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A major UK property and development organisation is seeking an ambitious planning professional to support the delivery of large-scale commercial/logistics and industrial developments. This role offers exposure to the full development lifecycle from early site identification and appraisal through to planning consent and delivery.

You’ll work closely with senior planning and development leaders, playing a key role in shaping planning strategies for high-quality, sustainable projects in prime locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior planners and development leads throughout the planning and delivery process
• Prepare planning appraisals, strategies, Local Plan representations, applications, and condition discharges
• Review development sites, planning policy, constraints, and delivery timelines
• Coordinate consultants and manage inputs including ecology, flood risk, and landscape
• Review technical reports and provide clear, timely feedback
• Attend site visits, public consultations, and examination hearings
• Engage with local authorities, communities, and stakeholders to promote development proposals

What You’ll Bring

• RTPI-qualified planner with at least 3 years’ professional experience
• Strong understanding of the commercial development and planning process
• Excellent report writing, organisation, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Commercially aware, strategic, and solution-focused mindset
• Full UK driving licence

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus potential + comprehensive benefits

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.

Job Title: Director – Town Planning

Location: Liverpool (Hybrid)

Penguin Recruitment is working on behalf of a well-established, employee-owned multidisciplinary planning and design consultancy to appoint an experienced Planning Director for its centrally located Liverpool office.

This is a senior leadership opportunity to take ownership of a growing regional planning team within a nationally active consultancy known for delivering tailored advice across the development sector.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will lead and further develop the Liverpool Planning Office, building on an existing and well-regarded client portfolio while helping to grow the wider business through cross-selling services across a strong multidisciplinary offer, including:

• Planning Research & Analysis
• Masterplanning & Urban Design
• Architecture
• Transport & Infrastructure
• Sustainability Engineering
• Environmental Services

The Liverpool office serves projects across the North West and Scotland and works closely with in-house design and masterplanning teams, allowing for genuinely collaborative project delivery.

You will join a close and supportive senior leadership team, with regular Director-level engagement, 1:1s with the Managing Director, and a structured review process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Liverpool Planning team
• Provide clear leadership, mentoring and strategic direction
• Manage and oversee major planning projects including applications, appeals, Local Plans, examinations and inquiries
• Develop and strengthen existing client relationships while generating new business opportunities
• Identify and secure growth in targeted development sectors
• Take responsibility for office financial performance and resourcing
• Contribute to company-wide business strategy and senior management
• Represent the business at networking and industry events
• Assemble and lead project teams across the national office network

About You

• MRTPI qualified with a postgraduate degree in Planning
• Ideally professional experience, gained within private consultancy, public sector or client-side roles
• Proven experience managing professional planning teams
• Strong track record in business development and client leadership
• Established professional network with clear ideas for future growth
• Confident leading complex development management and policy work
• Commercially aware, collaborative and people-focused

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership role within an employee-owned organisation
• Competitive, negotiable salary
• Hybrid working with core office collaboration days
• Private healthcare, life insurance and enhanced pension options
• Generous annual leave plus gifted time off over Christmas
• Enhanced maternity scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Strong commitment to wellbeing, diversity and inclusion
• Active CPD and training programme, with Directors contributing to thought leadership and industry insight

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362010 or josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk

An established planning consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Town Planner from Principal up to Associate Director to take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of planning projects and leading office role in one of their offices in the South West. This role offers the chance to work independently on a wide range of developments, manage client relationships, and contribute to business growth while mentoring junior colleagues.

*** Please note they are open to relocators who aim to move down to Devon or Cornwall in late 2026 or 2027 with a view to working remote or hybrid from their other offices in the meantime. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the full range of planning consultancy services across a variety of projects
• Prepare planning statements, appraisals, applications, and appeals, ensuring accuracy and professionalism
• Undertake planning history and policy research, site visits, and appraisals independently
• Provide clear and robust planning advice to clients, both written and verbal
• Lead on the preparation and management of pre-application submissions, planning appeals, and local plan representations
• Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, and public consultations
• Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary consultant teams on complex schemes
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, securing repeat and referral business
• Mentor junior planners and support their professional development
• Actively contribute and take a lead on business development and company-wide initiatives

What You’ll Bring

• Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards chartered status
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and development processes
• Proven experience in private sector planning consultancy or similar environment
• Excellent written communication, analytical, and presentation skills
• Strong project management ability with attention to detail and time management under pressure
• Confidence in handling client relationships and generating new work opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team approach with a proactive, motivated mindset
• Full UK driving licence (or equivalent mobility)

Benefits

• Autonomy to shape your career and lead meaningful projects
• You'll enjoy a people-first, supportive working environment that values your input and ideas.
• A supportive culture that values growth, quality, and innovation
• Salary: competitive

Why Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner ready to step into a leadership role, combining hands-on project work with mentoring, client engagement, and business development. You’ll join a professional, collaborative team where initiative and expertise are recognised and rewarded.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.

Food & Beverage Manager - Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

at Stratford Leisure Centre

Full time position – Excellent salary plus benefits

Everyone Active is currently seeking an ambitious and self-motivated individual to take on this role and embrace our brand mission of 30 minutes of activity 5 times a week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the café, hospitality and vending operations. They will need to achieve income targets, financial KPI’s and drive customer service excellence.

We need a Food & Beverage Manager who will…

• Manage the day-to-day catering operations ensuring that the highest levels of customer service and safety are achieved
• Manage food hygiene operations in line with legislation and company standards
• Be both a role model for the cafe team and make the centre a fun and friendly environment for both colleagues and customers alike
• Manage stock control and reporting systems
• Be organised, methodical and capable of working under pressure

Candidates will need to have an intermediate food hygiene certificate and posses a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar environment.

What can we do for you?

Well, along with a competitive salary and opportunities for development, you’ll also get to enjoy working in a vibrant, exciting and friendly environment. Furthermore, as an added bonus, you and a partner/children will also get to enjoy free membership to our 220 plus centres nationwide.

Forest Hospital located in Mansfield and is looking for an experienced clinical leader to join the team. At Forest Care Centre, we provide expert treatment and care for males with Neurodegenerative mental health conditions. The team at Forest Hospital believe in a person-centred approach constantly-evolving the service to support individuals to achieve their goals.

ABOUT YOU
As a Hospital Director you will have full clinical and commercial control of the facility and work to develop a coherent and effective team who provide the quality care our patients deserve. Reporting into the Regional Director you will be responsible for maintaining and ensuring compliance in the home as well as maintaining occupancy levels by setting out creative marketing strategies. The ideal Hospital Director will be:
An experienced nurse professional with a background within mental health/learning disabilities
Able to create strong links within the local community
Confident in building strong relationships with CCGs, CQC, and safeguarding.
Able to demonstrate successfully managing a commercial business within the private healthcare sector
A hands on manager who is approachable, with a good blend of compassion and resilience

REWARDS PACKAGE
As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best benefits packages in the healthcare sector:
The opportunity to earn up to 100% of your salary in bonus with our profit share scheme
Automatic entry into Barchester's Excellence Awards and annual bonus scheme
8% ER Pension Package
A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
Payment of NMC Annual Registration Fee

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Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Southwest of England in the search for a Principal Planning Officer; this will be offered on an initial 12-month basis.
 
The successful candidate must have a track record of working on large scale major applications for a local authority Development Management team. We are looking for an experienced officer to progress major planning applications; you must have significant post qualification experience delivering development management solutions for new developments. The role will focus on large scale strategic applications. Although not mandatory, experience across greenfield sites, reserved matters, town conversions into flats and HMOs, mixed use schemes (Rural and Urban) and greenbelt sites would be beneficial - Further details available.
 
The contract offered is for an initial 12-month duration with the potential to extend, the council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements.
 
A comprehensive working knowledge and experience of Development Management is essential. It would be beneficial to hold a Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute, although this is not mandatory.
 
Carrington West Pay Rate - £60per/hour (Higher rates available subject to experience)
Job Ref - 63707
 
Please call Cameron de Wit on 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:
cameron.dewit@carringtonwest.com
planning@carringtonwest.com
 
Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Peripatetic Deputy General Manager (Clinical) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to manage and develop the teams in various care homes, to help us deliver the high quality care and service we're known for. Working closely with the General Manager or hiring manager, you'll help implement action plans that make sure our resident's needs are met.

Taking on leadership duties in the absence of the General Manager, you can expect to help with everything from care standards to motivating your team. You'll inspire a multidisciplinary team to make sure they help every resident to enjoy the best possible quality of life. That means leading by example and monitoring standards through regular audits, supervised clinical practice and checking our regulatory compliance. You'll set the highest standards and draw on your skills to develop and deliver strategies that will help you achieve your goals.

ABOUT YOU
To join us as a Peripatetic Deputy General Manager (Clinical), you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. Previous experience of working within a nursing home setting is essential and evidence of continual professional development is also required. Experience in helping residents with different health needs is important too, as is a successful track record of managing safeguarding investigations and clinical risk assessments. We'll also look for some HR experience, a strong knowledge of sales and marketing, an understanding of budget management, and a track record of supporting newly qualified nurses through preceptorship. You'll be compassionate, resilient and determined to deliver quality care in our engaging and energetic environment. Finally, due to the nature of this role, you must be flexible and willing to travel.

REWARDS PACKAGE
As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

Free learning and development
Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme
A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes
Offer to pay Tier 2 visa application fee for eligible nurses.

If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Camp Manager

Work Hours: 08:00-18:00, Monday-Friday (Total hours will not exceed 47.5 per week)

Contract type: Seasonal Fixed-Term

Salary: £734.62-838.42 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications, and camp size). 

(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).

Reportable to: Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and protective environment for call children and young people.

About Us

Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+ camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Purpose

The Camp Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, organisation, and daily operation of the camp. They ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality activities, maintain excellent standards of safeguarding and Health & Safety, and lead the staff team to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child. Through strong communication, effective delegation and proactive problem solving, the Camp Manager ensures camp runs smoothly, efficiently and in line with Barracudas’ policies, procedures, and values.

Key responsibilities 

Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead Induction Training and oversee Set Up Days to ensure camp is fully prepared.
• Manage the daily running of camp, including site tours, equipment checks, stock control, financial records, and general organisation.
• Delegate tasks effectively and lead daily staff briefings to ensure clear communication and smooth operations.
• Maintain a strong leadership presence across camp, supporting staff and ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact for school liaison.
• Support additional camp activities, including Skills Builder sessions (where required) and swimming sessions – you’ll need to bring swimwear and a spare t-shirt will be available at camp.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Act as the Deputy Designated Lead (DP) for Safeguarding, responding to child protection concerns and liaising with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Ensure staff understand safeguarding procedures and are aware of children’s medical, dietary, and additional needs.
• Oversee the safe administration of medication, ensuring EI forms and documentation are completed accurately.

Health & Safety

• Maintain overall responsibility for Health & Safety on camp, ensuring safe systems of work are followed at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork, including high-risk activity forms, incident reports, and daily safety checks.
• Ensure all activity spaces, base rooms and equipment are safe, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Be proactive and diligent in identifying and addressing safety concerns.

Staff Management & Development

• Complete staff attendance records and ensure staffing levels meet requirements.
• Support, guide, and communicate with the staff team to maintain high standards of practice.
• Conduct end-of-season performance evaluations for all staff members.

Parent, School & Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise professionally with parents and guardians, addressing queries and concerns.
• Provide regular updates to Area Managers and Central Office, escalating issues when necessary.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate administrative records, including registers, financial logs, and stock control.
• Prepare for Induction Training using relevant manuals and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.
• Assist Senior Sports Instructor Coordinate end-of-camp pack-up, ensuring the site is left clean, organised, and secure.
• Support swimming sessions when required.
• Carry out additional duties as required in line with camp needs and organisational objectives.

Requirements

Essentials

• Strong experience working in childcare, education, holiday camps, or similar settings.
• Confident leading a team and overseeing daily operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage safeguarding, behaviour and welfare concerns appropriately.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of Health & Safety and follow safe systems of work.

Desirables

• Experience supervising or developing staff.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience delivering or overseeing activity programmes.
• Safeguarding training or certificate.
• Experience managing Health & Safety procedures in a childcare or activity setting.

Employment in this role is subject to completing all pre-employment requirements, including being aged 18 or over by the start date, providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK, supplying satisfactory references, and holding or obtaining an Enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or the Update Service. Before starting work on camp, all Seniors are required to complete our mandatory training, which includes annual online training modules, an in-person Induction Training Day, and any additional role-specific briefings delivered by the Central Office

This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is available from the Ministry of Justice.

Early Years Manager

Work Hours: 08:00-18:00, Monday – Friday. (Total hours will not exceed 47.5 hours per week)

Contract Type: Seasonal Fixed-Term

Salary: £606.86- £785.19 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications, and camp size).

(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).

Reportable to: Camp Manager, Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and protective environment for call children and young people.

About us 

Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+ camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Purpose 

The Early Years Manager oversees the planning, delivery, and quality of the Early Years provision, ensuring all activities align with the EYFS and meet Barracudas’ high standards. They lead, support, and develop the Early Years team, ensuring safe practice, strong supervision and a nurturing environment for every child. Through effective organisation, communication and leadership, they ensure smooth daily operations, uphold safeguarding responsibilities and create an inclusive, engaging space where children can learn, play and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead the Early Years provision, including Induction Training, Set Up Days and the daily running of Explore and Play and Active Play sessions to ensure effective EYFS implementation.
• Support sessions when required, stepping in to assist staff, supervise children or lead activities to maintain smooth operations.
• Carry out additional duties as required, in line with the needs of the camp and organisational objectives.

Curriculum, Planning & Quality Assurance

• Plan, review and quality-assure Explore and Play and Active Play sessions, ensuring they are age-appropriate, engaging and aligned with the EYFS.
• Monitor staff practice through observations, coaching and regular check-ins to ensure high standards of supervision, behaviour management and EYFS delivery.

Health & Safety

• Maintain a safe, well-organised environment by ensuring base rooms and activity spaces are tidy, hazard-free and appropriately equipped.
• Enforce Health & Safety procedures, following all safe systems of work and addressing safety concerns proactively.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, responding to child protection concerns and supporting staff with safeguarding queries.
• Ensure individual needs are met, including medical, dietary and additional needs, making reasonable adjustments and ensuring medication is administered correctly with full documentation.

Staff Management & Development

• Support staff development by providing guidance, feedback and end-of-season performance evaluations for all Early Years team members.

Parent & Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing updates, addressing concerns and ensuring a positive, professional experience for families.
• Act as a main point of contact for OFSTED Inspectors, ensuring compliance, documentation and practice are inspection-ready.
• Work collaboratively with Area Managers and Central Office, providing updates, escalating concerns and ensuring consistent delivery across the Early Years provision.

Administration & Other

• Maintain accurate paperwork and administrative records, including high-risk activity forms, registers, incident reports and staff documentation.
• Support additional camp activities, including Skills Builder sessions (where required) and swimming sessions – you’ll need to bring swimwear, and a spare t-shirt will be available at camp.

REQUIREMENTS 

Essentials 

• Strong experience working with Early Years children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Confident leading a team and overseeing daily operations.
• Solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Ability to plan, organise and evaluate Early Years activities.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage safeguarding, behaviour and welfare concerns appropriately.

Desirables 

• Primary QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
• CACHE Level 3 or above
• Experience planning early years sessions.
• Experience supervising or developing staff.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Safeguarding training or certificate

Employment in this role is subject to completing all pre-employment requirements, including being aged 18 or over by the start date, providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK, supplying satisfactory references, and holding or obtaining an Enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or the Update Service. Before starting work on camp, all Seniors are required to complete our mandatory training, which includes annual online training modules, an in-person Induction Training Day, and any additional role-specific briefings delivered by the Central Office.

This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is available from the Ministry of Justice.

Camp Manager

Work Hours: 08:00-18:00, Monday-Friday (Total hours will not exceed 47.5 per week)

Contract type: Seasonal Fixed-Term

Salary: £734.62-838.42 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications, and camp size). 

(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).

Reportable to: Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and protective environment for call children and young people.

About Us

Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+ camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Purpose

The Camp Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, organisation, and daily operation of the camp. They ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality activities, maintain excellent standards of safeguarding and Health & Safety, and lead the staff team to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child. Through strong communication, effective delegation and proactive problem solving, the Camp Manager ensures camp runs smoothly, efficiently and in line with Barracudas’ policies, procedures, and values.

Key responsibilities 

Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead Induction Training and oversee Set Up Days to ensure camp is fully prepared.
• Manage the daily running of camp, including site tours, equipment checks, stock control, financial records, and general organisation.
• Delegate tasks effectively and lead daily staff briefings to ensure clear communication and smooth operations.
• Maintain a strong leadership presence across camp, supporting staff and ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact for school liaison.
• Support additional camp activities, including Skills Builder sessions (where required) and swimming sessions – you’ll need to bring swimwear and a spare t-shirt will be available at camp.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Act as the Deputy Designated Lead (DP) for Safeguarding, responding to child protection concerns and liaising with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Ensure staff understand safeguarding procedures and are aware of children’s medical, dietary, and additional needs.
• Oversee the safe administration of medication, ensuring EI forms and documentation are completed accurately.

Health & Safety

• Maintain overall responsibility for Health & Safety on camp, ensuring safe systems of work are followed at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork, including high-risk activity forms, incident reports, and daily safety checks.
• Ensure all activity spaces, base rooms and equipment are safe, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Be proactive and diligent in identifying and addressing safety concerns.

Staff Management & Development

• Complete staff attendance records and ensure staffing levels meet requirements.
• Support, guide, and communicate with the staff team to maintain high standards of practice.
• Conduct end-of-season performance evaluations for all staff members.

Parent, School & Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise professionally with parents and guardians, addressing queries and concerns.
• Provide regular updates to Area Managers and Central Office, escalating issues when necessary.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate administrative records, including registers, financial logs, and stock control.
• Prepare for Induction Training using relevant manuals and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.
• Assist Senior Sports Instructor Coordinate end-of-camp pack-up, ensuring the site is left clean, organised, and secure.
• Support swimming sessions when required.
• Carry out additional duties as required in line with camp needs and organisational objectives.

Requirements

Essentials

• Strong experience working in childcare, education, holiday camps, or similar settings.
• Confident leading a team and overseeing daily operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage safeguarding, behaviour and welfare concerns appropriately.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of Health & Safety and follow safe systems of work.

Desirables

• Experience supervising or developing staff.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience delivering or overseeing activity programmes.
• Safeguarding training or certificate.
• Experience managing Health & Safety procedures in a childcare or activity setting.

Employment in this role is subject to completing all pre-employment requirements, including being aged 18 or over by the start date, providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK, supplying satisfactory references, and holding or obtaining an Enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or the Update Service. Before starting work on camp, all Seniors are required to complete our mandatory training, which includes annual online training modules, an in-person Induction Training Day, and any additional role-specific briefings delivered by the Central Office

This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is available from the Ministry of Justice.

Camp Manager

Work Hours: 08:00-18:00, Monday-Friday (Total hours will not exceed 47.5 per week)

Contract type: Seasonal Fixed-Term

Salary: £734.62-838.42 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications, and camp size). 

(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).

Reportable to: Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and protective environment for call children and young people.

About Us

Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+ camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Purpose

The Camp Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, organisation, and daily operation of the camp. They ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality activities, maintain excellent standards of safeguarding and Health & Safety, and lead the staff team to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child. Through strong communication, effective delegation and proactive problem solving, the Camp Manager ensures camp runs smoothly, efficiently and in line with Barracudas’ policies, procedures, and values.

Key responsibilities 

Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead Induction Training and oversee Set Up Days to ensure camp is fully prepared.
• Manage the daily running of camp, including site tours, equipment checks, stock control, financial records, and general organisation.
• Delegate tasks effectively and lead daily staff briefings to ensure clear communication and smooth operations.
• Maintain a strong leadership presence across camp, supporting staff and ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact for school liaison.
• Support additional camp activities, including Skills Builder sessions (where required) and swimming sessions – you’ll need to bring swimwear and a spare t-shirt will be available at camp.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Act as the Deputy Designated Lead (DP) for Safeguarding, responding to child protection concerns and liaising with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Ensure staff understand safeguarding procedures and are aware of children’s medical, dietary, and additional needs.
• Oversee the safe administration of medication, ensuring EI forms and documentation are completed accurately.

Health & Safety

• Maintain overall responsibility for Health & Safety on camp, ensuring safe systems of work are followed at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork, including high-risk activity forms, incident reports, and daily safety checks.
• Ensure all activity spaces, base rooms and equipment are safe, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Be proactive and diligent in identifying and addressing safety concerns.

Staff Management & Development

• Complete staff attendance records and ensure staffing levels meet requirements.
• Support, guide, and communicate with the staff team to maintain high standards of practice.
• Conduct end-of-season performance evaluations for all staff members.

Parent, School & Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise professionally with parents and guardians, addressing queries and concerns.
• Provide regular updates to Area Managers and Central Office, escalating issues when necessary.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate administrative records, including registers, financial logs, and stock control.
• Prepare for Induction Training using relevant manuals and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.
• Assist Senior Sports Instructor Coordinate end-of-camp pack-up, ensuring the site is left clean, organised, and secure.
• Support swimming sessions when required.
• Carry out additional duties as required in line with camp needs and organisational objectives.

Requirements

Essentials

• Strong experience working in childcare, education, holiday camps, or similar settings.
• Confident leading a team and overseeing daily operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage safeguarding, behaviour and welfare concerns appropriately.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of Health & Safety and follow safe systems of work.

Desirables

• Experience supervising or developing staff.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience delivering or overseeing activity programmes.
• Safeguarding training or certificate.
• Experience managing Health & Safety procedures in a childcare or activity setting.

Employment in this role is subject to completing all pre-employment requirements, including being aged 18 or over by the start date, providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK, supplying satisfactory references, and holding or obtaining an Enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or the Update Service. Before starting work on camp, all Seniors are required to complete our mandatory training, which includes annual online training modules, an in-person Induction Training Day, and any additional role-specific briefings delivered by the Central Office

This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is available from the Ministry of Justice.