Company Overview
Funtastic Kids LTD is dedicated to providing engaging Holiday Camps and Wrap Around Childcare for children aged 4-13, with some locations accommodating children as young as 3. We operate in primary schools across Berkshire, creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn and play.
Summary
Locations: Alder Grove, Hawthorns, Keep Hatch Primary School and Emmbrook Infant School.
Rate of Pay: From £9.50 to £13.25 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience.
Employment Details: You must commit to a minimum of 18 hours during October Half Term (can be worked as a block or individually to suit you, half day shifts considered). The opportunity to work other future holidays will also be offered. You will be employed on a Fixed Term basis for the duration of each school holiday period you choose to work.
To apply, please visit: to download an application pack and email your completed application form to
Job Purpose
* To supervise groups of children and run activities as directed by the camp supervisor e.g. arts/crafts activities or sporting activities depending on experience
* To work within a team of coaches and playworkers to facilitate the activities to promote enjoyment and play of all children attending the camp, taking into account their different needs
* To ensure safeguarding policies are followed
* To ensure risk assessments and health and safety policies are adhered to
* To support and demonstrate fair and acceptable behaviour in the camp, promoting respect, tolerance and social skills
* To communicate appropriately with parents and visitors
* To ensure activities are run in accordance with the company's expectations and opportunities are created to enhance language, communication and basic literacy and numeracy skills
* To ensure the camp setting is kept clean and hygienic throughout the duration of the camp under the direction of the camp supervisor
Safeguarding Statement
We take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously, and we work hard to make sure our organisation has effective safeguarding systems in place. We expect everyone working in the organisation to share a common objective to help keep children and young people safe by contributing to:
* providing a safe environment for children and young people to learn, develop and play in
* identifying children and young people who are likely to suffer significant harm and taking appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are kept safe both at home and in the camp setting.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Please ensure that you read the person specification carefully as this will be used to assess candidates as part of the shortlist and interview process.
Knowledge/Qualifications
* NVQ Level 2 in Early Years, Playwork or Learning Support Assistant experience/ Sports Coaching is desirable.
* Good standard of general education e.g. GCSE English, Mathematics minimum Grade C
Skills/Abilities
* Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children
* Good observation skills
* Understanding of open-ended questioning
* Understanding of their role to assist and supervise pupils on particular tasks and the expected outcome of individual activities within the allocated timescale
* Confidentiality at all times
* Willingness to develop their own understanding of child development/playwork/coaching through training
* Work well within a team to promote positive outcomes for children
Experience
Some experience of working with children in a school or play setting is essential.
Personal Qualities
* Calm under pressure, patient, adaptable and energetic
* A caring and positive attitude
* A good listener and sensitive to children's needs
* A sense of responsibility
* Positive behaviour management
* A good sense of humour
* Flexibility
Special Factors
* Flexibility of working hours
* Be prepared to complete safeguarding training
* Be available to attend or complete annual training (before summer holiday camps commence)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £9.50-£13.25 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
Work Location: In person