Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Camp Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Ofsted-registered holiday camp in Paddington, with shadowing happening during the February half term camp (16th to 20th February 2026) and with role properly starting in the Easter holidays. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children, while managing staff and coordinating activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone with management experience and a passion for early childhood education to lead a vibrant team in delivering exceptional childcare services.

Duties

Manage the day-to-day running of the camp, including staff supervision and scheduling Oversee programme planning and organise age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children attending the camp, adhering to health and safety regulations Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and children to foster a positive environment Lead recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of staff members Maintain accurate records related to attendance, incidents, and programme activities Coordinate logistics such as resource procurement Ensure compliance with childcare regulations and organisational policies

Experience

Proven management experience within a childcare or educational setting Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team Experience working with children, particularly in nursery or early childhood education environments Knowledge of childcare standards, health & safety regulations, and child protection policies Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal Previous experience with childcare management software or administrative systems is advantageous

Prerequisites

Safeguarding

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Child Protection training (available training with Follow the Rainbow) Paediatric First Aid Prevent Duty awareness (available trainingwithFollow the Rainbow) Health & safety training (available training with Follow the Rainbow) Foodhygiene (available training with Follow the Rainbow) Level 3 NVQ or QTS desirable Righttowork evidence EnhancedDBScheck (including children's barred list where required)
This role is ideal for a proactive individual committed to providing high-quality childcare while demonstrating strong organisational leadership. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's development within a supportive team environment.

Pay: 600.00-750.00 per week

Work Location: In person