare or Primary Education with substantial experience. A commitment to high-quality childcare in an enthusiastic environment is essential, alongside good communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Paid pre-camp training

Subsidised First Aid qualifications

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with young children.
• Ability to lead group activities tailored to age and ability.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure welfare and high-quality care of children.
• Coordinate and support the Early Years team.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Skills

Experience with 4- and 5-year-olds

Good organization skills

Customer service skills

Team player

Enthusiasm for childcare

Education

Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare or Primary Education

Job description

Job Overview

With support and direction from the Camp Manager you will be the key contact for the 4- and 5-year-olds on camp, taking a lead in maintaining their welfare and providing high quality care. Working with the Camp Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring all Ofsted requirements are met and be the primary point of contact for parents of our Juniors. Our Early Years settings work within a ratio of 1:8, which means you could be working by yourself or within a team. It is the duty of the Early Years Leader to coordinate, direct and support the rest of the Early Years team to ensure high quality childcare is delivered at all times.

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum of Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare or Primary Education, with significant experience working with 4- and 5-year-olds.
• Experience of working with children and delivering activities and able to tailor the delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about working developing children through play and activity.
• Good organisation and communication skills. Candidates must be confident in their ability to lead a group of children and not shy away from responsibility.
• Good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to apply it to a camp setting.
• Excellent communicator, with great face-to-face customer service skills. Candidates must be confident in their ability to interact with parents.
• A pro‑active and conscientious team player, able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
• Someone looking for a sometimes challenging but hugely rewarding and enjoyable job in the holidays, looking to broaden their career in the childcare industry.

Desirable Requirements

• Management/supervisory experience
• Experience taking sole charge of a group of children.
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 or 6 hour) or First Aid at Work qualification

Safeguarding

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 relevant check 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.

About Us

What Makes us Ultimate? Ultimate Activity Camps is a leading provider of holiday childcare in the UK. Our trusted holiday camps operate at venues across the country offering outstanding childcare & activity provision to children whilst providing peace of mind to parents.

Benefits

• Paid pre‑camp training programme to prepare you to be an Ultimate staff member.
• Subsidised First Aid qualifications and CPD opportunities.
• Competitive pay
• Each day is filled with rewarding work in an enthusiastic environment.
• Refer a Friend Scheme

Contract & Hours

• Contract: Seasonal holiday work available. Future opportunities in other half term holidays.
• Hours: 8.00am – 6.00pm weekdays. Full season or part season roles available.