Holiday Club Assistant
Trigger Closing date: Tue, 07 Apr 2026
- Part time
- Under £10K
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
At our Holiday Club this Summer, children aged 5-10 years old will embark on an exhilarating two weeks of imagination and creativity through an unforgettable journey of arts, crafts, and outdoor adventures. We are seeking an Assistant to assist the delivery of our Holiday Club programme. You will have experience working with children and young people, supporting the delivery of
workshops, lessons or activities in a recreational or educational context. You will be a creative and
collaborative team-player, preferably with a background or interest in the arts, craft or a practical
nature-based expertise.
You will work closely with the Trigger Team and Holiday Club Manager to deliver a fun, engaging and creatively inspiring programme for children aged 5-11 years old. At our Holiday Club this Summer, the children will embark on an exhilarating two weeks of imagination and creativity through an unforgettable journey of arts, crafts, and outdoor adventures.
Responsible to: Holiday Club Manager
Working with: Trigger's Creative Director and Production Assistant
Location: The Skylark, Blagdon Baptist Church, Mead Lane, Blagdon ,Bristol ,BS40 7UA
Total fee: £1,430
£130 day rate x 11 days (1 day prep, 10 days delivery)
£16.25 per hour
For a full job description and role summary please follow the link to our website.
Job Requirements
Desirable knowledge & experience:
2+ years experience working with children & young people.
Experience facilitating workshops / activities for/with children & young people.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Enhanced DBS check dated within last 2 years and proof of participation in update service.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Enthusiasm, patience and a proactive, solutions-oriented attitude.
Access to and provision of transport to travel to North Somerset location for the days required.
The role is likely to involve:
Physical lifting.
Being on your feet for extended periods of time.
Spending time outdoors on uneven terrain + unknown weather conditions.
Performing first aid.
Providing some pastoral care which may involve helping children use bathroom.
Job Responsibilities
Assist in the setup and organisation of materials.
Ensure that all necessary supplies are ready and available.
Prepare designated areas for activities.
Clean and organise these areas at the end of each day.
Actively supervise and engage with up to 24 children aged 5-10.
Ensure required safety ratio of adults to children are adhered to and not exceeded.
Ensure children are participating safely and appropriately.
Proactively identify and report health and safety concerns. Maintain a safe environment.
Be vigilant and proactive in addressing any potential safety issues.
Review attendance lists and make self-familiar with those who have any access needs/allergies etc
Assist in managing children's behaviour to encourage positive interactions and resolve conflicts.
Implement strategies to maintain a harmonious group dynamic.
Help organise and lead various arts and nature activities, both indoors and outdoors.
For full list of responsibilities please see the job pack on
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Holiday Club Assistant
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Combined arts
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Tue, 07 Apr 2026
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Location:
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Job: Holiday Club Assistant
Job: Holiday Club Assistant
Organisation: Trigger
Postcode: BS40 7UA
How to Apply
To apply for the position, please provide the following information to [email protected] by Tuesday 7th April at 9am
• A comprehensive CV detailing your education and work experience (no more than 2 A4 pages)
• A covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role and how your experience matches the role summary (no more than 2 A4 pages)
• A completed equal opportunities form available available from our website
We also accept the above information in video or sound format.
Please note, any incomplete applications received will not be considered.
Successful applicants will be asked to provide 2 referees. All offers of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references. All applicants must be eligible to work within the UK.
Please submit your application by email with ‘Trigger Holiday Club Assistant Application’ in the subject line to [email protected].
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Trigger
Trigger are shapeshifting creatives.
We dream-up, create and produce bold and brave live events. We interrupt daily life, reimagine and revive public spaces, and put audiences and togetherness at the heart of everything we do.
Our work is accessible, inclusive and boundary pushing. It’s always memorable, often large-scale and outdoors. We create epic, imaginative spaces, fly giant dragons and grow magical pop-up gardens.