Head of Outdoor Camp
Boomerang Club Gstaad is seeking an experienced, highly organised and hands-on Head of Camp to lead the day-to-day operations of our outdoor summer camp in Gstaad.
This is a senior leadership role for someone who genuinely loves working with children, has strong experience in outdoor camp or outdoor education settings, and is confident managing both people and operations. The right candidate will be calm under pressure, flexible, practical, and excited by the opportunity to live and work in the mountains.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced camp environment and is comfortable balancing team leadership, scheduling, administration, parent communication, problem-solving and on-the-ground support across the full camp operation.
Tasks
Key responsibilities- Oversee the daily running of the camp and ensure smooth operations across all programme areas
- Lead, support and manage the camp team throughout the season
- Create and manage staff schedules, daily logistics and operational planning
- Support administration, organisation and office-based camp coordination
- Help maintain a high-quality, safe and positive environment for children and staff
- Respond quickly and calmly to changing circumstances and unexpected challenges
- Work across the full camp operation, from practical on-site support to management and planning
- Support a flexible camp culture where teamwork, adaptability and initiative are essential
Requirements
Required qualifications and experience- Fluent English
- Teaching qualification or teaching certification
- Valid first aid qualification
- Confident driver with a full driving licence
- Previous experience in outdoor camps, outdoor education, children’s activity programmes or similar settings
- Previous experience managing or supervising teams
- Strong scheduling, organisational and administrative skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once in a busy, fast-moving environment
- Willingness to live and work in Gstaad, Switzerland, for the contract period
- A genuine interest in working with children and contributing across all areas of camp
- French language skills
- Experience in mountain, alpine or adventure-based environments
- Experience with rota planning, camp logistics or multi-age programme coordination
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone reliable, energetic and solution-focused, with the maturity to lead a team and the flexibility to adapt to the changing pace of camp life. You should be equally comfortable handling office work, staff coordination and practical day-to-day support on the ground.
This is not a desk-only role. It requires someone who is happy to be fully involved in camp life, willing to step in where needed, and excited to be part of a dynamic and growing company with future opportunities.