Head of Section for our Summer Leadership Camps

WHO WE ARE ?

Collège Champittet, a school of reference in the Lake Geneva region since 1903, offers excellent education to generations of Swiss and foreign students. Its unique spirit revolves around academic performance, multilingualism and values such as respect and trust. The school is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, the world's leading premium schools’ organisation with 89 schools in 32 countries. In this dynamic environment, both local and international, we invite you to join our team.

We are looking for a Head of Section for our Leadership Camps from June 19 to July 27, 2026. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and oversee daily and weekly schedules for all camp counsellors, ensuring each area of camp is always covered with the appropriate staffing
• Lead, supervise, and support a team of counsellors assigned to their section
• Ensure risk assessments, safety protocols, and risk mitigation are applied consistently
• Oversee daily operations within their section: schedules, equipment, transitions
• Conduct daily briefings and debriefings with their team
• Coach counsellors in leadership and group management techniques
• Monitor team performance, behaviour, and energy levels and act when needed
• Ensure all campers enjoy a high-quality, safe, and enriching experience
• Manage conflicts, emergencies, or behavioural issues with professionalism

YOUR PROFILE AND COMPETENCES

• Head of Junior section: 1–2 years’ experience leading small teams
• Head of Senior section: Several years’ experience; managing complex sections and higher-risk operations
• Experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record in supervising, mentoring, and supporting staff
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources effectively
• Ability to build trust within the team, approaching issues with empathy and fairness, understanding team dynamics, and resolving conflicts
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Quick thinking, problem-solving and decision-making abilities to resolve issues on the spot and ensure camp operations run smoothly
• Fluent English and proficient in another European language
• Clean criminal records