Group Leader

Ages: 19+

The Group Leader is at the centre of the campers experience with us. We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, fun and hardworking individuals with a genuine desire to give each and every camper an unforgettable experience. The primary focus of the Group Leader role is to manage and take care of a small group of campers, primarily outside of ski lesson times, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and enjoyment of your group during their time at Camp Suisse Ski.

Key Duties:

• Be personally responsible for the health, safety and welfare of a small group of campers (6 to 12 kids depending on age) throughout their stay at camp
• Liaise with ski instructors from the local ski school regarding the start and finish of lessons, meeting points and the overall performance of lessons
• Communicate in a professional manner with school teachers and group leaders regarding daily programs and the campers you are responsible for
• Eat meals with your group and help with the general meal times
• Organise and run the après ski and evening programs
• Offer feedback on the success and popularity of activities and the campers’ enjoyment of different events
• Assist with camper wake up
• Assist with change over days in the hotel, preparing for group arrival and group departures

Personal requirements / characteristics:

It is vital you have a genuine passion for working with children and young adults. The ability to build a good rapport with campers from a range of backgrounds and have the maturity to confidently liaise with teachers, adults and suppliers is extremely important.

As you will be personally accountable for the campers in your care, successful candidates will need to be mature and responsible with strong leadership skills.

This is a very demanding role, working 6 days a week and therefore it is helpful if you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy the unique team environment a seasonal job offers. Above all you should be a team player who is kind, caring, and great fun! You need to be flexible as there are additional duties involved in this role, such as cleaning and change over of hotels, commonly associated with seasonal roles. It is helpful if you have experience working with children, first aid training, and are keen on sports and the outdoors, in particular skiing and snowboarding.

Remuneration:

• Accommodation for the duration of your contract
• Three meals per day
• Ski pass (Swiss sector)
• Personal ski or snowboard equipment hire (if needed)
• Entrance / admissions / equipment relating to all activities in which you participate as part of your role
• Competitive salary
• Accident Insurance