Camp Leader- Summer Scheme

Queen’s University seek to recruit a number of Team Leaders to work for 8-week period from the 24th June. The post holders will assist in the co-ordination and delivery of a programme of supervised indoor and outdoor activities, across a variety of sporting and non-sporting themes. You will assist with the supervision and safeguarding of Activity Leaders, Junior Leaders and casual coaches in delivering safe, progressive and enjoyable activities suitable for children of all ages and abilities.

You will be the first point of contact for enquiries from parents and will ensure all incidents and accidents including health and safety and safeguarding are recorded and reported to the Summer Scheme Co-ordinator on a daily basis. You will assist in the supervision and safeguarding of the children participating in the scheme, overseeing the general safety and behaviour of the children by directing and supervising activities to prevent injury, misuse and damages to facilities or equipment.

You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to provide clear direction and guidance. This is a full-time position from 24 June – 16 August 2024 (inclusive to staff training) and successful candidates will be expected to have availability throughout this period. The post meets the definition of regulated activity and requires an enhanced disclosure check and references.

The Summer Scheme at Queen’s Sport is a popular programme that offers children aged 6 - 14 years old a high-quality activity experience. Children can learn new skills that promote an active lifestyle by providing opportunities to try new sports in a fun and supportive environment. You will also be supervising our Junior Leadership programme which is for 15-17 year olds experiencing coaching for the first time.

Further information about the Directorate can be found at – http://www.queenssport.com/

MAIN ACTIVITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Co-ordinator as required in planning and implementing a programme of supervised indoor and outdoor activities, across a variety of sporting and non-sporting themes.

To assist with the supervision and safeguarding of Activity Leaders, Junior Leaders and casual coaches in delivering safe, progressive and enjoyable activities suitable for children of all ages and abilities.

Be the first point of contact for enquiries from parents and ensure all incidents and accidents including health & safety and safeguarding are recorded and reported to summer scheme co-ordinator on a daily basis.

Assist in the supervision of the children participating in the scheme, overseeing the general safety and behaviour of the children by directing and supervising activities to prevent injury, misuse and damages to facilities or equipment.

To undertake training relevant to the post.

To carry out duties in a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and profile of the Queen’s Sport.

Any other relevant duties as may be required for the period of the summer scheme.

PLANNING AND ORGANISING:

Assist with co-ordination of a 7-week programme of sporting and non-sporting activity.

Plan weekly work programmes for team of 4 Activity Leaders.

Plan and organise sporting and non-sporting activities for group of children on a daily / weekly basis.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES (e.g. People, Finance, Equipment):

Manage work programme of 4 Activity Leaders on a weekly basis.

Facilitate weekly meetings with Activity Leaders.

Responsible for health, safety, safeguarding and well being of approximately 40 children on a daily basis with activity leaders.

Assist with management of inventory.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Liaise with Co-ordinator on a daily basis.

Liaise with parents on a daily basis.

Liaise with administrative and operational staff within Queen’s Sport on a regular basis.

A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) or equivalent, including English Language and a mathematical based subject.

DESIRABLE

A sports leader award or coaching award in any sport.

Be a qualified school teacher with a minimum of one year’s teaching experience within the previous five years.

First Aid qualification.

Previous experience of supervising staff in a children’s scheme or other sporting initiative.

Hold a current valid driving licence and have use of a car during the scheme.

Safeguarding in Sport Qualificiation

Previous experience as an Activity Leader for a minimum period of four months within the last two years OR as a Team Leader for a minimum period of two months within the last year in other sporting or non sporting initiatives for children.

DESIRABLE

Recent experience in working with children (full-time or part-time) for a minimum period of six months (within the last 2 years).

Recent experience of implementing safe sporting and non-sporting activities to young people following Covid guidelines within an education and/or sporting context.

Other Skills/Knowledge

Sporting or cultural interests.

Good organisational and motivational skills.

Demonstrate good communication skills.

Presentation

Neat and tidy appearance.

Personal Qualities

Ability to respond clearly to direction.

Ability to provide clear direction and guidance.

Customer oriented.

Ability to use initiative and work unaccompanied.

Desire to contribute and demonstrate commitment to team.

Ability to work flexible hours.