Children’s Camp Supervisors

Children’s Holiday Camp Supervisors

Job Breakdown

• Employer: Funtastic Kids Ltd

• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Regional branches in Berkshire including Reading, Wokingham, and Bracknell).

• Pay Rate: From £15.75 per hour (Dependent on qualifications and experience).

• Contract Type: Fixed-term (School holiday periods); Part-time and flexible shifts available.

• Team Size: Responsible for supervising 2–6 employees (Playworkers and contractors).

• Estimated Average Salary: Based on a standard 8-hour camp day, daily earnings are approximately £126.00.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Oversight: Manage the daily running of the holiday camp, ensuring all activities align with company policies and high standards of play.

• Team Leadership: Direct a team of playworkers and external contractors (coaches, musicians), effectively delegating tasks to ensure a smooth operation.

• Safeguarding & Safety: Act as the lead for safeguarding on-site, ensuring all staff follow protective protocols and that rigorous risk assessments and health and safety policies are maintained.

• Activity Facilitation: Create an inclusive environment that promotes play and enjoyment for children aged 4–13, adapting activities to meet various developmental needs.

• Behavior Management: Promote a culture of respect and tolerance, managing behavior fairly to encourage social skills and positive peer interactions.

• Parental Liaison: Communicate professionally with parents, providing feedback on children’s accomplishments or reporting specific incidents.

• Facility Management: Ensure the camp setting remains clean, hygienic, and organized throughout the term and is fully restored on the final day.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Playwork, Teaching and Learning, Early Years, or an equivalent field. A good general education (GCSE Grade C/4 in English and Maths) is required.

• Certification: Must hold a valid Paediatric First Aid certificate.

• Experience: Essential experience working with children in a school or play setting. Experience leading a team is highly desirable.

• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong observation/assessment abilities, and a solid understanding of safeguarding procedures.

• Availability: Must commit to at least 2 days during February Half Term or 2 days per week during the Easter Holidays.

Benefits

• Flexible Working: Opportunities to work half-day shifts or specific blocks of days to suit your schedule.

• Professional Growth: Gain leadership experience managing a small team and liaising directly with company directors.

• Future Opportunities: Successful supervisors are often offered priority roles for future summer and half-term holiday periods.

• Supportive Environment: Access to supervisor meetings and annual training sessions to enhance your practice and leadership skills.

Job Description

The Role Funtastic Kids Ltd is looking for energetic and responsible Children’s Holiday Camp Supervisors to lead our upcoming February Half Term and Easter programs. This role is perfect for an experienced childcare professional or educator who thrives in a fast-paced, play-based environment. You will be the face of the camp, ensuring that every child aged 4–13 has a safe, engaging, and memorable holiday experience while managing the staff who make it happen.

Leadership in Play As a Supervisor, you are the heartbeat of the camp. You aren’t just watching from the sidelines; you are leading by example. Your day will involve everything from directing a team of 2–6 playworkers and specialist coaches to ensuring that the “Funtastic” mission of learning through play is met. You will use your initiative to solve problems on the fly, whether that means adapting an activity for a rainy day or supporting a staff member with behavior management techniques.

Your leadership ensures that the camp is more than just childcare—it’s a space where basic literacy, numeracy, and social skills are enhanced through creative engagement. You will maintain a high standard of professionalism, acting as the primary point of contact for parents and ensuring that the setting remains a clean, welcoming environment for every family.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing Safeguarding is the foundation of everything we do. You will be responsible for ensuring that every member of your team—from permanent staff to external musicians—understands and follows our strict safeguarding and health and safety policies. By maintaining a vigilant and caring attitude, you will help identify and protect children at risk, ensuring the camp remains a sanctuary for development and fun.

Who You Are The ideal candidate is a “calm under pressure” leader with a great sense of humor and a genuine passion for childcare. You are someone who understands that “open-ended questioning” and “investigative work” are key to a child’s development. If you are a qualified professional (NVQ Level 3) with a positive attitude and a sense of responsibility, we want to help you lead our next successful camp season.

Funtastic Kids Ltd is an Ofsted-registered childcare provider that specializes in high-quality Wrap Around Care (Breakfast and After School Clubs) and themed Holiday Camps for children aged 4 to 13. While the company is primarily based in Berkshire (with its head office in Wokingham), it is a frequently searched entity in Newcastle upon Tyne due to its national recruitment presence for seasonal holiday camp roles and academic research partnerships.

Organization & Culture

The organization is built on a mission to provide a “safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore and develop resilience through play.” The culture is described as vibrant, inclusive, and child-led, emphasizing individual respect and a “growth mindset” for both staff and children.

Internally, the workplace is professional and supportive. Founded in 2016 by Director Louise Holloway—who brings over 20 years of experience as an Inclusion Manager—the company places a heavy emphasis on SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) expertise and inclusive practice. Staff are encouraged to be “enthusiastic, bubbly, and motivated,” with regular training provided in safeguarding, behavior management, and specialized educational support.

Key Organisation Highlights (2026)

Core Operations & Specialist Programs

Funtastic Kids stands out in the childcare market through its structured, teacher-led approach to play:

• Themed Holiday Camps: Operating during Summer, Easter, and half-terms, these camps follow specific timetables (e.g., “Art Attack,” “Mad Science,” or “Sports Mania”) devised by qualified teachers.

   

• Wrap Around Care: Serving multiple primary schools across Berkshire (and recruiting nationally), providing a seamless transition between the school day and home life with nutritional breakfasts and afternoon teas.

   

• Young Playleader Programme: A unique 2026 initiative for children aged 11+, teaching leadership, responsibility, and basic playwork skills to help older children transition into mentoring roles.

   

• Inclusive “VIP” Clubs: Specialized early years support within their camps to ensure the youngest children receive age-appropriate care and stimulation.

   

Working at Funtastic Kids

For professionals and students (including those from Newcastle-based universities looking for seasonal work), Funtastic Kids offers a highly rated employment experience:

• Roles & Recruitment: Frequently hires Sports Coaches, Playworkers, and Camp Managers. The company is known for its rigorous Safe Recruitment Policy, including Enhanced DBS checks and detailed reference vetting.

   

• Pay & Salaries (2026): Hourly rates for regional roles typically range from £11.50 to £16.00, depending on the level of responsibility (Supervisors vs. Assistants).

• Benefits: Includes paid training, flexitime, an employee pension scheme, and a “Refer a Friend” programme.

• Employee Sentiment: Rated 4.1/5 on major job boards. Staff frequently praise the “friendly team environment” and the “quality of training,” although some seasonal workers note the high intensity of the six-week summer holiday period.

2026 Strategic Vision: “Nurturing Resilience”

As of March 2026, Funtastic Kids is focusing on:

• SEND Advocacy: Expanding their capacity to host children with complex needs by partnering with local authorities to secure funding for 1:1 support staff.

• Screen-Free Environments: A continued commitment to “active play,” ensuring that holiday camp timetables are 100% free of tablets and gaming consoles.

• Professionalization of Playwork: Using their internal academy to help staff transition from “supervisors” to “play educators” through accredited NVQ Level 2 and 3 courses.