Job Description
POST: SUMMER CAMP STAFF – Course leaders and Course helpers (Over 18s only)
CAMP DATES: Camp 1: 9th - 23rd July, Camp 2: 23rdJul - 6th Aug, Camp 3: 6th - 20th Aug
RESPONSIBLE TO: Camp Director
HOURS OF WORK: Day shift between: 8.00am – 6.00pm and/or Night shift between: 6.00pm – 8.00am.
RATE OF PAY: Course Leader: Day shift £150 per day. Night Shift £100 per night.
Course Helper: Day shift – Hours paid at minimum wage for age and depending on hours worked plus optional nightly rate.
We are looking for two levels of staff for the camp:
1. Course Leaders; who will work with the Course Director to deliver lessons and activities. Leaders must possess a positive and helpful attitude, and be willing to adapt their approach to the needs of the students.
Responsible for:
· Teaching of English as a foreign language
· And/or organisation and coordination of other fun activities.
· Confident planning of interactive and engaging activities
· Delivery of team-building games, agility and communications sessions.
· Assisting Course Director on excursions
· Oversee course helpers to ensure smooth running of the course
· Help students improve mental and physical well-being.
· Work well with other leaders and ensure effective safeguarding of young people.
· Help maintain a positive atmosphere
· Set a good example to both staff and students
· Follow all Health & Safety guidelines
· Communicate effectively with other members of staff.
2. Course Helpers; who will assist in every aspect of the camp.
Responsible for:
· Maintaining a professional and responsible manner.
· Meeting, greeting and farewells for all students each day.
· Organising and supporting staff with activities.
· Help maintain a positive atmosphere throughout the course
· Assist course leaders in all aspects of the day to day sessions as and when required.
· Supervise meal times
· Supervise evening activities
· Accompany course leaders on excursions
· Work well with course leaders and other helpers to ensure effective safeguarding of young people.
· Follow all Health & Safety guidelines
· Communicating effectively with other members of staff.
Meals, and accommodation for night shifts will be included.
Any training required for either positions will take place prior to start date.
Preferred but not essential skills:
First Aid
Health & Safety
Qualifications or experience relating to Sport other activity
This Job Description may be altered to meet changing needs and will be reviewed with the post holder. The Job Description is indicative of the nature and level of responsibilities associated with the post. It is not intended to be exhaustive; other tasks may be allocated as necessary from time to time.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the police.
The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 2 months
Salary: Up to £150.00 per day
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shrewsbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 09/07/2023