Level 3 Event Assistant Apprentice - Essex Cricket

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Through the Chance to Shine programme, they will support the development and delivery of cricket activity across Primary and Secondary sectors: 

Create school environments where children can play cricket  Gives schools the confidence to deliver cricket independently of external support  Helps children to develop better leadership skills

This will be done through: 

Supporting the Setting up a schools programme through Chance to Shine (CtS), for schools in Essex across both Primary and Secondary Sectors

Support deliver (as and when required) a schools coaching program that will include coaching, teacher training, Intra-School competition and delivering the 'MCC Spirit of Cricket' message 

Support the Monitoring, data input and reporting of Chance to Shine (CtS) projects Support Develop and sustain partnerships with School Sports Partnerships and School Games Organisers  Support the successful running of Inter-School competition, including Table Cricket, Dynamos Schools, Chance to Compete competitions  Support Develop relationships between identified schools and local cricket clubs, encouraging pupils to migrate into a club environment 

To deliver other cricket activity that: 

Encourages new people to play cricket (ECB National Programmes All Stars & Dynamos) Keeps current players in the game  Encourages current players to play cricket more often

 This will be done through: 

Working with Youth Engagement Officers and Community Coaches (as and when required) to support cricket activity in non-traditional establishments (Chance to Shine Street / National Programme Centres) Supporting activity which increases participation in cricket for people with a disability

Support the delivery of developed programmes against the following service and improvement areas: 

Schools School Competitions (Table Cricket, Dynamos & Chance to Compete)  Community- Chance to Shine Street Festivals / Mini Match Play Ensure that programmes and activities are delivered to an agreed timescale when required 

Training:

Event Assistant Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard:

Depending on area, you will be assigned a tutor and training will be blended - involving both virtual and face-to-face Training will be weekly and, Off the job training hours will be logged You will be working with an E-portfolio (BUD System) and alongside your tutor you will be assigned a mentor from within your workplace Following a successful Gateway meeting you will move forwards for an End Point Assessment - Upon successful completion of the EPA you will achieve a Level 3 Event Assistant Apprenticeship qualification Functional Skills in maths and English, if required Your tutor will visit for observations in the workplace

Training Outcome:
Level 4 Sports coach in a community setting  Higher education pathway Pathway into teaching

Working in a sector that involves, initiative, leadership, communication, developing positive relationships.

Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Employer Description:
Essex Cricket in the Community aims to give everybody the opportunity to ‘Fly Like an Eagle’. To do this, we aim use the diverse passion and formats of the game to connect, grow, celebrate and inspire all individuals and communities within our City, County and Region. Our Mission is the TO BE THE NUMBER 1 CRICKET REGION, built on a platform off On Field Success, Off Field Growth & Home-Grown Inspiration Our FOCUS FOR SUCCESS is to EXICTE – Every individual to be excited by Cricket ENGAGE – To engage all partners, stakeholders to the opportunities around Cricket ENHANCE – To support the development and improvement of Cricket in the East Region At Essex Cricket in the Community, we understand that we serve a key role in supporting the entire game. This role is designed to play a pivotal role in providing support to our vibrant community team deliver on our mission.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday. Term time only. Times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Experience of Cricket Coaching,Flexibility,Full Driving License,Access to a car