Activity Instructor: Ultimate Holiday Camps – Reading Job at Shinfield Full Time

The Details:

• Title: Activity Instructor
• Contract: Seasonal holiday work available, opportunities in Easter, Summer and Half Term holidays.
• Hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm weekdays. Full time or part time roles available and additional hours available for staff that hold a paediatric first aid qualification (usually 8am – 6pm).

Benefits:

• 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

Summary of Position:

The role of an Activity Instructor is to ensure the welfare and safety of the children on camp and to deliver outstanding, structured activities. Using supporting resources, you will be expected to deliver a range of structured activities including sports, arts and crafts, and games catered to the ages of 6-14 years with an emphasis on participation, care and development. In return, we provide training and support for all individuals and the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of working in a childcare setting.

As well as leading sessions, staff contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps. Our Activity Instructors have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, with the focus being on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care.

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About You

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of working with children and delivering activities.
• Able to tailor delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about 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.
• A flexible team player, able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
• Someone looking for a challenging but hugely rewarding and enjoyable job in the holidays, looking to further their career in the childcare and coaching industry.

Desirable Requirements:

• Qualified in or working towards a relevant sport, art, performing arts, teaching or childcare qualification.
• Experience taking sole charge of a group of children.
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 or 6 hour) or First Aid at Work qualification. (Courses forPaediatric First Aid can be provided)

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.

“Ultimate Activity Camps Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity and satisfactory references.”