Outdoor Activity Leader - Brackley, Northamptonshire
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Position: Ultimate Survival Camp Leader
Reporting to: Ultimate Survival Programme Manager
Contract: Seasonal work available during Summer holidays
Hours: 8am – 6pm weekdays
Additional Hours: Up to 3 hours on Thursday nights (6-9PM) for Campfire Cookout, paid as overtime if required.
Location: Beachborough School - Wesbury
Making school holidays extraordinary
Role Overview
Survival Leaders deliver outdoor adventure programmes, managing activities, teams, and ensuring safety and enjoyment for children aged 7-14. They act as key contacts for parents, staff, and stakeholders, upholding company values and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and lead engaging outdoor activities.
* Manage and motivate a team of Instructors.
* Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed.
* Communicate with Head Office, parents, and school representatives.
* Handle administrative duties on camp.
* Coordinate with other programme staff to ensure smooth operations.
* Promote children's welfare and high-quality childcare.
* Act as a professional role model with enthusiasm and energy.
Essential Requirements
* Experience in childcare or education settings.
* Leadership and management experience, preferably outdoors or in childcare sectors.
* Excellent communication skills, confident in engaging with parents and staff.
* Knowledge of bushcraft activities.
* Ability to make quick, informed decisions.
* Availability for training prior to start.
* Enthusiasm for a rewarding summer role in outdoor education or childcare.
Desirable Skills
* Experience in outdoor education with bushcraft focus.
* Paediatric First Aid qualification.
* Skills in archery, slacklining, canoeing, or environmental studies.
Benefits
* Paid pre-camp training.
* Subsidised CPD courses, including First Aid and Food Safety.
Additional Details
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Administrative
Industries: Healthcare, Non-profit, Government
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