Welfare Officer Job Description
Work Hours: 08:30 – 18:00, Monday- Friday (Total hours will not exceed 45 hours per week)
Contract Type: Seasonal Fixed term
Salary: £559.79 – £680.83 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications and camp size)
(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).
Reportable to: Camp Manager, Area Manager and Central Office
Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff
to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and
procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and
protective environment for call children and young people.
About Us
Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build
confidence, develop new skills and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+
camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama
and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels
supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
Role Purpose
The Welfare Officer is responsible for supporting the emotional, behavioural and safeguarding
needs of children at camp. They work closely with the Senior Team to ensure children feel safe,
supported and included, while guiding staff in behaviour management, welfare procedures and
SEND support. Through strong communication, pastoral care and proactive oversight, the Welfare
Officer helps maintain a positive, nurturing and safe environment for all children.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Daily Operations
- Support and/or deliver Induction Training and assist with Set Up Days to ensure camp is fully
prepared.
- Spend time in groups to understand dynamics and ensure children receive active supervision
and support throughout the day, including breaks and lunchtimes.
- Get to know children as individuals, incorporating their interests into their camp experience.
- Carry out general observations around camp to ensure welfare standards are consistently met.
Safeguarding & Welfare
- Act as the Designated Person (DP) for Safeguarding, responding to child protection concerns
and working alongside the Camp Manager/Early Years Manager.
- Oversee action plans relating to behavioural challenges, safeguarding concerns and general
welfare needs.
- Ensure relevant child information (child notes) is shared with appropriate staff ahead of camp.
- Communicate with parents and Central Office regarding SEND needs, behavioural concerns or
welfare issues.
- Support staff in understanding and meeting children’s medical, dietary and additional needs.
- Ensure medication is administered safely and documentation is completed accurately.
This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be
required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are
not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions)
order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is
available from the Ministry of Justice.
