Graduate Teaching Assistant and Sports Coach

Sport

Main Duties

·        Assisting with the teaching of a variety of sports during Games lessons, with the possibility to lead the hockey programme for boys and girls in the school. 

·        Attending and supporting school fixtures - refereeing and umpiring teams as directed by the Director of Sport.

·        Writing match reports and providing material for the school’s weekly Vinelines publication and yearly magazine.

·        Act as a role model and set high expectations of conduct to ensure that good behaviour is maintained.

·        Assisting with and leading co-curricular activities.

·        Providing administrative support for the department as and when necessary.

·        Participating in the duty rota for supervising pupils at break, lunch and other times, as required.  

·        Accompanying pupils and staff on occasional educational visits.

·        Carrying out any other reasonable requests from the Director of Sport.

Person Specification

·        Experience of playing or coaching Hockey at a high level is desirable;

·        First Aid qualification or a willingness to train;

·        Good ICT skills;

·        Excellent communication skills, with ability to establish rapport with pupils, parents and colleagues;

·        A flexible and enthusiastic approach to work;

·        A willingness to engage in the whole life of the school;

·        A passionate and accomplished sportsperson;

·        Interest in, and experience of, sports coaching.  

Desirable

·        Experience of working with children aged 3-13;

·        Additional experience in coaching football, netball, athletics, cricket, rugby, tennis and swimming;

·        Relevant sports coaching qualifications. 

Teaching Assistant

Main Tasks

·        Work closely with the Class Teacher in implementing planned activities.

·        Interacting with and supporting children to foster enthusiasm for learning.

·        Have good interpersonal skills, working well with colleagues, supporting others and fostering a team atmosphere.

·        Attend in-service training.

• Ensure the health and safety of children is maintained during all activities, both inside and outside the School.

8.00am-4.40pm, term-time only.

Accommodation may be available on site if required.