Holiday Camp Activity Leader (Bilingual French/English) Douce France LondonLondon, UK
Holiday Camp Activity Leader (Bilingual French/English)
Locations:
Fulham, Notting Hill or South Kensington
Contract:
School Holidays (with opportunities for recurring seasonal work)
Hours:
Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 5:15pm
Dates:
Half Term | October 19th - 30th 2026
Half Term | February 8th - 19th 2027
Easter | March 29th - April 9th (including Bank Holidays) 2027
Summer | July 5th - July 30th (Fulham camp continues until August 6th) 2027
Let's create unforgettable holiday experiences for children!
As Douce France Holiday Camps continue to grow, we are looking for enthusiastic, caring and highly engaged Holiday Camp Activity Leaders to join our teams across our three London locations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for people who are passionate about working with children and who thrive in an energetic, creative and demanding environment where safety, professionalism and quality are expected at all times.
As an Activity Leader, you will play an essential role in creating a safe, positive and stimulating environment for children aged 3 to 11. Working alongside the Camp Manager, fellow Activity Leaders and external activity providers, you will help deliver a varied and engaging programmes.
About Us
Since 2022, Douce France has been delivering bilingual holiday camps for children aged 3 to 11.
Our educational approach combines immersive language learning with play-based experiences, enabling children to discover and strengthen their French while developing their creativity, confidence, imagination and physical skills. We also place great importance on helping children learn to live, play and grow together, encouraging collaboration across different age groups.
At Douce France, play is at the heart of everything we do. Through arts, creativity, imagination, movement and sport, we create engaging experiences that nurture children's natural curiosity and instinct to learn through fun.
About the Role
As a Holiday Camp Activity Leader, you will:
- Take responsibility for a group of children throughout the day.
- Put safeguarding at the heart of everything you do, following Douce France's safeguarding, health & safety and procedures at all times.
- Prepare and deliver engaging activities and support our activity providers when required.
- Create a safe, inclusive and positive environment where children aged 3 to 11 feel valued, supported and encouraged, adapting your approach to their individual ages, needs and abilities.
- Work collaboratively with the team and contribute proactively to the smooth running and quality of the camp.
- Bring an engaged, dynamic and positive attitude, showing initiative, flexibility, reliability and professionalism while thriving in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
About You
You will have:
- Fluency in English and good command of French.
- Previous experience managing groups of children, ideally within holiday camps, activity clubs, or other group settings.
- A good understanding of children's needs and age-appropriate activities.
- A strong understanding of the importance of safeguarding and children's welfare, and the ability to follow procedures carefully at all times.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and respect the camp's operational framework.
- The ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced environment with high standards.
- A positive, energetic and dynamic attitude, with the ability to motivate children and contribute to a great team atmosphere.
- Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one – we can support the application if required).
Why Join Us?
- Join a friendly and growing organisation with opportunities for recurring work during school holidays.
- Work within a vibrant French-English environment in the heart of London.
- Be part of a supportive, energetic and committed team.
- Work within an organisation that takes safeguarding, children's wellbeing and the quality of its programmes seriously.
- Make a real impact on children's holiday experiences.
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Holiday Camp Activity Leader (Bilingual French/English) employer: Douce France London
Douce France London is an exceptional employer that values creativity and the well-being of its students, making it a rewarding place for passionate educators. With a focus on personalised tutoring and a supportive work culture, tutors can thrive in their roles while enjoying flexible scheduling in the vibrant SW6 area. Join us to inspire young learners and contribute to their educational journey in a dynamic and engaging environment.
