Job Description

Area Manager - Sports-Based Activity Camps (School Holidays)

This position is not full time. It is suited to someone who is already in a teaching/sports coaching role and would like extra income/additional responsibilities

Location:

Across Cornwall & Devon - examples include

Newquay, Tavistock, Plymouth, Bideford, and Exeter

Contract:

Fixed-term (12 months) - with potential to extend

Hours:

Set days during school holidays (Christmas/Easter and Summer) + additional prep hours before each camp period (normally 2 weeks of flexible working)

Company:

Pro-Coaching Education Ltd

About Us

At

Pro-Coaching Education Ltd

, we're passionate about inspiring children through sport and activity.
We deliver fun, inclusive, and high-quality activity camps across the South West -- giving every child the chance to be active, confident, and happy during the school holidays.

We're now looking for an

enthusiastic and proactive Area Manager

to help us make every camp run smoothly across

Cornwall and Devon

.

The Role

As an Area Manager, you'll be on the move -- visiting and supporting our holiday camps across the region (for example, in

Newquay, Tavistock, Plymouth, Bideford, and Exeter

). You'll make sure each camp is safe, well-organised, and full of energy.

The majority of your work will not be office based-- this is a

hands-on, active role

ideal for someone who enjoys leading people, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced environment.

Any time spent during the planning and preparation period can be done from home. This is normally for around 2 weeks prior to the camps starting, taking up around 15hrs per week (approx).

Whilst the camps are up and running, your hours are around 7.5hrs per day.

You'll be responsible for:

Overseeing daily operations at multiple camp locations. Supporting and guiding Camp Leads, Coaches, and Assistants. Ensuring camps meet safeguarding, health & safety, and operational standards. Helping prepare for camp openings during term time. Troubleshooting and ensuring everything runs smoothly and professionally. Creating a positive, motivated team environment.

Managing Staff Rota's and being on call for monitoring any sickness/absence (hands on cover maybe required).

What We're Looking For

We're after someone who's:

Experienced

working with children in a

sports coaching or teaching capacity

.

Organised and calm

under pressure -- able to think on your feet and manage challenges.

Proactive

and happy to travel across Cornwall and Devon as part of the job.

A strong communicator and team player

, with a can-do attitude.

You'll also need:

A

full UK driving licence

and access to your own car. A

valid Enhanced DBS

. A solid understanding of

safeguarding

procedures.

It's a bonus if you have:

Previous

management or supervisory experience

. An understanding of

SEN

. Knowledge of the

HAF (Holiday, Activities and Food)

programme. Sports coaching qualifications (e.g., Level 2+).

The Details

Contract:

Initial 12-month term, with potential to extend.

Hours:

Set days in school holidays + some term-time prep work.

Location:

Across Cornwall & Devon (e.g.,

Newquay, Tavistock, Plymouth, Bideford, Exeter

- travel required).

Pay:

Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a dynamic, friendly team that genuinely cares about children's wellbeing, confidence, and enjoyment through sport.
If you're looking for

flexible work, extra income, and a rewarding leadership opportunity

-- this could be the perfect role for you.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 18.00-20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 7.5 per week

Benefits:

Flexitime Work from home
Work Location: On the road

Expected start date: 08/12/2025