Job Description
Are you looking for a fun and exciting hybrid teaching and management role without the stress?
At Next Thing Education, during term we provide schools with fun and exciting Tech, Art, Lego, Videography and Photography clubs using the latest and greatest technology, best resources and an engaging curriculum during term time, and Tech camps in the holidays
We aim to take people with a passion for technology and put that passion to great use – teaching children something new and exciting. From virtual reality, drones, to pretty much anything with a computer inside, we use cutting edge technology that not only encourages learning but inspires children to become STEM leaders. Involving students and creating an unforgettable learning experience is at the heart of what we do.
We are currently looking to recruit for a hybrid role for a Camp Co-ordinator / Club Leader to join our fun and exciting company in the St Albans and surrounding areas, our head office is in Berkhamsted.
During term time your day will be split into 2 parts. In the mornings you will have the opportunity to work from home organising Clubs and Camps to achieve the best possible attendance and customer feedback. Then in the afternoons, As a Club Leader you will be required to travel to local Primary schools and take the lead delivering after-school clubs in a fun and engaging format. There will be a variety of interesting content to learn and create to keep the children engaged and excited. During the school holidays you will be leading and managing Camps within your area ensuring the best possible success.
This role will also be part of a national team of Camp Managers/Club Leaders who will be the direct line of contact between their region and head office. Including involvement in managing regional teams, operational duties and budgeting and area growth, all without losing the hands-on enjoyment and thrill of inspiring young minds daily!
We are not looking for a technology genius as all full training will be paid and provided! We are looking for someone who has a passion for working with children. This is also a fantastic opportunity to learn more about Digital Technology and STEM within education and Teaching.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
- Working within a budget and maximising profit margins
- Travelling to schools with your county
- Travelling to our head office at least bi-weekly for meetings, training & equipment updates and change overs
- Preparing in advance to make sure you are confident with the technology used for each lesson
- Building and maintaining a positive attitude amongst your team
- Leading Club’s and Camps delivering sessions
- Organising equipment and logistics thereof
- Helping with the management of Computers, iPads, Gadgets and Gizmos
- Building good rapport with school officials, local councils and neighbouring schools
- Helping and supporting students
- Creating Lesson Plans & Videos
- Participating in Sales & Marketing tasks to maintain the highest number of students for clubs and camps
- Liaising with Schools and parents to ensure they are receiving the best service possible
- Completing venue paperwork and ensuring all parties have all items required
- Handling Parent Enquiries
- Last but not least, ensuring all the children have had a fun fuelled learning experience.
The Person
The perfect candidate would possess these qualities:
- A willingness to learn
- An interest in Teaching
- Enjoys helping others
- Strong work ethics
- Fast proactive approach
- Finds answers and deal with problems as they present themselves
- Works well under pressure
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Organised
- Good leader
- Confident
- Enjoys Travelling/Commuting
Requirements:
Next Thing Education is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.
- As you will be required to work with children, you must have no criminal convictions as an Enhanced DBS check and certificate is required in order to upkeep the legal safeguarding requirements for schools
- A clean driving licence and reliable car
Additional Benefits
Coming on board with our team, will also give you the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised training and qualifications, such as:
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3)
- Level 3 Paediatric first aid training
- Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering
- Autism & ADHD Awareness
- Managing Behaviour
- Enhanced DBS
This isn’t your normal teaching role – this role is for creative, passionate and inspired people who want to get as much out of their jobs as they put in.
Want to see what we’re all about?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHs6OxiP3H8&feature=youtu.b
Salary Range:
£22,000 Basic in the first year
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Berkhamsted: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Berkhamsted