Lead Practitioner Wanted - Summer Holiday Camp
Location: Tudor Rose Family Hub
Fulham Court, Fulham Rd, London SW6 5PG, UK.
Employment Type: Fixed-term contract (employed for two weeks only)
Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Working Hours: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Thursday
Date: 3rd - 13th August 2026
Salary & Benefits: £20 per hour, based on 5 working hours per day (Monday–Thursday). Payment will be made at the end of the two-week contract.
Employer: Balogun Bassey CIC
Application Deadline: Sunday, 19 July 2026
Interview Dates: Monday, 20th July and Tuesday, 21st July 2026
Job Summary
The Lead Practitioner will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Summer Holiday Activity Camp, ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all children and young people.
The successful candidate will lead and support staff and volunteers, coordinate daily activities, maintain high standards of safeguarding and health and safety, and ensure the programme is delivered to a high standard. They will play a key role in creating a positive experience where children can learn, develop new skills, build confidence, and enjoy their holiday.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily delivery of the summer holiday programme.
- Supervise and support activity staff and volunteers.
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times.
- Plan, organise, and oversee engaging activities appropriate for different age groups.
- Monitor attendance and maintain accurate records where required.
- Ensure all activities comply with health and safety and safeguarding policies.
- Manage behaviour positively and promote an inclusive environment.
- Communicate effectively with parents, carers, staff, and external partners.
- Respond appropriately to incidents, accidents, or safeguarding concerns.
- Ensure equipment and resources are prepared, used safely, and stored correctly.
- Report daily to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on the camp's progress.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements:
- Experience working with children and young people.
- Experience leading or supervising a team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
- Reliable, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others.
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Desirable Requirements:
- Relevant qualification in childcare, education, youth work, sports coaching, or a related field.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience delivering holiday camps or HAF programmes.
- Food Hygiene Certificate (if applicable).
How to Apply
Please submit your application using the link below:
Application Form: https://forms.gle/1NuyCrXmSv7r1Tip6
Additional Information:
Must be creative, energetic, and confident in planning and leading engaging art and sports activities, including drawing, painting, dancing, and interactive games, to inspire children’s creativity, participation, and teamwork.
Pay: £20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
