For many, the experience of working at camp can be life-changing and for all it offers enormous benefits - increased confidence, organisational and management skills, the ability to work successfully with people, and a positive attitude to life in general. Working at camp provides a great addition to a university or job personal statement and CVs.
Staff
Working at Camp Cooper is a life-changing experience!
It's a big commitment - it can be hard work, and there are some long hours - but with big commitment comes BIG reward, and the reward for our staff will be a summer of fun, laughter, challenges and incredible memories. You'll have tons of fun taking part in new activities and sharing your talents; you'll learn to turn any item of clothing into a costume and best of all, you'll realise the positive impact you can have on the lives of our incredible campers.
How to Apply & Assessment Process
Our assessments are a time to get to know you and see you interact with others. Our assessments are a relaxed affair; we make sure there is lots of fun, games and laughter.
Summer 2026 Applications Open on December 1, 2025
Camp Counsellor
The cabin counsellor is a role model, friend, leader and mentor for our campers. Each counsellor is responsible for a cabin group of 8 - 12 campers - living, eating, laughing, supporting and organising activities with their group.
Elective Activity Specialist Counsellor (Residential) - Crieff only
The Elective Activity Specialist Counsellor role is a residential role at Crieff. It is perfect for someone who is looking to work residentially and focus on delivery activities whilst having some responsibility for looking after cabin groups.
Activity Specialist Counsellor (Day Role, Non-Residential) - Edinburgh And Crieff
Our Activity Specialist Counsellors are non-residential / day roles. Activity Specialist Counsellors help run our elective activities and help look after the campers. They work between 24 - 26 days over the summer
Head Counsellor (Leadership Team Role)
We are looking for experienced Camp Counsellors who are looking for a new role at Summer Camp with more responsibility. The Head Counsellor role is a leadership role at Camp Cooper - you will also be assisting with all aspects of running Camp.
Leadership in Training Director - LIT Director (Leadership Team Role)
The LIT Director is responsible for overseeing the Leaders-In-Training (LIT) Programme, which is a leadership development programme for 15 - 17 year olds.
Camp Nurse
The nurse is responsible for the health care of the campers and staff at Camp including giving out medications,
dealing with ill or injured campers and dealing with medical emergencies.
Events Coordinator (Leaderships Team Role)
The Event Manager at Camp Cooper is responsible for the running of our All-Camp special events that happen each evening.
Office Manager
We are looking for an Office Manager who is super organised, loves logistics and wants to work behind the scenes to ensure Camp runs smoothly.
Assistant Camp Manager Role (Full time - Temporary, January - August, 2026)
Assistant Camp Manager Role
Job type: Temporary (with potential to become permanent)
Salary: £27,000 per year (pro-rata)
Start date: Flexible — between 12 January and 1 May 2026
End date: 15 August 2026
Application deadline: Rolling — applications are reviewed as they are received, and interviews are scheduled on an ongoing basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible
If you’re looking to work at a summer camp beyond just the summer, please read on!
Staff Training
Our 5-day intensive staff training week is a critical part of Camp Cooper. We set the tone for the summer and learn how to create a fun and positive atmosphere, how to run creative activities and how to ensure the campers are safe.
IT WAS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!" He loved the camp & wants to come back next year for longer
James (UK Camper)
