Thinking about summer jobs with kids in the UK? Whether you’re a sports coach, a nurse, or someone who loves working with young people, XUK Camps has a range of roles to suit you.
What makes working at a summer camp in the UK special?
Working at a summer camp UK brings together meaningful work, energetic teamwork and practical experience you can’t get in many seasonal roles. From leading a session at a Sports Summer camp to supporting children’s welfare as a nurse to managing groups of people, these roles are ideal for people who want hands-on, active and rewarding work during the summer months.
Roles available at XUK Camps
We recruit for a wide variety of summer jobs UK roles — from residential positions to day camp roles in London. A snapshot of typical roles:- Activity leaders and sports coaches (ideal for those applying to a Sports Summer camp).
- Creative specialists: drama, art & crafts, music and dance.
- Health & welfare staff: nurses, first-aiders and pastoral leads (suitable for those seeking a nurses summer job or part time work for nurses).
- Senior team and pastoral roles, including house leaders and managers.
Why nurses and health professionals choose camp work
Health professionals often find summer camp roles particularly fulfilling. A nurses summer job at camp combines specific responsibility with pastoral care: medication administration, routine first aid, safeguarding oversight and wellbeing checks. It’s a role that blends practical nursing skills with community care and relationship building. If you are seeking part time work for nurses residential health roles include on-site accommodation and an immersive team environment. You can get involved in the day to day of camp life as much as you want! For official guidance on DBS checks and working with children, see the Disclosure and Barring Service. Gov.uk – DBS.Residential vs day camp — which suits you?
Residential summer jobs: You live on site, you share evenings with campers and staff, and you’ll be part of a 24/7 team. These roles are intense but hugely rewarding — great for people looking to build leadership, pastoral care and activity delivery experience. Day camp roles (including London day camps): You work during the day and return home in the evenings. Day roles are ideal for local candidates, teachers, or anyone wanting a regular daytime schedule while still working with children. You may also want your own space which you get over evenings and weekends! Decide which model suits you and view the relevant roles: Residential | London Day Camps.What XUK looks for in applicants
We seek staff who are reliable, enthusiastic and child-focused. Useful attributes and qualifications include:- Relevant certificates (first aid, coaching awards, safeguarding training).
- Experience with children — in schools, clubs, coaching or previous camps.
- Good communication, flexibility and a positive team attitude.
- For health roles: current registration (where applicable) and experience with medication.
How to make your application stand out
- Be really clear to highlight childcare, coaching or clinical experience.
- Provide clear examples of working with young people and handling challenging situations.
- Be honest, self aware and answer questions properly!!
- Only tell us about qualifications for which you have supporting certificates
- You will have to have 3 referees. These are not expected at application but would be required later...
- Show you are flexible and adaptable — XUK value staff who are happy to be there and happy to do whatever it takes to help each camper enjoy their time!.
