PE, Sport and Well-being Apprentice

Sport is at the heart of the David Ross Education Trust (DRET), a multi-academy Trust with a geographical focus across the East Midlands, East Yorkshire and London. The network is a mix of primary, secondary and special academies.  

As a PE, Sport and Well-being apprentice you will support DRET Primary academies to maximise the potential of sport. You will work alongside teachers and coaches to support and lead PE lessons, lunch and playtime activities, fixtures, competitions, clubs and events to raise the profile of PE and school sport within your chosen academy.

Candidates must have a passion for sport, coaching and working with children and understand the importance of exceptional sports delivery in schools.  Individuals will need to be energetic and inspiring - aspiring towards careers as PE Teachers/Coaches.

Starting on 23rd August 2021, the successful candidate will be expected to remain on the programme for a minimum of 13 months.

4 days per week with your employer (school)

One day a week of high-quality tuition and practical training with Inspire+ at a local training venue

Minimum of £4.30 per hour

Term time only

Key responsibilities – supporting and leading PE lessons, lunch and playtime activities, clubs and events schools

Excellent training opportunities and additional sports qualifications

Mentor support in your school and support from an Inspire+ tutor throughout the year

Key areas of work

Support the teaching of PE and sport lessons in school along with support classroom activities.

Support your academy in preparing for and attending school sport competitions.

Produce risk assessments for your academy in preparation for them attending sports events.

Support house competitions, sports days and other events where possible.

Help to identify and support talented individuals.

Support DRET wide events and initiatives including the Horizon Programme, Primary Cups, Cross Country Cup and Summer Cup, amongst others.

Be a champion for DRET Sport and Sport & Wellbeing in general - promote and market sporting opportunities to schools and parents / students through traditional and social media channels.

Help ensure the sporting achievements of the academy and its students are well publicised.

Assist with the running of before and/or after school clubs.

Pastoral support for small groups or individuals.

Gifted and talented and low self-esteem mentoring.

1-1 support for pupils with SEN or disabilities.

Organising and running inter and intra sports events.

Other duties:

Support the Sports Enrichment Officers in the secondary academies to deliver Sport Star events throughout the year.

Develop the relationship between the DRET secondary and primary academies, including hosting events, sharing staff, facilities, young leaders and more.

Support DRET in raising funds for the Inspiration fund.

Co-ordinate the opportunities offered to all DRET academies through the Trust.   

Desirable qualifications

GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English & maths. For the right candidate, there may be opportunity to complete either maths OR English Functional Skills alongside the programme

GCSE/BTEC in Sport

NGB coaching qualification

Essential

• Sporting background   

• Enthusiastic and energetic approach, with a can-do attitude. 

• Flexible approach to duties undertaken.

• Ability to develop and maintain a warm, respectful and valued rapport with young people, staff and local partners.  

Desirable

• Child protection and first aid training in sport, or willingness to undertake training.

• Experience of coaching in schools, clubs or similar.

• Full clean driving licence.

This is not for the feint-hearted! You’ll be joining a fast-paced education team who will be super excited to have you on board.

For further information, please apply or email us at recruitment@inspireplus.org.uk or agreen1@dret.co.uk

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To complete our on-line application form, please click here.  P lease note we do not accept CVs without a completed application form. 

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 and the receipt of satisfactory references.

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.