Dance & Drama Instructor - Summer - Farnham, Surrey

TN United Kingdom; Farnham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Dance & Drama Instructor - Summer - Farnham, Surrey

Client: Barracudas Activity Day Camps

Location: Farnham, Surrey

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a6e746a6e2ff

Job Views: 4

Posted: 16.02.2025

Expiry Date: 02.04.2025

Hours of work: 08:30 – 17:30

Salary: £412.00 – £559.17 per week depending on age, internal/external experience, and qualifications.

Reportable to: Camp Senior Team, Area Manager, and Central Office

Barracudas are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

DANCE AND DRAMA INSTRUCTOR DUTIES

• Set up and maintain your dance and drama area to ensure it is suitable and inviting for the children.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure the children in your care have fun in a safe environment.
• Meet the needs of the children in your care with active supervision and attention throughout the day, including breaks and lunch times.
• Plan and deliver a variety of exciting and safe dance and drama activities that are age-appropriate for the timetabled group.
• Encourage maximum participation of the children in the group.
• Ensure the safe use of equipment provided for your sessions.
• Work alongside other staff members who may assist with your sessions.
• Deliver the dance-based Skills Builder course ‘Dance Fusion’.
• Job share and liaise with other Dance & Drama Instructors if required.
• Take responsibility for general welfare and safeguarding.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in dance and drama.
• Aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Provide satisfactory professional/academic references.
• Enthusiastic, caring, and organised with excellent communication skills and able to use your initiative.
• Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you’re new to Barracudas.
• Complete Online Training annually.
• Attend Induction Training Day ahead of your first working season.
• Follow child protection policy when using Camp Tablet/Kindle for music.
• Assist with pack up at the end of camp.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the company fulfills all Health and Safety obligations by following instructions and showing a proactive approach to safety issues.
• Organise and deliver activities appropriate for the children in your care within the scope of your qualifications, skills, and knowledge.
• Encourage children to participate in new activities and ensure the activity programme is as directed on the timetable.
• Ensure the children under your supervision behave safely and communicate daily about codes of behaviour.
• Follow all camp systems, including registration and collection procedures, Health and Safety systems, and guidelines on child welfare.
• Report any concerns regarding Child Protection to your Senior Team or a Designated Person at the Central Office.
• Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate children in your group with additional needs or medical conditions.
• Deliver Skills Builder sessions if required.
• Support swimming sessions as needed.
• Perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation.

Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment. This post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.