Activity Camp Early Years Coach

Early Years Group Coach & NVQ Level 3 Keyworker
About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and motivated Early Years Group Coach and NVQ Level 3 Keyworker to join our team.

This is a varied and rewarding role, combining early years childcare responsibilities with sports coaching and activity delivery. You will take responsibility for a group of up to 16 age-specific children, creating a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment where every child feels supported, encouraged and able to thrive.

You will also have the opportunity to plan and deliver a wide range of engaging activities, coaching up to 40 different sports across a variety of disciplines.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young children, enjoys being active and can bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to every day at camp.

Key Responsibilities

Early Years Care & Keyworker Responsibilities

Take responsibility as the Key Worker for a group of Nursery-aged children, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and happiness throughout the day.
Welcome children warmly, build positive relationships and help them settle into camp, providing reassurance and support where needed.
Create an inclusive environment where all children feel valued, encouraged and involved.
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and relevant Government guidance, working alongside the Camp Manager to ensure best practice.
Take responsibility for children's health and safety, following all relevant policies and procedures and reporting any concerns to the Site Manager.

Activities & Sports Coaching

Plan, prepare and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate coaching sessions across a variety of sports and activities.
Organise and facilitate arts, crafts and activities during morning registration.
Familiarise yourself with the daily timetable and ensure all children have the opportunity to participate and enjoy the activities on offer.
Adapt activities to suit the needs, abilities and interests of the children in your group.
Bring creativity, enthusiasm and energy to each session, encouraging children to try new things and develop their skills.

Supervision & Safeguarding

Provide appropriate supervision during registration, lunchtime, breaks and all other camp activities.
Organise engaging lunchtime activities, ensuring children remain safe, happy and occupied.
Act as a Responsible Adult during swimming sessions, actively supervising and encouraging children in the pool.
Remain vigilant throughout swimming activities, identifying any children who may be experiencing difficulty and alerting the lifeguards immediately.

Facilities & Equipment

Ensure the safe and effective use of all venue facilities and sports equipment.
Carry out daily equipment checks, reporting damaged or missing items as appropriate.
Respect the facilities, ensuring all areas and equipment are left clean, tidy and ready for use.
About You – Person Specification

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with children and has the confidence, enthusiasm and initiative to make a positive contribution to our camp team.

Essential requirements:

NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant childcare/early years discipline.
Paediatric First Aid (PFA) qualification.
Must be aged 18 or over.
Previous experience working with children, ideally within an EYFS or Nursery setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
An enthusiastic, organised and proactive approach to work.
A genuine passion for supporting children's development, enjoyment and wellbeing.
A flexible team player who is happy to support across different activities and responsibilities.

Desirable:

A sports coaching, teaching, creative or childcare qualification, or currently working towards one.
Experience or a keen interest in sport, coaching, arts and crafts.
Level 2 Baking qualification (desirable but not essential).

Working Hours & Salary
Normal camp hours: 8.00am–4.30pm.
Extended camp hours: 8.00am–5.30pm.
Hours are allocated on a rota basis, with a combination of normal and extended days.
Hourly rate: £13.24 per hour, plus £1.60 per hour in accrued holiday pay.

How To Apply

Please click on the application link to apply for this role. The application should be submitted with a covering letter, either in the supporting statement section, or uploaded separately at the time of applying.

Cheltenham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its recruitment and selection of job applicants and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from suitably qualified individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We encourage all candidates to ensure that College is aware of your particular requirements should you be invited to interview.