CAMP ACTIVITIY LEADER

CODE: CONCUK264/ONCUK265/ONCUK266

Host Partner: Camp Crusoe
Work type: Children, Sports, Education, Social
Dates & Duration: 19/07/26 - 22/08/26 | 2 - 5 weeks | Flexible start dates
Volunteer numbers : 8
Age: 18+
Location: Cambridge, UK

Host partner: Camp Crusoe is a traditional British Summer Camp experience, where campers feel connected, valued, challenged and supported. The host wants every camper to have a fun experience and is passionate about “making the most of every moment”. Camp Crusoe is a fun and adventurous camp and not a summer school. Camp Crusoe pride themselves on being a small camp that cares, there are no more than 80 campers per week stay; the host is passionate that community bonds are formed at camp and friendships that remain long after camp has finished.

The extensive programme of activities from water sports to drama, archery and photography, appeals to every type of child, offering the opportunity for each camper to grow in confidence, improve their decision-making skills and maybe discover a new lifelong hobby. They allow just the right amount of time for campers to hangout, make new friends and play together. Camp Crusoe is a small, independent camp run by a close-knit team of friends and family who are committed to enriching children’s lives. The core group have many years’ experience working with children both on summer camps and in the classroom and are supported by a highly trained and motivated team of camp activity leaders, many of whom have worked at camp before and are planning a career working with children.

Volunteer work: There is a range of dates available for this project from 2-5 weeks. Volunteers will be part of an amazing Camp Activity Team where they will help shadow and enjoy a role of leadership. Volunteers will help run games and activities with the young campers, making sure that they have a fun and memorable experience. Volunteers will also help to ensure that the camp is kept clean, tidy and safe by taking turns in cleaning the communal areas and making sure everything is running smoothly. Volunteers will also have training and support information prior to the start of the camp to prepare for the role.

Accommodation and food: An essential element of Summer Camp is the cabin experience. Campers sleep in a number of secure and modern cabins, separated into cabin glades by gender. Each cabin has 5 beds, with volunteer cabins integrated throughout each glade – staff will not be sharing with campers, but with other volunteers. There is outdoor block with toilets and hot showers, but also facilities in the main house. All meals are provided by kitchen staff, if you have any dietary requirements please let Concordia know in advance.

Location and leisure: As well as the purpose built main house and the cabin glades, there is a vast number of exciting activities on site such as the climbing wall, zip line, archery range, challenge zone and caving system, plus areas to chill out such as the yurt, log barns and hammock sanctuary. There are many bike trails and easy river access for swimming, canoeing and Kayaking. Camp Crusoe’s home for the summer is the absolutely fantastic Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre in East Anglia, Norfolk near historic Cambridge. It is set in private woodland with views of the rolling landscape, large fields and forest. Documents and Application: To apply a Volunteer Engagement Form (VEF) is required and letter of motivation. They require an online interview with you. If offered the placement you will need good conversational English, 2 two professional references from a recent school/ college or employer and a police check. ETA/VISA, volunteer agreement, passport, arrival and departure details, medical and dietary requirements, media consent or not.
Additional Information:
IMPORTANT: British Summertime can be cold at night – please ensure you bring enough warm clothes. Wet weather clothing and footwear is also strongly recommended, as the site can get muddy and it may rain. Volunteers need to have a good level of physical fitness and be confident walking on uneven ground outside.
Travel information: Camp Crusoe staff will pick up from Thetford Train Station.
Nearest Airport: The nearest airport to Thetford is Norwich Airport, other nearby airports include London Stansted, London Luton, London Heathrow and London Gatwick approximately 96 miles away.