Logistics Manager

The Office Manager is truly the heartbeat of Camp Cooper — the person who keeps the entire operation running smoothly behind the scenes and makes sure camp life flows like magic. This role is essential, dynamic, and incredibly rewarding. If Camp Cooper were a show, the Office Manager would be the one making sure the lights turn on, the props are in place, and everyone knows exactly where they need to be.

From charging campers’ phones, organising their daily snacks, managing staff schedules, running the camp store, and communicating with parents, the Office Manager touches every corner of camp life. You’re the person who quietly ensures that all the small but crucial details are in place so that campers and staff can focus on having an unforgettable summer.

Campers love the Office Manager — and they definitely know who you are! After all, you’re in charge of their phones, their snacks, and the beloved camp store… three things campers take very seriously. You’ll have daily interactions with them, helping them solve problems, find lost items, manage their belongings, and feel supported. You’ll also become someone the staff rely on — a calm, organised, friendly face who’s always helping keep camp on track.

This role is perfect for someone who loves being at the centre of everything: juggling tasks, solving problems, answering questions, keeping people organised, and bringing a positive attitude to every challenge. You’ll build strong relationships with campers and staff, and you’ll play a key part in creating the supportive, warm, and joyful atmosphere Camp Cooper is known for.

The Office Manager is a behind-the-scenes hero — the person who helps make the magic happen every single day. If you have great organisational skills, enjoy helping others, thrive in a busy environment, and love being part of a community, this role will give you an incredible sense of purpose and connection throughout the summer.

Who are we looking for? 

The Office Manager will work closely with the Camp Manager and Leadership team to ensure Camp runs smoothly. They will be responsible for the following (but not limited to):

• Overseeing the Camp store (clothing and snacks)
• Charging camper's phones
• Managing Camp's petty cash 
• Communicating with camper parents
• Organising staff schedules
• Ordering equipment

About You

Candidates must demonstrate the following skills and characteristics:

Essential:

• Ability to be a positive role model for young people
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment

Beneficial:

• Experience working in an office/administration environment
• Experience of working in a residential youth environment 
• Experience of working with young people from a range of nationalities

Pay, Accommodation & Dates

We've made some exciting changes to our staff packages and roles for summer 2026. Our aim is to have the very best staff team - full of energy, enthusiasm and positive role models and in return a great staff package to underline the value of your role and work.

Wages and Work Schedule

Staff are scheduled to work approximately 11 hrs per day and work schedules will be available a week in advance. Wages are paid via bank transfer and are usually paid in two instalments, one at the end of your first month (August 1) and the other shortly after the end of camp. Underneath are the gross wage amounts before taxes - National Insurance and PAYE deductions (deductions are based upon your current tax codes). The amounts below already include the government accommodation & food deduction allowance of £9.10 per day. Our 2026 Office Manager will be paid the following amount for a 7-week role (this includes an 8-night residential staff training period). 

• Office Manager £4400

Time Off

We know how important it is to recharge and take care of yourself.  We work hard to give staff as much time off as our programming will allow. Camp Cooper is run on two-week session schedules and staff get 2 full days off during each 2-week session. Staff also get a day off at the end of each 2-week session. We will try to accommodate as many time-off requests as possible and we always accommodate special time-off requests such as for weddings and graduations. 

Staff also get an assigned work schedule of approximately 10 hours per day. When you are not working, this is your own time to do as you please - to chill, exercise, make phone calls home or explore the local area, whether that be a beach walk at Edinburgh or exploring the vast woodlands in Crieff. 

We encourage staff to make the most out of their summer working by going on as many adventures as possible on their time off. We can point you in the right direction regarding places to explore or adventures to be had in the local area.

Dates

Summer Contract Dates (For Crieff and Edinburgh)

Start Date: Saturday June 27, 2026. Arrival time 10am

End Date: Saturday August 15, 2026. Departure time 4pm 

These dates include our mandatory staff training period

Unfortunately, we are unable to hire Head Counsellors staff who are unable to start on Saturday June 27, 2026 for staff training. 

Professional Development

From the interview process to staff training, all the way to end-of-session feedback, the skills you learn while working at Camp Cooper are invaluable. Staff not only learn how to work with children in a professional capacity, but also increase their communication, time management, organisation, and conflict resolution skills. 

We are also happy to write references and letters of recommendation upon request.

Good Food

We provide three meals a day, seven days a week for our staff, and we are able to accommodate most food allergies and vegetarian diets. Our food is home-cooked with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We pride ourselves on having healthy, nutritious, and delicious food for our campers and staff.

A Place to Live

Don’t worry about having to pay rent this summer! All staff are provided with a clean, comfortable room to sleep in while they are employed. Rooms, more often referred to as cabins are usually made up of 3 to 6 counsellors. We, unfortunately, cannot accommodate couples sharing accommodation or guarantee anyone having their own room.

Staff Training 

Our 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.

Staff training will be based in central Scotland, and the location details will be made available in due course. Staff from both Edinburgh and Crieff will come together for an epic training week

Staff training is fully residential, and by the end of the 5-day period, staff will have made firm friends with each other and will be confident in being an EPIC Camp Cooper Counsellor.

Apply Now For Summer 2026

(opens Dec 1, 2025)