Youth Program Guide

CostaTerra - Sociedade Imobiliária de Grândola, Lda.; Portugal; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Meal allowance

Staff restaurant

Corporate events

Free staff accommodation 6–12 months

Job summary

Costaterra Golf & Ocean Club, part of DLC Discovery Land Company, is seeking a Youth Program Guide in Comporta, Portugal. You will help create a fun, safe, and memorable experience for our young members and assist the Youth Program team with daily activities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years working with children, a valid driver’s license, First Aid certification, and swimming ability. Luxury hospitality experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children.
• First Aid certification or willingness to complete training.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate club vehicles safely.
• Confident swimmer; swimming instruction a plus.
• Strong communication and ability to engage multicultural families.

Responsibilities

• Welcome parents and children, creating a warm, safe environment.
• Support daily Youth Program operations, including activity setup and supervision.
• Help prepare schedules, events, and on-site activities with the team.
• Supervise children during activities, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
• Maintain clean, organized play areas and follow safety procedures.
• Attend required meetings and training and assist with additional duties.

Skills

Child care

Safety awareness

Communication

Driver's license

First Aid

Swimmer

Teamwork

Job description

Who are we? Costaterra Golf & Ocean Club is part of DLC - Discovery Land Company (DLC). DLC is known for creating luxury residential communities and resorts around the world. Costaterra is a private, members-only residential community located in Comporta, Portugal. It combines a luxury lifestyle with high‑end service, offering exceptional dining, a world‑class golf course, spa services, outdoor activities, and unique local experiences. We are looking for a talented Youth Program Guide to join our team! In this role, you'll help create a fun, safe, and memorable experience for our young members as part of the Discovery Land journey. You'll support daily program activities, assist the youth team where needed, and may occasionally take on additional tasks based on business needs. Above all, we're looking for someone who brings passion, positive energy, and behaviors that reflect our company values.

What will you do?

• Welcome parents and children, creating a warm, safe, and engaging environment.
• Support daily Youth Program operations, including activity setup, supervision, cleanup, and closing duties.
• Help prepare weekly schedules, special events, and on‑site activities with the Youth Program team.
• Supervise children during activities, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and enjoyment.
• Maintain clean, organized playrooms and Youth Program spaces.
• Follow all safety procedures, checklists, and child‑protection guidelines.
• Communicate concerns related to safety, behavior, or maintenance to supervisors.
• Assist with transportation using club vehicles (golf carts/vans) when licensed and authorized.
• Support Outdoor Pursuits tasks when needed, including greeting members and ensuring safety around pools, beach areas, and activities.
• Attend required meetings and training, and perform additional duties assigned by management.

Who are we looking for?

• At least 2 years of experience working with children (schools, kids' clubs, childcare, camps, sports, or similar).
• Experience in luxury hospitality or resort environments is a plus.
• Strong understanding of child safety, supervision, and group management.
• Valid driver's license; ability to safely operate club vehicles.
• First Aid certified (or willing to complete training).
• Confident swimmer; swimming instruction experience is an advantage.
• Energetic, creative, approachable, and comfortable engaging in active play.
• Strong judgment, calm under pressure, and reliable in emergencies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact positively with multicultural families.
• Physically able to lift equipment, stand for long periods, and participate in outdoor and water‑based activities.

What do we offer?

• A friendly work environment and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for international career development.
• Competitive salary.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Health insurance.
• Meal allowance.
• Staff restaurant.
• Corporate events for employees.
• Free staff accommodation for 6 to 12 months to support relocation

If you want to be part of an amazing project in Portugal, this is for you! Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world‑renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one‑of‑a‑kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

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