Campsite Assistant
Kibblestone International Scout Camp – Oulton, Staffordshire
Join the team at one of the UK’s longest-running outdoor adventure camps
Kibblestone District Scout Council manages the 98-acre Kibblestone outdoor Activities centre, set in the village of Oulton, Staffordshire. For over 90 years the site has provided outdoor adventure, learning and unforgettable experiences for young people and groups from across the UK and beyond.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic, practical and outdoor-loving person to join our small, friendly team.
This is a varied and active role — one day you could be instructing activities, the next maintaining woodland trails, preparing facilities for campers, or helping develop the site for the future. No two days are the same.
If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems and helping young people gain confidence through adventure, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you’ll be doing
Activities & Visitors
- Deliver safe, fun and educational outdoor activities (where qualified and authorised)
- Help create memorable experiences for campers and visitors
- Follow risk assessments and operating procedures
- Maintain high standards of safety and always safeguarding
Site & Facilities
You will help keep a busy 98-acre site running smoothly, including:
- Cleaning and preparing buildings, toilets and wash facilities
- Inspecting and maintaining activity equipment
- Grounds work — gardening, pathways, fencing, clearing debris and supervised tree work
- Building and facility maintenance and improvements
- Kitchen duties — preparing, cooking and serving food
- Helping maintain site security
What we’re looking for
We want someone energetic, practical and positive who enjoys being outdoors in all seasons.
Essential
- Enthusiasm and willingness to “get stuck in”
- Good problem-solving attitude
- Flexible approach to working hours (including evenings & weekends)
- Clean driving licence
- Ability to work physically and as part of a small team
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience working with young people
- Outdoor activity qualifications (NSRA, GMAS, PCU Level 1, SPA, ERCA etc.)
An Enhanced DBS check will be required prior to appointment.
What you’ll get
- Pay in line with National Living/Minimum Wage rates
- 37 hours per week
- 21 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Pension scheme enrolment
- Training and opportunity to gain activity instructor qualifications
- A supportive team and unique outdoor working environment
Recruitment process
please email CV
Email [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
