Triathlon Pathway Potential HUB Co-ordinator and Coach
| Posting date: | 22 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,364.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 31364 - 31364 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2024 |
| Location: | Grimsby , DN32 8JH |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MAY20242748 |
Summary
Havelock Academy is now recruiting a British Triathlon Pathway Potential HUB Co-ordinator and Coach to launch, manage and grow the new HUB in partnership with British Triathlon. This is your opportunity to join the Havelock Academy and DRET Sport Team to lead the development of this exciting new programme.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the role
This role will have responsibility for delivering and co-ordinating the British Triathlon Pathway Potential HUB at Havelock Academy. From planning the weekly coaching programmes, delivering the sessions, maintaining the training environment and promoting the programme, you’ll be at the forefront of this exciting next talent development programme.
The role will also work closely with the Head of Sports Enrichment and Sports Enrichment Organiser to deliver sessions, secure facilities, recruit new scholars annually and embed the programme at Havelock Academy.
Based in Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, Havelock Academy boasts a 25m indoor pool, indoor sports facilities and access to a range of cycling and running routes. The role will require travel across our network and beyond for outreach and competition.
This is a 12 months fixed term role working 18 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.
Salary & Benefits
NJC22 FTE £31,364 FTE per annum, £13,058.79 pro rata
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform
discounts on car leasing
holiday discounts
cinema tickets
restaurant booking discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Who we are looking for
Personal Skills and Attributes
Essential
Self-motivated with a demonstrable commitment to learning, self-development and personal development
A passion for coaching and developing the talents of young athletes within Triathlon
Understands the needs of others, and able to effectively build relationships with a range of people
Excellent communication skills – communicates effectively, clearly, and confidently in written, verbal, and electronic forms
Treats people with respect, protects confidential information, and adheres to all Trust policies and procedures
Works independently and under own initiative, proactively seeking out support and guidance when required
Commitment to creating a challenging, but supportive environment for the development of athletes
Willingness to travel for competitions, events and fixtures
Ability to communicate with pupils, parents, staff and other members of the Trust
Enthusiastic and energetic approach, with a can-do attitude.
Flexible approach to duties undertaken and working hours
Ability to plan, organise and deliver successful programmes, events and initiatives
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
NGB qualification, or experience of coaching young athletes within Triathlon
Level 2 Diploma, or willingness to complete, in order to prescribe individual training programmes
Understands the long term management and development of young athletes (including key transitions)
Positive role model, demonstrating self-motivation and mature interpersonal skills.
High personal and professional standards, including recognition of the confidentiality issues impacting upon work in a school (e.g. access to sensitive pupil medical or family information).
Awareness of safeguarding legislation and issues and full commitment to safeguarding practice.
Experience of working with young athletes
An understanding of ethical and safeguarding issues in sport including anti-doping, child protection and mental health & wellbeing
Knowledge of the technical requirements of swimming, cycling, and running performance
Knowledge of Strength and Conditioning and able to create and oversee appropriate programmes
Driving licence to travel around the network and for competition
Good working knowledge of the sport of Triathlon
Desirable
A level 2 coaching qualification in Triathlon or a single discipline sport
Additional NGB coaching qualifications
Experience of working in schools
Holder of a current First Aid qualification
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
Apply now
To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the role
This role will have responsibility for delivering and co-ordinating the British Triathlon Pathway Potential HUB at Havelock Academy. From planning the weekly coaching programmes, delivering the sessions, maintaining the training environment and promoting the programme, you’ll be at the forefront of this exciting next talent development programme.
The role will also work closely with the Head of Sports Enrichment and Sports Enrichment Organiser to deliver sessions, secure facilities, recruit new scholars annually and embed the programme at Havelock Academy.
Based in Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, Havelock Academy boasts a 25m indoor pool, indoor sports facilities and access to a range of cycling and running routes. The role will require travel across our network and beyond for outreach and competition.
This is a 12 months fixed term role working 18 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.
Salary & Benefits
NJC22 FTE £31,364 FTE per annum, £13,058.79 pro rata
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform
discounts on car leasing
holiday discounts
cinema tickets
restaurant booking discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Who we are looking for
Personal Skills and Attributes
Essential
Self-motivated with a demonstrable commitment to learning, self-development and personal development
A passion for coaching and developing the talents of young athletes within Triathlon
Understands the needs of others, and able to effectively build relationships with a range of people
Excellent communication skills – communicates effectively, clearly, and confidently in written, verbal, and electronic forms
Treats people with respect, protects confidential information, and adheres to all Trust policies and procedures
Works independently and under own initiative, proactively seeking out support and guidance when required
Commitment to creating a challenging, but supportive environment for the development of athletes
Willingness to travel for competitions, events and fixtures
Ability to communicate with pupils, parents, staff and other members of the Trust
Enthusiastic and energetic approach, with a can-do attitude.
Flexible approach to duties undertaken and working hours
Ability to plan, organise and deliver successful programmes, events and initiatives
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
NGB qualification, or experience of coaching young athletes within Triathlon
Level 2 Diploma, or willingness to complete, in order to prescribe individual training programmes
Understands the long term management and development of young athletes (including key transitions)
Positive role model, demonstrating self-motivation and mature interpersonal skills.
High personal and professional standards, including recognition of the confidentiality issues impacting upon work in a school (e.g. access to sensitive pupil medical or family information).
Awareness of safeguarding legislation and issues and full commitment to safeguarding practice.
Experience of working with young athletes
An understanding of ethical and safeguarding issues in sport including anti-doping, child protection and mental health & wellbeing
Knowledge of the technical requirements of swimming, cycling, and running performance
Knowledge of Strength and Conditioning and able to create and oversee appropriate programmes
Driving licence to travel around the network and for competition
Good working knowledge of the sport of Triathlon
Desirable
A level 2 coaching qualification in Triathlon or a single discipline sport
Additional NGB coaching qualifications
Experience of working in schools
Holder of a current First Aid qualification
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
Apply now
To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.