Holiday Club Activity Leader

S4aclub; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A children's activity provider is seeking a Holiday Club Activity Leader to create engaging experiences for children during school holidays. This role involves delivering activities, ensuring children's safety, and supporting their positive experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and strong communication skills. The position is fixed-term during the holidays and includes benefits like free childcare and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

FREE childcare during school holidays

Access to training opportunities

Supportive team environment

On-site parking

Employee discount

Qualifications

• Experience in holiday club, school, or childcare settings.
• Confidence in delivering activities to groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of fun, engaging activities.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating environment.
• Communicate professionally with children and parents.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Positive and enthusiastic approach

Education

Relevant childcare or sports qualification

Job description

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Job Vacancy

Holiday Club Activity Leader

Pay: £105.00-£110.00 per day

Locations: Buckingham, Bicester & Brackley

Job Description:

About the Role

S4A is seeking a Holiday Club Activity Leader to work within our holiday club settings to inspire and engage children through the activities offered.

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our holiday teams and help create a fun, safe, and enriching environment for children during the school holidays.

Our Holiday Clubs run on a fixed-term basis during school holiday periods (e.g. half term, Easter and summer holidays). This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for the duration of each holiday club programme, with work available during these set holiday periods only.

Hours & Pay

• Hours: Between 8:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, during school holiday periods only
• Pay: £110 per day

Role Overview

As a Holiday Club Activity Leader, you will play a key role in the delivery of planned activities within our holiday club settings. You will work alongside other team members to support the daily running of the club, ensuring children are safe, engaged, and enjoying their experience.

This is a non-managerial role focused on activity delivery, engagement, and child experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a range of fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities, including sports, games, and creative sessions
• Engage positively with children, encouraging participation and confidence
• Follow daily timetables and activity plans provided by the setting.
• Support positive behaviour using clear expectations and encouragement
• Assist with the safe setup, use, and tidying of equipment and activity spaces
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment at all times
• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and operational procedures
• Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and schools

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience working with children in a holiday club, school, childcare, or activity setting
• Confidence supporting and delivering activities to groups of children
• A positive, enthusiastic, and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare

Desirable

• Relevant childcare, playwork, or sports qualification
• Experience working with children of different ages and abilities
• First Aid qualification
• Experience supporting children with SEND

Benefits of Working with S4A

• FREE childcare during school holidays (subject to availability)
• Access to training opportunities and Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• A role that fits around school holiday periods
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain further experience within S4A holiday programmes

This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s holiday experiences through our Holiday Club Provision.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Benefits

• Employee discount
• On-site parking

To apply, please email us at [e-mail]