School Sport Coach and Enrichment Officer

Lodge Park is looking for a School Sport Coach and 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

Increase participation in a range of sports 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 sports 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

Lead primary outreach to local primary schools – Rockingham and Bringhurst Primary.

Promote the enrichment programme along with other sports enrichment, via Social media, press releases and regular update / reports to the Principal.

In collaboration with Head of PE and any relevant specialist coaches, develop an individual Academy action plan to deliver the Trust’s Sports Enrichment Strategy and academy ambitions.

Support the Head of PE in delivering the school’s action plan - increasing sports participation and sporting competitiveness at the academy.

To support the delivery of enrichment clubs and fixtures provided by the PE department.

Collate and report attendance at enrichment opportunities across the school that will contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the Sports Enrichment Programme.

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.

Fixed term until August 2024, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

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

NJC 10 £23,620 FTE per annum, £20,747.30 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

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

A range of sports NGB qualification or significant experience within a range of sports

Contacts, passion and experience within a variety of sports 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 (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 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 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.

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.