Summer Camp Day Assistant

ROLE SUMMARY:

Reddam House Berkshire is seeking enthusiastic and dynamic Staff Assistants (Day Staff) to support the delivery of our four-week Summer Camp programme running from 12 July - 8 August 2026.

This is a fixed-term, full-time role for the duration of camp, with three training days prior to commencement and a wash-up/feedback day at the end of the contract. Reporting to the Summer Camp Director / Subject Lead, the post-holder will provide strong pastoral support to campers, assist with learning and cultural opportunities, support excursions and activities, and contribute to a safe, well-organised and enjoyable camp experience.

Staff will work a 6-day week, minimum 40 hours per week, with one full day off per week, and duties include evening and some weekend work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide excellent pastoral care for campers, including health and safety, safeguarding and discipline.
• Assist in providing rich learning opportunities for campers, including language and cultural experiences.
• Support the delivery of fun and engaging excursions/trips in collaboration with the Director.
• Help assess student work, correct misunderstandings and contribute to end-of-stay camper reports.
• Manage day-to-day student behaviour and participation issues, escalating concerns to the Subject Lead and/or Director.
• Collaborate with the Head of Boarding and wider camp team as required to support smooth camp operations.
• Attend weekend activities when required and assist with planning the evening activities schedule.
• Be on call in the event of an incident, fire, intruder, or other emergency.
• Support pocket money collection and distribution where required.
• Support first aid and health issues alongside the Camp Director and Head of Boarding and ensure documentation/medical items are prepared for arrivals/departures.
• Undertake additional reasonable duties as directed by the line manager, commensurate with experience and training.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Ability to ensure students’ physical and mental wellbeing.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, colleagues and parents.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• A reliable, adaptable and committed approach with strong team spirit.
• Ability to take part in afternoon, recreational and outdoor activities.
• A patient, enthusiastic and dependable attitude.
• Willingness to work a 6-day rota, including evenings and some weekend duties.
• Full DBS clearance (required).
• First Aid training (preferred).
• Experience of curriculum-based teaching or learning support (desirable).
• Teaching or coaching leadership qualifications (desirable).
• Experience supporting sports or extra-curricular activities (desirable).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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