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CLAYESMORE SCHOOL
Clayesmore
Full-time
Job Title:

Commercial Camp and Activity Leader

Responsible to:

Commercial Manager

Role Overview

We  are  looking  for  an  enthusiastic  and  organised  Camps  and  Activity  Leader  to  join  our  commercial
team.  This  role  is  central  to  the  smooth  running  of  our  camps  and  visiting  group  programmes  at
Clayesmore and other ILG schools.

The postholder will serve as the main point of contact for each camp or visiting group onsite, taking
responsibility for the safety, wellbeing, and enjoyment of all participants throughout their stay. They will
oversee the planning, organisation, and delivery of all on- and off-site activities, ensuring the programme
is inclusive, engaging, and safe for every student.

Additionally, the role involves resourcing activities, coordinating logistics, and supporting visiting staff
and group leaders to ensure each session runs smoothly and successfully.

Responsibilities and Duties

Immersion Groups

●  Plan, coordinate, and deliver engaging activities that introduce students to British boarding school

life and culture.

●  Supervise and support students during all on- and off-site activities, ensuring behaviour, safety, and

participation standards are maintained.

●  Liaise  with  visiting  staff  and  group  leaders  to  ensure  smooth  daily  operations  and  clear

communication.

●  Organise logistics including schedules, activity resources, transport, and accommodation if required.
●  Monitor  student  engagement  and  provide  feedback  and  guidance  to  enhance  their  learning  and

cultural experience.

Holiday Activities

Identify staffing needs early and report any gaps to senior management.

●  Plan, coordinate, and lead holiday activities, providing supervision, and overall leadership.
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●  Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure all promotional materials are published in advance.
●  Ensure all staff are trained in booking processes and administrative procedures.
●  Collaborate with the Clayesmore Commercial Manager and ILG Camp Manager to develop a dynamic

and engaging programme that meets Clayesmore and customer requirements.

Commercial Activities

●  Support the provision of commercial activities across the School, including weddings, conferences,

and other external events, in close consultation with the Commercial Manager.

●  Act  as  the  main  point  of  contact  for  organisations  using  Clayesmore  for  residential  holiday  lets,

including weekend arrivals and departures.

●  Be  available  during  summer  months,  including  weekends,  to  ensure  the  smooth  running  of  the

Holiday Lets Programme.

Operational Responsibilities

●  Assist  the  Commercial  Manager  with  the  daily  operation of  the  Sports  Centre  during  the  holiday

period or commercial use of the facilities.

●  As a key holder, maintain the security of premises, stock, and equipment.
●  Deliver high-quality customer service to all users, including pupils, staff, and the public.
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●  Provide  shift  cover  as  part  of  a  rota,  acting  as  Shift  Manager,  Sports  Assistant,  or  Lifeguard  as

Identify and report equipment repairs or replacement needs.

required.

●  Remain vigilant and compliant with safeguarding measures.
●  Provide administrative and operational support to the Manager and duty teams.
●  Assist with recruitment for the Sports Centre and other commercial areas of the School.

Compliance

●  Comply with all current and future health and safety regulations.
●  Support development of working practices to improve efficiency, accuracy, and data recording, while

maintaining GDPR compliance.

●  Ensure implementation of statutory requirements, including the Disability Discrimination Act, Access

to Work, and Equal Opportunities.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

●  Previous  experience  in  a  similar  role,  with  staffing  and  rota  planning,  timetabling,  programme

monitoring, health and safety, and children’s activity operations.

●  Current, or willingness to obtain, RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification and Pool Plant Operators

Certificate (training provided at the School’s expense).

●  Previous experience leading immersion or study abroad groups.
●  Paediatric First Aid level 3
●  Strong organisational and operational knowledge to ensure smooth delivery of holiday activities and

commercial operations.

Personal Attributes

●  Strong problem-solving skills, as the postholder will make key decisions for the day-to-day running

of holiday activities and lettings.

●  Ability to think creatively and proactively to overcome challenges and develop solutions.
●  Approachable, fair, and able to be firm when necessary.
●  Confident, enthusiastic team leader, able to mediate discussions and make decisions that support

the School’s objectives.

●  Capable of working autonomously and proactively, particularly in planning and delivering engaging

holiday activities.

●  Excellent interpersonal skills to inspire and manage both staff and participants.

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 Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of cross-cultural communication.

Working Conditions

The postholder will work in a well-maintained Centre with facilities and procedures in place to minimise
health and safety risks. The role involves a mix of activities, including computer work and a degree of
physical activity, such as walking, standing, and assisting with the manual handling of large equipment
(guidance will be provided). A reasonable level of physical fitness is essential. When working in the pool
environment, conditions may be warm, humid, and noisy for extended periods.
This position will involve evening and weekend work, including the possibility of covering at short notice.
The postholder may be required to undertake any duty within their capability and skill set, including
tasks not normally associated with the Sports Centre.

Due to the key responsibility for holiday activities and residential lets, holidays are primarily to be taken
during term time with the agreement of the Line Manager, or exceptionally outside term time with the
approval.  Onsite  accommodation  is  available  when  required,  particularly  during  residential  activity
periods.

The role may require the postholder to travel with groups, including possibly between Inspired Learning
Group (ILG) schools. Accommodation will be provided by the School if overnight stays are necessary.

All staff are employed by the School as a whole and may reasonably be asked to undertake similar or
related duties in other departments, teams, or subsidiary companies.

Additional Information

●  This is an all year round role
●  40 contractual hours per week, the role will require the post holder to work some evenings and

weekends.

●  Holiday entitlement will be 22 days per year (1 September to 31 August), plus 8 Bank Holidays. You
may be required to work any public holiday when the school is open, for which time off will be given.
The School reserves the right to designate up to 5 days per holiday year in order to facilitate a School
closure.

●  Benefits include a free lunchtime meal, free membership of the Clayesmore Sports Centre, death in

service and pension benefits.

●  Membership of the Clayesmore Society and associated member benefits

Date prepared:  November 2025
Prepared by:

DFO / Commercial Manager / Head of HR

Clayesmore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects
all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo safeguarding
screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check with the Disclosure and
Barring Service.