Are you passionate about sport and physical activity and specifically have a love for swimming? Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact on their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive and hard-working team? If so, our Community Activator Coach apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!
Key duties include:
Working directly with members of the public to plan and deliver a range of projects and activities within our leisure centre(s) with the aim of increasing the participation of a variety of groups in sport and physical activity, with a specific focus on swimming and aquatics.
These could involve:
Extra-curricular swimming lessons for children, primarily in key station 1 and 2
Supporting our swimming curriculum for schools
Adult swimming lessons
Swimming galas and festivals
Pool inflatable fun sessions
Water polo
Aquatots parents and toddlers
Providing additional support in the pool to children with SEND needs to ensure inclusivity of the program
To support on organising community and competitive events.
Working collaboratively with a wide range of partner organisations.
Supporting the delivery and coordination of our holiday activity and HAF schemes for children.
Providing swimming duty cover where required.
Begin developing skills in supervisory duties within the swim school, working closely with the pool supervisors to help manage progression and positively impact retention levels.
Use of technology to engage pupils with physical activity and sports especially swimming
Contribute to the overall ethos and working values of the Foundation.
Contribute to raising standards by demonstrating and promoting high expectations.
Supervise and support members of the public, ensuring their safety by complying with good H&S practice.
To undertake all training and courses associated with the apprenticeship programme
Training:Our apprentices will receive weekly off the job training hours in order to engage with masterclasses, skills festival days, assignments and tasks related to the apprenticeship, online CPD courses and development sessions with their allocated skills coach.
Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Standard with Swimming Specialism
Sector specific CPD, such as;
STA Level 2 Swim Teacher qualification
Lifeguard qualification (NPQL)
Pool maintenance and water testing CPD
Supporting the PE curriculum (swimming focussed)
Behaviour Management
Safeguarding / Prevent
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Digital skills
Functional skills in Maths and English (where required)
Training Outcome:We will support you in your personal development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following:
Careers within the Sport Coaching/education sector
Potential further employment with the organisation
Opportunity for further education
Opportunity to progress to become a swim teacher
Opportunity to become a pool supervisor
Opportunity to diversify into wider sports coaching roles and potentially progress onto the Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship
Employer Description:Turtle Tots Staffordshire is run by Sam Taker. She offers our award-winning swimming lessons for babies, toddlers, 3 and 4 year olds from their lovely warm pool facilities in Stoke-on-trent, Brewood, Telford, and Stafford.
For babies and toddlers up to the age of 5, our supportive and inspiring child-led swimming programme offers a wonderful bonding experience, packed with songs and games to ensure that you and your little one enjoy your time in the pool together and develop a life-long love of the water. As they progress, our independent lessons focus on developing their confidence and technique. Our programme is taught by our fully qualified and highly skilled teachers who are trained to the highest possible standards and are attuned to your child’s needs to ensure that every skill is taught at a pace that is right for them.Working Hours :20 hours per week, flexible to include some evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness,Interest - Swimming & Teaching,Working with Children,Positive Role Model....Read more...
To take every opportunity to develop pupils’ language, reading, numeracy and related skills as directed by class teachers.
To assist in monitoring and recording the progress of individual pupils in accordance with school procedures, and reporting to class teachers.
To give verbal and written feedback to pupils on their attainment in order to promote further progress.
To work with teachers to identify and respond appropriately to pupils’ individual needs, assisting pupils in areas of specific difficulty.
To assist the teacher in setting appropriate learning and behaviour expectations of pupils and supporting pupils appropriately to achieve these.
To help promote and reinforce pupils’ self-esteem, encouraging inclusion of pupils with special educational needs.
To help create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment for pupils’ learning, ensuring that pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided.
In the presence of the teacher, present agreed learning tasks in a clear and stimulating manner to help maintain pupils’ interest and motivation; to work with pupils individually and collectively by contributing to decisions about the most appropriate learning goals and strategies.
Outside the classroom, to work with groups of pupils. The number of pupils included will reflect the nature of the task, the pupils concerned, the location involved and the length of time to be supervised. At all times a named teacher will have ultimate responsibility and be available to be called to give support and take appropriate decisions
To provide information that supports the preparation and review of Individual Education Plans and to action appropriate tasks from IEPs.
To use a range of supporting techniques, including computers and other resources, and consider in consultation with the teacher when and how to deploy them.
To produce and maintain classroom resources, displays and classroom layout in consultation with the teacher.
To help train pupils in the individual and collaborative study skills necessary for learning.
To work alongside other adults, including teachers, trainee teachers, and other support staff.
To supervise pupils during breaks and/or lunchtimes if required.
To maintain confidentiality at all times with regard to both supported pupils and the wider school.
To take part in in-service training, relevant performance management arrangements and other meetings, as directed in normal contracted working hours; to be conversant with school policies and procedures.
Carry out routine clerical tasks e.g. collecting trip money, distributing letters and producing class lists.
Other appropriate duties relevant to the purpose of the post and within the grading and competency of the post holder, as reasonably required by the teacher/head teacher.
Training:Off-the-job training at Newham College's apprenticeship training centre.Training Outcome:Good opportunity to develop within the school for the right candidate.Employer Description:Scott Wilkie Primary School is a top performing primary school situated in Custom House. The school is a founding member of the ‘Agate Momentum Trust’. The Trust aspires to provide its pupils with a world class education. Senior leaders have researched and implemented the latest most effective practices from around the UK and across the globe in order to provide the children in the Trust with a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum that puts the child at the heart of their curriculum and learning.
Scott Wilkie serves the needs of its diverse and rich community by providing a continuously improving and outward looking school. Families in Custom House, east London deserve the best start to their education so they go on to become great learners and citizens of the future.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, term time only.
32.5 hours excluding 15 minutes break and 30 minutes lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
We are recruiting Qualified Social Workers to join a Young Person's Team in the Merseyside area.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
What’s on offer?
Up to £42,839 Dependent on experience
Mileage coverage
Flexible Working
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team provides supports young people aged 14 to 18 who are looked after. They provide ongoing support undfer Leaving Care Legislation. The focus of this team is on the social needs of young people, helping them transition into adulthood and supporting them. The team encourages work-life balance and wants to help you to grow and deliver confident practice.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in child protection, children in need, safeguarding, looked after children, MASH, fostering or referral and assessment is desirable for this position. A degree in Social Work(Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
Purchase Ledger:
Process orders for all departments, including course bookings for staff, ensuring they are all within budget
Processing all purchase invoices, ensuring appropriate authorisations are in place and in adherence with Kings Academy Trust’s Financial Procedures Manual
Liaising with suppliers to resolve any queries, arrange returns and ensure refunds or credit notes are received
Business charge cards:
Collation, reconciliation and recording of all paperwork relating to the academy charge card ready for authorisation by the Finance and Payroll Officer on a monthly basis
Sales Ledger:
Working with the Finance and Payroll Officer to raise all invoices for consultancy services and Local Authorities for Out of Borough Recharges
Raising ad hoc invoices as required for additional income, e.g. exam resits, teaching staff external funding
Regularly reviewing the debtors' ledger to identify overdue balances or queries
Chasing overdue invoices following the debt collection process
Responsibilities:
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
Be aware of and support differences and ensure equal opportunities for all
To contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Trust
Appreciation and support of the roles of other professionals
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
To support, uphold and contribute to the development of the Academy Trust’s Equality policies and practices in respect of both employment issues and the delivery of services to the community
General accountabilities:
To be aware of the Trust’s duty of care in relation to staff, students and visitors and to comply with the health and safety policy at all times
To establish and maintain positive, constructive and professional working relationships with staff, visitors, students, parents and other professionals
To be aware of and comply with the code of conduct, regulations and policies of the Trust
To develop self within the post, undertaking training/appraisal as appropriate to ensure that relevant knowledge and skills are updated in order to support school development
Variation in role:
Due to the structure of Kings Academy Trust, it must be accepted that as the Trust’s work develops and changes, there may be a need for adjustments to the role and responsibilities of the post. The duties specified above are, therefore, not to be regarded as either exclusive or exhaustive. Duties may change from time to time commensurate with the grading level of the post and following consultation with the post holder.
How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.
What will happen next?
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
Any training you need to complete
What the next steps will be
How you could get there If you will be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.Training Outcome:Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level of apprenticeship.Employer Description:We are a group of 6 schools. On 1st May 2012 Oakwood High School changed status to become an academy operating within a single academy trust (SAT) and changed its name to Oakwood Academy. We were inspected by Ofsted in July 2013 and were judged to be outstanding in all areas. In July 2015 we converted to a multi academy trust (MAT) as we felt strongly that single academies needed to work in collaboration with other schools. The Trust is called Kings Academy Trust.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 7:45am - 4:00pm. Friday, 8:00am - 1:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Numerical skills,Discretion,Hardworking,Professional....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Child Protection Team in the South Wales area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £48,710
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team protects children from abuse and maltreatment. They prevent harm to children’s health or development by ensuring children grow up with the provision of safe and effective care. This employer supports training and development and is committed to providing the staff with the resources needed to work effectively with children and families.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Experience within Looked After Children or Duty and Assessments lends well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Child Protection Team in the South West area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £45,718
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team protects children from abuse and maltreatment. They prevent harm to children 19;s health or development by ensuring children grow up with the provision of safe and effective care. This employer supports training and development and is committed to providing the staff with the resources needed to work effectively with children and families.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Experience within Looked After Children or Duty and Assessments lends well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
