Football or Netball Lead and Sports Enrichment Officer

 Lodge Park is looking for a Football or Netball Lead and Sports Enrichment Officer.

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

• To write and implement a successful Football or Netball Development Plan for Lodge Park Academy in order to increase participation, develop talent and improve competitive performance.
• Increase participation in Football or Netball across all year groups and target groups of students.
• Deliver sessions throughout the week before, during and after school to enhance performance and increase participation.
• Develop Lodge Park Academy Football or Netball teams to enter local, regional and national team competitions.
• Work with the Head of PE to effectively plan a programme of opportunities across the year including squad selection, training, competition, house competition and promotion to maximise performance.
• Lead primary outreach to local primary schools within Football or Netball – Rockingham and Bringhurst Primary.
• Promote the Football or Netball programme, along with other sports enrichment, via Social media, press releases and regular update / reports to the Principal.
• Lead our Trust wide All Stars Football or Netball squad and attend fixtures, training and tours as required.
• Fixed term until August 2023- full time, 37 hours per week

SPECIAL FACTORS:

• Subject to the duration of the need, the special conditions given below apply :
•   The nature of the work may involve the post holder carrying out work outside of normal working hours.
•   The role will involve the post holder carrying out work across campus
•   The post holder may be required to attend, from time to time, training courses, conferences, seminars or other meetings as required by his/her own training needs and the needs of the service.
•  This post is subject to a check being carried out at an Enhanced level by the Criminal Records Bureau regarding any previous criminal record.

About our Academy

At Lodge Park Academy we believe that young people flourish in an unbeatable learning climate, where lessons are disruption-free and expectations are sky-high. We know that all young people can achieve their potential if they have access to expert teachers, an ambitious knowledge-rich curriculum and excellent pastoral care.

Based in Corby, Lodge Park Academy has access to a range of facilities including a full size 3G pitch, along with a track record in delivering un-rivalled sports enrichment in the local area, having been named sports school of the year three times.

Salary & Benefits

• SPOT Salary, £21,578 FTE per annum, £18,868 pro rata
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Football or Netball NGB qualification or significant experience within Football or Netball
• Contacts, passion and experience within Football or Netball and of the Football or Netball landscape which could be drawn on to benefit Lodge Park Academy
• Passion for sport and experience in coaching, development, organisation or delivery of sport
• Experience of working with young athletes
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver successful programmes, events and initiatives
• Positive role model, demonstrating self-motivation and mature interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a warm, respectful and valued rapport with young people.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) including presentations.
• Able to use your own initiative to drive participation and improve performance

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 in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school 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 click on 'apply here '

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.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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.

Benefits:

https://www.dret.co.uk/Join-Our-Team/