Job Description

Holiday Camp Coach - FUNDA Active (Burscough & Tarleton)

FUNDA is expanding and opening

two new holiday camp venues in Burscough and Tarleton (Lancashire)

.

We're looking for

energetic, reliable, and fun-focused coaches

to join our award-winning holiday camps team.

If you love working with children, staying active, and being part of a supportive team, this role is for you.

The Role

As a

Holiday Camp Coach

, you'll help deliver

high-quality holiday childcare

for children aged

4-11

. You'll lead activities, support children's confidence and well-being, and help create a positive, memorable experience every single day.

No two days are the same -- and that's exactly how we like it.

What You'll Be Doing?

Deliver Engaging Activities

Lead fun, structured sessions for children aged 4-11 Deliver a varied programme including: Sports and physical games Arts and crafts Team challenges Creative and educational activities Adapt sessions to suit different ages, abilities, and confidence levels

Create a Safe & Positive Environment

Supervise children at all times, indoors and outdoors Follow safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, and behaviour policies Manage transitions, breaks, and group movement safely Respond appropriately to accidents, incidents, or concerns

Be a Positive Role Model

Set a great example through enthusiasm, professionalism, and kindness Encourage teamwork, respect, and inclusion Support children to: Build friendships Try new activities Grow in confidence

Work as Part of a Team

Work closely with other coaches and camp leaders Share updates, observations, and any concerns Communicate positively with parents/guardians when required Help ensure camps run smoothly and professionally

Set Up & Look After Equipment

Assist with setting up and packing away activities Check equipment and report any issues Keep activity spaces safe, tidy, and organised

What We're Looking For:

Essential

Experience working with children (camps, schools, childcare, sports, or similar) Confident, energetic, and approachable personality Ability to lead groups and keep children engaged Strong communication skills Reliable, patient, and adaptable Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Desirable (Not Essential)

Paediatric First Aid Understanding of inclusive practice and child development Experience delivering sports, games, or creative sessions

Contract & Pay

Job Types:

Temporary / Fixed-term / Zero-hours

Pay:

12.21 - 14.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits

Childcare discounts Free on-site parking Full training and support provided Fun, active, and rewarding work environment Opportunities for future work across FUNDA venues

Requirements

Enhanced

DBS Certificate

(required)

Safeguarding Level 2

(required)

Driving licence

(required)

Multi-Skills Level 2

(preferred)

Paediatric First Aid

(preferred)

Work Location:

In person - Burscough or Tarleton

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.21-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Tarleton PR4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Ability to work with a range of children between ages 4-11
Experience:

Sports coaching: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Valid Enhanced DBS Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person