At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fun sports and creative activities for kids aged 5 to 12 during school holidays.
- Company: Join Bede’s Trust, a vibrant community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71 per hour, enjoy free gym access, and receive retail discounts.
- Other info: Flexible casual contract with opportunities for growth and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while having fun and being creative.
- Qualifications: Experience with children preferred; First Aid certificate is a bonus.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Join our Holiday Club Team at Bede’s Trust! We are seeking dynamic, energetic Activity Leaders to bring our Holiday Club in Burgess Hill to life.
The Role
You will design and deliver a fun, varied, and safe sports and creative activities programme for children aged 5 to 12. You’ll play a key role in fostering a positive and inspiring atmosphere where every participant can try new things and thrive.
Schedule & Contract
This position is offered on a casual contract basis during the following school holidays:
- 1 week in February
- 3 weeks at Easter
- 1 week in May
- 9 weeks in Summer
- 2 weeks in October
- 1 week in December
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with children aged 5–12 is preferred. A valid First Aid certificate is an advantage, though not essential. This role is primarily based at Burgess Hill Girls School (RH15 0EG), with opportunities for occasional work at our Senior School in Upper Dicker and Prep School in Eastbourne.
Offering an hourly rate of £12.71 per hour plus holiday pay along with a range of staff benefits including:
- A generous company pension with salary exchange options
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Retail Discounts
- Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation
- Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service)
- Complimentary Lunch provided
- Free onsite parking at the Senior School and an idyllic working location by the sea!
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@bedes.org. Please note that we are unable to accept CV’s, applicants must add their full education and employment history to your application.
Application Closing Date: Friday 14th August 2026 at 8am.
Please note that shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview on Wednesday 19th August at our Senior School in Upper Dicker.
Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
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