Assistant Camp Leader (f/m/d) for English Summer Camps close to Salzburg

Job description

We are looking for a responsible and well-structured Assistant to support the Camp Leader in the organisation and daily operations of our overnight camp (approx. 60 children, 7 staff members). Each year, we successfully organise well-established summer camps in St. Gilgen, welcoming children from different backgrounds in a structured, international environment. This role combines leadership responsibility with active involvement in camp life. The Assistant acts as a bridge between the Camp Leader and the Counsellor team and plays a key role in ensuring structure, safety and smooth daily operations. Tasks Your Responsibilities Supporting the Camp Leader in organisational and administrative tasks Preparing daily programs and materials (printing schedules, activity sheets, class lists, room lists, etc.) Assisting with lesson coordination during teaching hours Helping ensure a structured and smooth daily flow Serving as a contact person for Counsellors Acting as second escalation level in child-related conflicts Supporting parent communication when required Stepping in operationally when the Camp Leader is temporarily unavailable Participating fully in activities and supervision as a Counsellor Requirements What We Expect Strong sense of responsibility and reliability Professional boundaries and understanding of safeguarding principles Ability to stay calm and solution-oriented in stressful situations Clear and respectful communication skills Willingness to work within a structured leadership framework Organisational strength and attention to detail Team-oriented mindset Emotional maturity and fairness This position requires situational awareness, discretion and the ability to balance authority with approachability. What This Role Is Not This is not a purely administrative role and not a title without responsibility. The Assistant is an active part of camp life while simultaneously carrying leadership duties. Benefits What We Offer A structured and well-organised camp environment Clear leadership and defined responsibilities A motivated team of counsellors The opportunity to gain real leadership experience in an international camp setting Application Please include: A short motivation letter Relevant experience working with children Any prior leadership or organisational experience