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Spend a summer as a kids activity leader at a beach resort

Are you ready to be a leader, a team player, and the ultimate creator of holiday magic? If so, welcome to the adventure of a lifetime at our Children’s Club Team!

Salary
€760 - €800
Location
Croatia, Greece and Italy
Accommodation
Available
Category
Hotel and Entertainment
Language
English
Season
Spring and Summer
Availability
Min. 3 months

Job description

Our kids’ club team is the heartbeat of our beach resorts. It’s loud, energetic, and bursting with unique personalities, making every day an exciting mix of fun and challenge. With boundless energy and a “Go-Go-Go!” attitude, we create unforgettable memories for our youngest guests.

Dive In and Make a Splash!
If you’re confident in the water, love to get creative, and can handle a whirlwind of glitter, paint, chocolate (or all three!), then you’re exactly who we’re looking for. From pool games to seaside adventures, every day is filled with laughter and excitement.

Organised & Unstoppable!
Our children’s clubs are the secret ingredient to making holidays extraordinary. You’ll keep the fun flowing while ensuring everything runs like clockwork, so the kids – and their parents – can enjoy their dream vacation.

Early Years Heroes
For our littlest guests, you’ll be a superhero, providing activities and care that let parents unwind and relax. Whether it’s baby playtime or energetic games with older kids, you’ll bring enthusiasm, patience, and creativity to every moment.

Why Join Us?
  • Incredible Locations: Spend your summer in one of our stunning beach resorts.
  • A Lifestyle, Not Just a Job: Work hard, play hard, and soak up the sun with a passionate team of like-minded people.
  • Be a Superhero: Make a real difference in the lives of our young guests and their families.

We’re looking for friendly, approachable, and energetic individuals who love working with kids and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you can build rapport, exude confidence, and deliver exceptional service, you’ll fit right in!

The Perks:
  • A rewarding experience in a vibrant, team-oriented atmosphere.
  • Plenty of time to enjoy the activities you love in a beautiful beach setting.

All Neilson Active staff undergo DBS checks, ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone. Ready to make this summer unforgettable? Join us and create memories that will last a lifetime – for you and our guests!

What you bring

  • NVQ Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare, or BA Hons Early Childhood Education to be successful.
  • A big personality + loads of stamina, energy and a huge sense of fun.
  • A passion for an active lifestyle and the desire to inspire the children to get stuck into our activity programme.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Flexible to work all the required hours with your team to get the job done well.
  • Ability to deliver fun, engaging, safe sessions.
  • The ability to confidently hold a conversation in English.
  • The ability to work well, independently, as part of a team, and to maintain effective working relationships.

What you do

  • Create and deliver a brilliant daytime/evening activity programme for children aged from 4 months to 17 years old.
  • Ensure all activities are fun, engaging, and age-appropriate for each of the individual children's clubs.
  • To make the best use of the environment and equipment available.
  • Keep the crèche, clubrooms, equipment, and toys clean, well-maintained, and sterilised where applicable.
  • Create a child-friendly environment, ensuring the highest health and safety standard is adhered to.
  • To fully advise children on the practical/safe use of all equipment.
  • Speak with parents/carers daily, and always encourage an open line of communication covering each child's individual requirements/routines.
  • Organise appropriate snacks and meals for the children.
  • Take personal responsibility for the security of Neilson equipment and the appearance of our Neilson Kids clubs.
  • Ensure supplies are always well monitored and stocked. 
  • Inform the line manager promptly when orders are required.
  • Take personal responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and security of all Neilson equipment.
  • Work closely with your team to set up and pack down the daily Children's Club programme.
  • Assist the resort set up and close down at the start and end of the season.
  • Ensure that the appearance of the Children's Club areas always meets guest expectations.
  • To organise/host social events and briefings. 
  • Be prepared to move between resorts according to the business's operational needs.
  • Willing to help out and cover in other departments as required but the business.
  • Airport transfers: As the first point of guest contact, you'll be confident and consistently deliver excellent, personable, informative, and efficient airport transfers to and from the resort.

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What you get

  • Staff accommodation provided on a shared basis - No bills to stress about
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner while on duty
  • Travel to and from the resort, within Europe (subject to our staff travel policy)
  • Visa & permits if applicable (UK Passport holders)
  • Full training, including E-learning packages
  • Opportunities for progression via our jump up/Jump higher programmes
  • Uniform specific to your job role
  • One day off per week + accrued holidays
  • Mate's rates & family holiday discounts
  • Emergency medical & dental insurance (UK residents) *
  • Opportunities to obtain additional qualifications via the Neilson Academy
  • Feel free to use the resort equipment in your spare time
  • 24/7 access to CCP – Independent mental health support service

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