Level 4 Sports Coach

Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice.

The successful candidate will hold a dual site role, providing high quality educational support across both Brockmoor Primary and Brierley Hill Primary schools within the Black Country Federation.

As part of the Black Country Federation, we are a dedicated network of maintained schools united by a shared commitment to our ASPIRE framework. By fostering an environment of Aspiration, Success, Perseverance, Independence, Respect, and Excellence, we work collectively to provide life changing opportunities for our students. Explore our vision and our schools at Black Country Federation - Home.

Are you passionate about sport and physical activity? Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive, and hard working team? If so, our apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!

The Role

The Sports Coach apprentice plays an important role in improving the health and wellbeing of children, families, and communities by delivering fun, inclusive, and engaging activities. They will use extensive technical and tactical sports knowledge to design and deliver coaching programmes that engage, motivate, and evolve participants' skills.

During this programme, apprentices will engage in training to enhance their coaching skills, equipping them to work in various environments with a range of stakeholders. Additionally, there is a unique opportunity to develop classroom practice and teaching skills to deliver whole class PE lessons.

This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible, creative, and committed individual to join our happy, vibrant, and skilful team.

Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard

• Sector specific CPD, such as;
• Sports coaching - practical skills
• Supporting the PE curriculum
• Behaviour Management
• Practical PE Curriculum
• Gymnastics
• Dance
• Safeguarding / Prevent
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Lettings and Facilities Management training
• Black Country Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our brand new school videos capture exactly what makes our schools unique. The focus in lessons. The ambition in classrooms. The pride our children take in their work and in their school, see these here:

Brockmoor:

Brierley Hill Primary:

Safeguarding & Requirements

Black Country Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post holder will be subject to Dudley MBC 'Safer Recruitment Practices.' The offer of the post is subject to obtaining satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance, self disclosure (as determined by the Department for Education), references, and a health check.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an online check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

References

Where possible, references must cover the complete three year period prior to application. In compliance with Dudley MBC policy, applicants must use their current or most recent employer as a primary reference, with a second reference from a previous employer or college. Character references and testimonials are not acceptable. Failure to provide suitable references may result in an application being withdrawn.

NB: We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date should a large number of applications be received.

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Attached documents

• Apprenticeship Advert L4 Sport Coach- School employed.docx
• L4 Sport Coach JD & PS.docx