Overview:

• Your role will be to support the smooth running of the Maths Camps and help students feel welcome, safe and inspired throughout their camp experience.

We will run two camps from Monday 18th to Friday 22nd August as follows:

• Camp 1 – Monday 18th to Wednesday 20th August | Year 9 attending Lift, Ark and our partner schools.  All pupils have been nominated by a teacher at their school.
• Camp 2 – Wednesday 20th to Friday 22nd August | Year 7 & 8  pupils who participate in Axiom Maths Circles and have been nominated by their teachers.

Remuneration:

£525 (total).  Further details are included below. 

Please Note:

• This role is designed for CH alumni who are 18+
• All applicants will be invited to attend a short virtual interview
• Successful candidates must have a valid Enhanced DBS; Future Foundations can arrange this at no cost if needed
• You must provide references as part of the onboarding process (this may be CH staff for example, if you do not have employer references)
• A pre-camp briefing will be arranged and may take place online or in person at Christ’s Hospital – this will be confirmed with successful applicants

Application Steps & Timeline:

• Deadline to apply: 1st July 2025 (23:59)
  • Please note that we will be reviewing applications as we receive them.
• Virtual interviews for the shortlist of candidates will follow the deadline

Introduction to our Maths Camps

We are delighted to be offering two fully-funded Maths Camps this summer hosted by Christ’s Hospital. The camps are for students in years 7, 8 and year 9 students. They are targeted at students who have been nominated for being the top mathematicians in their year group, who have a strong enthusiasm and strong aptitude for mathematics.  

Our team, including individuals from Purposeful Ventures, Axiom Maths, Future Foundations and each of the host venues, is working hard preparing for the camps.

Overview of Role:

We are looking to recruit recent Christ’s Hospital alumni (aged 18+) to join the Maths Camp team this summer as Operations Assistants and School Ambassadors.

As an alumni team member, you will support the smooth running of the camp and act as a welcoming, positive role model for visiting students from across the country. You will also represent Christ’s Hospital, offering insights into the school’s ethos and helping ensure all participants feel comfortable in their surroundings and can navigate the site confidently.

You will help with a wide range of operational and student-facing tasks, including:

• Setting up the site before camp begins, including preparing session spaces and activity areas

• Supporting maths games and enrichment sessions

• Welcoming students (e.g. meeting them at the station or guiding them from registration to the residential area or activity zones)

• Escorting groups, helping during meal times, and ensuring smooth transitions between sessions

Depending on your strengths and interests, you may also:

• Support with AV or tech

• Help within maths sessions if you’re a keen mathematician

• Focus on event logistics if you’re interested in learning more about event and programme management

Please let us know in your application why you are attracted to this role and how you think you will be able to contribute to the team.

Plus: If you’re excited by mathematics and want to be a role model to younger students, this is a chance to get involved in a unique and inspiring programme. You will hear from guest speakers, work alongside a dynamic team, and develop skills in leadership, communication, confidence and professionalism, all of which are valued in higher education and the future world of work.

Important Note – Non-Residential Role

This is a non-residential position. You’ll need to travel to and from Christ’s Hospital each day. We are prioritising applications from alumni who are local or have accommodation options nearby.

If daily travel may be difficult, please let us know in your application. While priority for boarding house spaces will go to participants and residential staff, we may be able to offer limited accommodation to selected alumni.

Pre-Camp Preparation:

You will also need to review the Maths Camps Policies and Procedures, plus complete a safeguarding and health & safety survey.

There will be a pre-camp briefing which will take place either online or at Christ’s Hospital.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking CH alumni (aged 18+) who are:

• Friendly, responsible and enthusiastic about being part of a team

• Confident supporting younger students and helping them settle in

• Proud to represent CH and happy to share their experience of the school

• Organised, proactive and willing to assist with a wide range of practical tasks

You do not need to be a mathematician to apply, but if you are passionate about maths, we would love to involve you more in the learning experience.

FAQs

• Do I need to be a qualified teacher or have experience working with young people?

No. This role is ideal for recent school leavers who are confident, approachable and happy supporting a youth programme. We will provide training to help you feel prepared and you will be oversee and supported in your role by the Maths Camp Operations Director.

• Do I need to be available for the full duration of the camp?

Yes. We ask that Ambassadors are available each day of the camp they are assigned to.  Camps at CH run from Monday 18 to Friday 22 August, with a morning start and late afternoon finish each day. You’ll be asked for your availability during the application process.

• When will I need to be on site each day?

We expect you to be on site by 8:30am and stay until approximately 6:00pm (with an earlier finish on Friday 22nd).  There will be scheduled breaks during the day. Full timings and rotas will be confirmed ahead of camp.

• Will meals be provided?

Yes. You’ll have lunch provided on-site each day in the dining hall and dinner if you would like to stay and dine before departing site.

• Do I need to organise my own travel and accommodation?

Yes. This is a non-residential role, so we’re prioritising alumni who live locally or have somewhere to stay nearby. If this would be difficult for you, please let us know in your application or email us ahead ahead of your application to discuss: maths.camps@future-foundations.co.uk.  We may be able to offer limited accommodation to selected alumni.

• What kinds of tasks will I be doing?

You will help with things like:

• Meeting and greeting students

• Escorting groups to sessions and meals

• Supporting with set up of maths games and enrichment activities

• Helping to set up spaces or assist with logistics

• Sharing your experience of CH to help students feel welcome

You may also take on additional tasks based on your strengths and interests, for example, supporting AV/tech setup, helping with admin or working more closely with students if you have a passion for maths.

Is this a paid role?

Yes. You’ll be paid for your time, further details are outlined below in Remuneration.

Remuneration 

£525 total

• 42 hours at £12.50 per hour
  • Pre-camp briefing – 2.5 hours
  • Monday to Thursday – 8:45 t0 5 = 8 hours 15 minutes per day (includes paid lunch and breaks)
  • Friday – 9 to 4 = 7 hours (includes paid lunch and breaks)

Travel 

Whilst we are prioritising applications from local Christ’s Hospital alumni, if you would like to request support with travel to and from the venue, please contact our team to discuss this in advance, or specify if you need accommodation in your application.  For successful candidates, we may be able to reimburse pre-agreed travel expenses, in line with Future Foundations’ travel policy. All expenses must be submitted via our Online Expense Claim system, with valid receipts attached.

Meals

• Lunch will be provided as part of the delivery of the event.
• You will be asked to submit any dietary needs in advance.

Other Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• All roles at Future Foundations are subject to Safer Recruitment checks in line with KCSIE due to our role working with children and vulnerable people. Checks include but are not limited to: Enhanced DBS Check with Barred List checks, 2 References (due to this role being designed for school leavers, this can be a Christ’s Hospital School member of staff, for example, and does not have to be employer references if you do not have prior work experience), Online Searches and Interviews – for further information, please read our Safeguarding Statement and Policies