Camp Director

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Camp Manager to join our team at Kings Camps. As a Camp Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, school-holiday experience for children aged 5 to 17, ensuring they are active, having fun, and learning together.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in working with children and young people, with experience in a management or leadership position. They will be able to motivate and lead a team of coaching staff, ensuring the delivery of a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.

The Camp Manager will be responsible for the administration and preparation of the camp, including communication with the team, planning timetables, and ensuring the venue is ready for the season. During the season, they will be onsite from 8am to 5:30pm as the first-point of contact for staff, children, parents, venue, and our central office team.

The Camp Manager will be the designated safeguarding lead at the venue, dealing with concerns in a timely manner, completing paperwork and risk assessments, responding to feedback, recording incidents, and managing OFSTED requirements.

Child safety is our number one priority, and the welfare of children is paramount. The Camp Manager will be responsible for supervision responsibilities, including lunch, morning and afternoon breaks, implementing our behaviour management policy, overseeing the use of equipment, and upholding health and safety standards and procedures.

• Available between 8am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, during the school holidays
• 12 months' experience working with children and young people
• Experience in a management or leadership position
• Childcare, sports, or teaching-related degree (or related qualification)
• Knowledge and experience of Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Health and Safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate
• Safeguarding experience and understanding
• Organised and able to follow policy and procedure
• Vibrant, resilient, team player
• Flexible and adaptable

Kings Camps are a market-leading not-for-profit organisation offering sports and activity day camps at over 50 UK locations. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding.

We are passionate about delivering high-quality, fun, and safe experiences for children, and we are looking for someone who shares our values and is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people.