Job Description

Job Title:

Activity Leader (Holiday Camp)

Location:

Barking & Dagenham RM9

Job Type:

Temporary (4 Weeks commencing 28th July)

Hours:

18-20 hours per week (Monday - Thursday)

Salary:

Competitive (based on experience)

About Us:

Active Future delivers high-energy, engaging holiday camps designed to inspire children through sport and movement-based activities. Our approach prioritises fun, inclusion, and child-led play, ensuring every child has a memorable experience.

The Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable

Activity Leaders

to join our

Summer Holiday Camps

across East London. You'll be supporting the delivery of a wide range of fun, high-energy activities for children aged 5-13, including games, creative play, sports, and themed workshops. Your role will be to create a safe, inclusive, and positive environment where all children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead or assist with the delivery of structured activity sessions, adapted for different ages and abilities Help create a welcoming, inclusive space that encourages participation and fun Supervise children during activities, transitions, and mealtimes, always prioritising safety and wellbeing Support with daily setup, pack-down, and general camp organisation Adapt to changing group dynamics and individual needs as required Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain high standards of care and engagement

What We're Looking For

Experience working with children aged 5-13 in any setting (schools, clubs, play schemes, etc.) Confident communicator with a positive, proactive attitude Energetic, flexible, and able to lead or support a variety of activities A passion for helping children grow in confidence, creativity, and independence Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) Relevant qualifications (e.g. childcare, coaching, playwork) are beneficial but not essential

Why Join Us?

Work in a rewarding, high-energy setting where no two days are the same Be part of a friendly, supportive team with shared values Gain valuable experience and training in childcare and youth work Make a meaningful difference to the lives of local children and families
If you're passionate about working with children and want to be part of an engaging summer programme, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 4 weeks

Pay: 13.00-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Barking and Dagenham RM9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/06/2025
Expected start date: 28/07/2025