Become a play helper
Play helpers are the backbone of HOPS. You will be responsible for helping to ensure all the children have a fantastic and safe time during HOPS.
Applications for 2026 will open soon. Please check back later
​

Duties include but are not limited to...
-
Setting up and training on the Saturday morning before HOPS week
-
Registering children at the beginning of each day
-
Ensuring children are playing safely
-
Enforcing basic rules
-
Encouraging shy children and ensuring no-one is left out or unhappy
-
Helping children settle in, both generally and as part of our specific buddy team
-
Assisting with activities
-
Tidying and clearing up each day as necessary
-
Clearing away on the final day and collecting in lost property.
​
You will be part of a team and expected to think proactively, and pitch in with whatever needs to be done. HOPS is always fantastic fun and looks great on your CV and university applications.
​​
You MUST be available for the whole week, i.e:
-
Saturday morning (25th July) approx 9am - 12.30pm (set-up/training day)
-
Monday-Friday (27th - 31st July) 8.30am - 3.30pm
-
May be required to stay slightly later on Friday 31st July for clearing up, loading items for storage.
2026 pay rates 16-17 £300, 18-20 £400, 21+ £460.
Bonuses available for Play Helpers that are deemed by the committee to have gone 'above and beyond' to make HOPS a magical experience for the children.
​
