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 Level 2 Sports Coach (swimming specialism) apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!
The Level 2 Sports Coach Apprentice with Swimming specialism has an important role to play in improving the health and wellbeing of children, families and communities by supporting the delivery of fun, inclusive and engaging sessions using our pop-up swimming pools.
Working alongside our pool co-ordinator and swim teachers, this apprenticeship will give you an introduction into the world of swim teaching. Along the apprenticeship journey, you will learn how to plan, deliver and review sessions.
We will also fund your lifeguarding and swim teacher level 1 and level 2 qualification. There will also be an expectation to work on our Active Holiday camps during school holidays.
Key aspects of the role include:
Working directly with pupils across key stages 1 and 2
Support the delivery of swimming across National Curriculum PE lessons
Support extra-curricular activities
Undertaking routine maintenance of equipment and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the pool environment
Delivery of a range of interventions to support targeted pupil learning
Run/organise sports competitions/events
Use of technology to engage pupils with physical activity and sports especially swimming
Supporting holiday camp programmes and activities (where necessary)
Support other projects and activities relating to participation in sport and physical activity
Training:Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Standard with Swimming Specialism
Sector specific CPD, such as:
NPLQ qualification
SEQ Level 1 Swim Teaching assistant qualification
SEQ Level 2 Swim Teacher qualification
Supporting the PE curriculum (swimming focussed)
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
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 Active Me 360
Opportunity for further education
Opportunity to progress to become a swim teacher
Opportunity to become a pool co-ordinator
Employer Description:Active Me 360 are a proud social enterprise which serve the communities of Hampshire and West Sussex. Using the vehicle of school sport and physical activity, we aim to offer increased opportunities for young people, predominantly of primary school age to experience high quality National Curriculum PE sessions, before and after school wrap around session and holiday provisions. We have recently launched our Swim Ed programme in which we take portable pop-up pools to schools to teach children the important life skills of swimming and water safety. We have a dedicated training and development team that help to support and personalise progressions throughout the company.
As part of our social enterprise commitment, we reinvest 65% of our annual profits back into local communities to encourage positive social change and further support the community. We are also the first PE and sport provider across Hampshire and West Sussex to off set our teams travel with our Green Strategy. We are linked with a UK based company, Ecologi who plant trees across worldwide projects. The CO2 we produce is converted into a number of trees to support the projects.
Working for Active Me 360 will allow you to make a difference each and every day to the children, young people and wider communities.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Strong swimmer....Read more...
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 Level 2 Sports Coach (swimming specialism) apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!
The Level 2 Sports Coach Apprentice with Swimming specialism has an important role to play in improving the health and wellbeing of children, families and communities by supporting the delivery of fun, inclusive and engaging sessions using our pop-up swimming pools. Working alongside our pool co-ordinator and swim teachers, this apprenticeship will give you an introduction into the world of swim teaching. Along the apprenticeship journey, you will learn how to plan, deliver and review sessions. We will also fund your lifeguarding and swim teacher level 1 and level 2 qualification. There will also be an expectation to work on our Active Holiday camps during school holidays.
Key aspects of the role include:
Working directly with pupils across key stages 1 and 2
Support the delivery of swimming across National Curriculum PE lessons
Support extra-curricular activities
Undertaking routine maintenance of equipment and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the pool environment
Delivery of a range of interventions to support targeted pupil learning
Run/organise sports competitions/events
Use of technology to engage pupils with physical activity and sports especially swimming
Supporting holiday camp programmes and activities (where necessary)
Support other projects and activities relating to participation in sport and physical activity
Training:Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Standard with Swimming Specialism
Sector specific CPD, such as;
· NPLQ qualification
· SEQ Level 1 Swim Teaching assistant qualification
· SEQ Level 2 Swim Teacher qualification
· Supporting the PE curriculum (swimming focussed)
· L3 Paediatric First Aid
· 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 Active Me 360
· Opportunity for further education
· Opportunity to progress to become a swim teacher
· Opportunity to become a pool co-ordinatorEmployer Description:Active Me 360 are a proud social enterprise which serve the communities of Hampshire and West Sussex. Using the vehicle of school sport and physical activity, we aim to offer increased opportunities for young people, predominantly of primary school age to experience high quality National Curriculum PE sessions, before and after school wrap around session and holiday provisions. We have recently launched our Swim Ed programme in which we take portable pop-up pools to schools to teach children the important life skills of swimming and water safety. We have a dedicated training and development team that help to support and personalise progressions throughout the company.
As part of our social enterprise commitment, we reinvest 65% of our annual profits back into local communities to encourage positive social change and further support the community. We are also the first PE and sport provider across Hampshire and West Sussex to off set our teams travel with our Green Strategy. We are linked with a UK based company, Ecologi who plant trees across worldwide projects. The CO2 we produce is converted into a number of trees to support the projects.
Working for Active Me 360 will allow you to make a difference each and every day to the children, young people and wider communities.Working Hours :37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
9am - 4.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Strong swimmer....Read more...
As a member of the school's learning support team, your main jobs and duties will consist of:
Support to pupils:
1:1 support to pupils with complex and profound multiple learning difficulties
To facilitate the pupil’s development and skills in the use of resources including IT
To maintain pupils’ interests and motivation
Assisting pupils with dress/changing for activities/ personal hygiene
To support individual/group work across the curriculum to raise levels of achievement
Care and welfare of pupils to include toileting and feeding as required
Escorting pupils around school premises
Support to School:
Contact and links with those with parental responsibility during the working day, as part of the normal consultative and educational process
To maintain school policies and procedures
Preparation of rooms, equipment and displays
Maintain school routine
To promote high standards of behaviour throughout school in accordance with the Behaviour Policy
Support the ethos of school
Maintenance of safe environment
Support with play and lunch time duties
Support to Teachers:
Contact with parents as part of normal consultative and educational process, e.g. parent’s evenings
To deliver pre-planned programmes of work
Planning and organisation of activities for children and support to teachers in the completion of assessment and other pupil records
Undertaking duties on a rota basis during mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks
To assist the teacher with supervision of pupils on school trips/visits
Keeping materials and equipment in tidy/safe manner
Liaison with teachers and other staff to obtain, exchange and record information on pupils in accordance with school policy
Support the supervision of individuals/groups of pupils
Support with Curriculum:
To assist in the teaching of the curriculum
Support to teachers in the assessment and monitoring of pupils, in accordance with school policy
To support individual/ group work across the curriculum to raise levels of achievement and to respond appropriately to pupils
Participation in working groups on curriculum matters
Involvement in planning meetings
Attendance at staff meetings and appropriate training sessions as required
Development and preparation of curriculum materials
It is your responsibility to carry out your duties in line with the School's policy on equality and be sensitive and caring to the needs of the disadvantaged, promoting a positive approach to a harmonious working environment.
You should act as an exemplar on these issues and should identify and monitor training for yourself and any employees for whom you are responsible, in line with this policy, the Equality Standard and obligations under the Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000.
The post holder must always carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to the school's policy, organisation and arrangements for Health and Safety at Work.
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.Training:
As well as working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard you will learn job-specific skills from experienced colleagues
Sandwell apprentices also participate in our bespoke 'Skills Academy' for apprentices
In addition to a workplace mentor you will receive support throughout your apprenticeship by a dedicated mentor from the Council's Apprenticeships team
Training Outcome:
The post is offered on a fixed-term contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship training
You will receive support and guidance to identify and apply for any further apprenticeships or internal jobs that you are suitably experienced and qualified for
Our 'Next Steps' workshop will help you to identify the skills that you have gained throughout your apprenticeship in order to update your CV and apply for any opportunities
Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Motivational,Professional,Mature,Flexible,Willing to learn,Outgoing....Read more...
